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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen
Cheapest price
€110
Average price
€122
Fastest journey
9 h 3 m
Average duration
10 h 8 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
685 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen will cost around €122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €110.
It's difficult to get from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen without transferring at least once.
ECE 5 · IC 1527+
TGV 92138:29 AM9h03Hamburg Hbf5:32 PMSt. Gallen€1101One-way2 transfers- ICE 785 · ECE 1908:13 AM9h15Hamburg Harburg5:28 PMSt. Gallen€1201One-way1 transfer
- ICE 507 · ECE 988:34 AM10h54Hamburg Hbf7:28 PMSt. Gallen€1201One-way1 transfer
- ICE 107 · IC 5318:42 AM11h20Hamburg Hbf8:02 PMSt. Gallen€1401One-way1 transfer
- ECE 5 · IC 1527+TGV 92138:29 AM9h03Hamburg Hbf5:32 PMSt. Gallen€1101One-way2 transfers
- ICE 785 · ECE 1908:13 AM9h15Hamburg Harburg5:28 PMSt. Gallen€1201One-way1 transfer
- ICE 507 · ECE 988:34 AM10h54Hamburg Hbf7:28 PMSt. Gallen€1201One-way1 transfer
- ICE 107 · IC 5318:42 AM11h20Hamburg Hbf8:02 PMSt. Gallen€1401One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Hamburg to Sankt Gallen
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €35. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €35, and a train costs an average of €52.
Distance: 685 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€118 Average price | €118 Average price | €60 Average price Cheapest |
9h 37m Average total duration 9h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration Fastest 1h 43m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 19h 51m Average total duration 19h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Hamburg to Sankt Gallen train times
The table below shows live departures for Hamburg to Sankt Gallen trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ICE 785 · ECE 190 | On time 8:13 AM Hamburg Harburg | 9h15 | 5:28 PM St. Gallen | 1 transfer | |
| ECE 5 · IC 1527+TGV 9213 | On time 8:29 AM Hamburg Hbf | 9h03 | 5:32 PM St. Gallen | 2 transfers | |
| ICE 507 · ECE 98 | On time 8:34 AM Hamburg Hbf | 10h54 | 7:28 PM St. Gallen | 1 transfer | |
| ICE 107 · IC 531 | On time 8:42 AM Hamburg Hbf | 11h20 | 8:02 PM St. Gallen | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen
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Trains from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen run on average 7 times per day, taking around 9h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €52 but you can travel from only €35 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 00:19, the last at 23:38. The fastest train covers the 685 km distance in 9h 3m.
Distance 685 km |
Average train duration 9h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price €52 |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 9h 3m |
First train 12:19 AM |
Last train 11:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 7 days |
Train companies: Deutsche Bahn from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen trainsDeutsche Bahn trains will get you between Hamburg and Sankt Gallen from €35. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
Deutsche Bahn
A Bordrestaurant (restaurant car) where you can sit and eat.
A Bordbistro (bistro bar) with snacks, hot meals, and drinks to-go.
At-seat service in 1st class: staff will take your order and serve food/drinks directly to your seat.
Regional trains (RE / RB / S-Bahn):
No onboard catering.
You’re welcome to bring your own food and drinks.
Not included by default.
You can add a seat reservation when booking (recommended for busy routes).
Costs around €4.90 per seat (or €5.90 if booked separately later).
First Class:
Yes, always included in the ticket price.
Allowed for free if they can fit in a transport box (max. size: hand luggage).
Must stay in the box for the entire journey.
Large dogs:
Require a separate (paid) ticket — typically half the price of a regular second-class ticket.
Must be leashed and wear a muzzle while on the train.
Cannot sit on seats.
Assistance dogs:
Travel free of charge.
Do not need a muzzle or leash if medically not required.
Allowed to accompany the passenger at all times.
FAQs: Trains from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Sankt Gallen, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Hamburg to Sankt Gallen
Most Hamburg to Sankt Gallen trains use the Hamburg Hbf to St. Gallen station pair. Use this guide to compare Hamburg and Sankt Gallen train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Hamburg station do trains to Sankt Gallen leave from?
Getting to Hamburg Hbf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg Hbf is 2 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg Hbf train station facilities and services
Hamburg Hbf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Le Crobag, Burger King, Coffee Fellows, Havin Grill, KFC, Mr. CLOU, Starbucks, dean&david, SPAR Express, Pommesfreunde, & more
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are available at Hamburg Hbf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg Hbf. Information desks are located in the east hall on the opposite side of the DB ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is the station has luggage lockers. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg Hbf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg Hbf: Wheelchair friendly with lifts and ramps. Contact the Mobility Service Centre at +49 3065212888 or [email protected].
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Boutique 053 Hamburg Main Station, IntercityHotel Hamburg Hauptbahnhof, Park Hyatt Hamburg.
Getting to Hamburg-Harburg from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Harburg is 13 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Harburg train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Harburg has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Bom Dia, Hünkar, Yoko Sushi Harburg, Mathewes Grill
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Harburg. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Harburg. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Harburg: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Harburg.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Panorama, Hotel Harburger Hof, Hotel Jeta, Hotel Süderelbe.
Getting to Hamburg-Bergedorf from Hamburg city centre
Hamburg-Bergedorf is 15 km from Hamburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Hamburg-Bergedorf train station facilities and services
Hamburg-Bergedorf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Casa Vecchia, Burger Lounge, Il mío, Olivo
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. ATMs are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Information desks are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Hamburg-Bergedorf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Hamburg-Bergedorf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hamburg-Bergedorf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Sachsentor, Hotel Hanseat.
Which Sankt Gallen station do trains from Hamburg arrive at?
Getting to St. Gallen from Sankt Gallen city centre
St. Gallen train station facilities and services
St. Gallen has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Lagerhaus, Restaurant Marktplatz
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at St. Gallen. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at St. Gallen. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at St. Gallen: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at St. Gallen: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at St. Gallen: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Walhalla, Hotel Metropol, Hotel Dom.
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