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Traveling from Lausanne to St-Gallen by train
Looking to travel from Lausanne to St-Gallen by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 3 hours 38 minutes to travel from Lausanne to St-Gallen by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 13 minutes though. You'll usually find 73 trains per day running along the 231 km route between these two destinations. Once you're onboard, you can sit back and relax, as you won't need to make any changes on your way to St-Gallen. You'll probably be traveling with SBB train to get to St-Gallen, as they are the main operators of services on this route.
Plan your trip ahead and book your train tickets in advance if you want to snap up the cheapest fares. Just start a search in our Journey Planner to view the latest prices for trains from Lausanne to St-Gallen.
If you're feeling ready to book, start looking for cheap train tickets with us today. Keep reading for more information on the journey to St-Gallen by train, including our train schedule where you can view first and last train times.
Lausanne to St-Gallen by train
| First train | 12:04 am | |
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| Last train | 11:44 pm | |
| Departure station | Lausanne | |
| Arrival station | St-Gallen | |
| Journey time | From 3h 13m | |
| Distance | 144 miles (231 km) | |
| Frequency | 73 trains per day | |
| Changes | Direct trains available | |
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SBB trains from Lausanne to St-Gallen
The Swiss rail network is operated by SBB. SBB train ticket prices are based on travel and not on the type of trains. You will find available return tickets (standard price, one way or round trip), Multiple journey tickets (for six individual trips on a pre-determined itinerary) and the City-Ticket (including a one-day transportation pass from the city of departure or arrival).
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What Intercity classes are there from Lausanne to St-Gallen?
Compare the different travel classes offered by Intercity when traveling from Lausanne to St-Gallen.
Economy Class
Take advantage of the dining car which offers a menu made of high-quality produce. Traveling with kids? Choose your seats in the dedicated Family Zone.
- Free WiFi
- Power outlets
- Dining car
- Children's car
- Power outlets at each seat
- Extra baggage
- Fold-down table
- Quiet area
First Class
In First Class, you'll get to travel in comfortable seats, enjoy free WiFi, as well as more space for your luggage and individual power outlets (German + Swiss).
- Free WiFi
- Power outlets
- Dining car
- Children's car
- Power outlets at each seat
- Extra baggage
- Fold-down table
- Quiet area
What are the onboard services on Intercity?
Discover more about the onboard services offered on trains from Lausanne to St-Gallen.
What baggage limits are there? | You can take as much baggage as you want on SBB Intercity trains, provided that it fits in the baggage racks provided. |
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What food and drink is available? | Many SBB Intercity trains will have a restaurant or bistro car so you can buy food and drink throughout your journey. You may be able to sit at a table in the restaurant carriage or take your meal back to your seat. |
What onboard entertainment is available? | There are power outlets on SBB trains. You can also enjoy free WiFi on Intercity trains via the SBB FreeSurf portal. |
What facilities are there for travel with children? | There is stroller storage available on the train, as well as a baby changing toilet onboard. On Intercity trains, there is also a dedicated family car. |
Can I bring a bike on board? | You can take your bicycle on board SBB Intercity trains. Between 21st March and 31st October, it's compulsory to reserve a bike space on some Intercity trains. You must also buy a ticket for your bike at a ticket office, ticket machine or online. |
Can I bring pets on board? | Dogs under 30cm in height can travel for free if they're in a carrier and placed under your seat. Larger dogs can travel with you if you buy a Dog Day Pass for CHF 25, which can be purchased at a ticket office, at a ticket machine, online or on the SBB app. The pass is valid for a day on trains, ships, trams and buses in most Swiss cities. |
What special assistance is available? | SBB Intercity trains have priority seats for passengers with reduced mobility, as well as a wheelchair-accessible toilet. |
What else do I need to know? | There is a Business Zone and a Quiet Zone in First Class on SBB Intercity trains. |
How do I find cheap train tickets from Lausanne to St-Gallen?
If you’re planning a trip to Europe soon, our Trainline team of experts have put together some tips to help you find cheap tickets. Booking on the day in Europe is usually more expensive and costs can vary depending on the time of day, route or travel class.
1. Book in advance
2. Be flexible with your travel times
3. Buy a rail pass
4. Choose a slower or connecting train
5. Look out for train ticket sales and deals
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
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