How to get from Basel to St. Gallen

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What is the best way to travel from Basel to St. Gallen?

Looking for a trip? Compare all the available Buses, Carpool and Trains for the journey to St. Gallen from Basel. Check between different modes of transportation, look for the cheapest tickets, fastest rides and most popular stations, and see all 2 available companies to find your perfect trip!
Carpool is the cheapest, while Train is the fastest way on this route
Transport type
Travel time
Cheapest price
Average price
Daily departures
Train
1h 59m
$44
$46
8
Car
2h 0m
$15
$15
1

What is the cheapest way to reach St. Gallen from Basel?

You can get to St. Gallen with just $15 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar, but you can find many more cheap offers: we have selected the best ones for next few days here for you.

Monday
from $44
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from $15

    Cheapest Trains Monday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 19m
    0
    8:43 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    11:02 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $44
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 15m
    0
    9:07 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    11:22 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $46
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 15m
    0
    8:07 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:22 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $47
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 15m
    0
    6:07 PM
    Basel
    Central Station
    8:22 PM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $47

    Cheapest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Basel
    6:00 PM
    St. Gallen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $15

What are the fastest trips from Basel to St. Gallen?

You can get to St. Gallen from Basel in just 1h 59m with a Train from SBB CFF FFS. This is not the only option, and you can click on any of the offers below to compare it with the other modes of transportations.

Monday
from 1h 59m
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
Sunday
from 2h 0m

    Fastest Trains Monday

  • SBB CFF FFS
    1h 59m
    0
    5:33 PM
    Basel
    Central Station
    7:32 PM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $48
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 15m
    0
    9:07 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    11:22 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $46
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 15m
    0
    8:07 AM
    Basel
    Central Station
    10:22 AM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $47
  • SBB CFF FFS
    2h 15m
    0
    6:07 PM
    Basel
    Central Station
    8:22 PM
    St. Gallen
    Central Station
    0
    SBB CFF FFS
    Economy
    from $47

    Fastest Carpool Sunday

  • BlaBlaCar
    2h 0m
    0
    4:00 PM
    Basel
    6:00 PM
    St. Gallen
    0
    BlaBlaCar
    Economy
    from $15
Here you will find all operators and timetables for a Bus from Basel to St. Gallen

What are the most popular stations in Basel and St. Gallen?

In Basel, you will usually depart from Central Station, Markthalle Bus Station or Badischer Train Station, while in St. Gallen you will be arriving at Central Bus Station, Bus Station Lagerstrasse or Central Station, but there are many more stops to explore in both locations.

How do I decide? Some tips and tricks from our experience

Are you having trouble deciding on how to get to St. Gallen from Basel? With 3 connections between 2 Bus, Carpool and Train operators, it can be difficult to find the one ride that will make you happy. But we have some tips that can help you make the best informed decision. First of all, the best trip is always the one that meets all your needs, so make a list of all the things that you want from this journey and look for something that will satisfy all of them. Here we will go through some of the factors mostly commonly taken into consideration.

Look for the lowest price

Ticket price is usually the main concern: even if you can afford to pay more, why do it if there are cheaper options? Saving on the trip means that you can spend more on the vacation itself! Between Basel and St. Gallen, you can pay as low as $15 with a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

Travel duration

Time is also an important factor. An earlier departure may allow you to see a beautiful sunset or relax before an important event. And remember, time is money, so paying more for a shorter trip may be well worth it. For longer distances, flights are without doubt the best options, but be mindful of airport times and possible delays: a high-speed train may end up cheaper and faster! Here the quicker option is definitely the Train from SBB CFF FFS: you will get to St. Gallen in just 1h 59m.

Comfort makes all the difference

You should always take into account what your personal travelling preferences are. Is one hand luggage enough, or are you trasporting more? Would you like to have a snack during the journey? Can you relax in a busy compartment, or do you need space for yourself? Even among the same mode of transportation, different companies will offer you varying levels of comfort and amenities. The main operators connecting Basel and St. Gallen are SBB CFF FFS and BlaBlaCar, but be sure to check what they have to offer!

Save money with deals, and always compare

One last tip? Even if you live in Basel and St. Gallen is your only destination, it may be wise to check the offers from and to nearby cities or, if you are flyng, nearby airports. Check the trips from Birsfelden or to Gaiserwald, and look at flights from Basel Mulhouse Airport, and landing at Friedrichshafen Airport. Comparing different routes may allow you to find deals or promotions you were not aware of. Consider also signing up to CheckMyBus to see even more exclusive promotions!

Which companies offer a trip from Basel to St. Gallen?

The most popular companies between Basel and St. Gallen, are SBB CFF FFS and BlaBlaCar. Be sure to check their seat class offers and the amenities that they provide.

Train companies: SBB CFF FFS

All you need to know when you travel from Basel to St. Gallen

Check all information on comfort and services on all modes of transports from Basel to St. Gallen. See which seat classes are available, and what amenities are other advantages offered by the operators on your journey.

FAQs about the trip from Basel to St. Gallen

How can I reach St. Gallen from Basel?

Every day, there are on average 3 connections between Bus, Carpool and Train, with which you can get to St. Gallen from Basel.

How far is St. Gallen from Basel?

The distance between Basel and St. Gallen is 83.2 miles.

What is the most ecofriendly mode of transport between Basel and St. Gallen?

Trains and buses are by far the greenest options, with trains surpassing buses on longer routes. Planes will always be the worst polluters, especially in shorter flights, were the emissions from the takeoff and landing are less offset by the distance. On this particular route, a bus will emit, per person, a total of 4 kgs of CO2, a train 5 kgs, a car 23 kgs, and a flight 33 kgs.

What is the cheapest mode of transport from Basel to St. Gallen?

You can get to St. Gallen with just $15 by taking a Carpool from BlaBlaCar.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to St. Gallen?

While a plane is travelling fastest boarding and transfer to airport consumes a lot of time. Usually, high speed trains are better than flights if pure train travel time is below 4 hours. For this particular route, you can get to St. Gallen in just 1h 59m with a Train from SBB CFF FFS.

More routes to Basel and to St. Gallen

Looking for more options? Here you can see the most popular routes to Basel and to St. Gallen. Simply click on a connection, and you’ll find all the details about the route!
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