Trains from Schongau to St-Gallen
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Travelling from Schongau to St-Gallen by train
Looking to travel from Schongau to St-Gallen by train? You've come to the right place!
On average, it takes around 8 hours 1 minute to travel from Schongau to St-Gallen by train, the fastest services can get you there in as little as 3 hours 54 minutes though. You'll usually find 19 trains per day running along the 76 miles (123 km) route between these two destinations. You’ll need to make 2 changes during the journey to St-Gallen, as there currently aren't any direct services on this route. You'll be travelling with DB, ÖBB or SBB on your way to St-Gallen, as these are the main rail operators 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 Schongau 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 timetable where you can view first and last train times.
Deutsche Bahn, ÖBB and SBB trains from Schongau to St-Gallen
Deutsche Bahn
ÖBB
SBB
The Deutsche Bahn Group is owned by the German State and controls the majority of rail traffic in Germany as well as in many border regions of the country. Every year, Deutsche Bahn transports several million passengers and many stations in Germany are served exclusively by DB trains, including the ICE, IC and EC fleet.
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ÖBB is the major railway company for Austria, subdivided into several subsidiaries, responsible for certain areas of transport, such as long distance and local transport, the operation of postal buses and the transport of goods. Railjet is ÖBB's high-speed train, which travels at speeds of up to 143 mph (230 km/h) and connects the main Austrian cities with Germany, Hungary, Switzerland, the Czech Republic and Italy.
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- Railjet /
- Nightjet /
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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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Cheap train tickets from Schongau to St-Gallen
Book in advance
Most of the train companies across Europe release their tickets around three to six months in advance, many of which can be cheaper the earlier you book. If you know the dates you want to travel, you may be able to find some cheaper train tickets from Schongau to St-Gallen by booking early.§
Be flexible with your travel times
Many of the train services in Europe are also popular commuter services, lots of train companies increase ticket prices during “peak hours” (generally between 06:00 – 10:00 and 15:00 – 19:00 on weekdays). If you can, consider travelling outside of peak hours to find lower priced tickets.
Choose a slower or connecting train
On some of the busier routes, you might also have the option to take a slower or connecting train. It may take a little longer than some high-speed or direct services, but if you have a little extra time on your hands, you might find a cheaper fare. Plus, you'll have more time to enjoy the view of the countryside!
Look out for special deals
Take a look at our handy guides to find out when train operators release their special deals and offers to see if you can find cheap European train tickets for your journey.
For specific information about how to get your hands on cheap tickets, check out our European train tickets hub.
Journey details
Want to know more about your journey from Schongau to St-Gallen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.
How long does the train from Schongau to St-Gallen take?
The average journey time by train between Schongau and St-Gallen is 8 hours and 1 minute, with around 19 trains per day. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner on this page to search for a specific travel date.
What's the fastest journey time between Schongau and St-Gallen by train?
The fastest journey time by train from Schongau to St-Gallen is 3 hours and 54 minutes.
Is there a direct train from Schongau to St-Gallen?
No, there are no direct train services from Schongau to St-Gallen. Travelling from Schongau to St-Gallen by train will require a minimum of 2 changes.
What time does the first train from Schongau to St-Gallen leave?
The first train from Schongau to St-Gallen leaves at 05:26. Times and services may vary during weekends and holidays.
What time does the last train from Schongau to St-Gallen leave?
The last train from Schongau to St-Gallen leaves at 23:04. Trains that depart in the early morning hours or very late evening may be sleeper services, time and services may also vary during weekends and holidays.
What's the distance between Schongau and St-Gallen by train?
Trains travelling from Schongau to St-Gallen cover a distance of around 76 miles (123 km) during the journey.