Basel, Basel-City (Area) to St. Gallen, St.Gallen Canton from €0.9: 5 ways by bus, train, flight or car

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167 kmDistance

1h 43m Fastest

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Basel - St. Gallen operators

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Bus

Contact phone

+49 30 300 137 300

Website

https://www.flixbus.co.uk

Bus from Basel SBB to St. Gallen train station

Average Duration

2h 15m

Estimated price

0.9-0.96

Contact phone

+381 35 433 333

Website

http://bogojevic-reisen.ch

Bus from Basel to St. Gallen

Average Duration

3h 20m

Estimated price

0.9-0.9

Train

Contact phone

+41 848 44 66 88

Website

https://www.sbb.ch/en

Train from Basel Sbb to Zürich Hb

Average Duration

1h 13m

Estimated price

0.91-0.92

Train from Zürich Hb to St. Gallen

Average Duration

1h 13m

Estimated price

0.93-45

Train from Basel Bad Bf to Schaffhausen

Average Duration

1h 9m

Estimated price

0.94-0.98

Train from Schaffhausen to St. Gallen

Average Duration

1h 52m

Estimated price

0.9-22

Frequently asked questions

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The distance between Basel and St. Gallen in Switzerland is approximately 136.8 km by air, but the road distance is slightly longer at 167.4 km. If you prefer to travel by train, it takes around 2 hours and 34 minutes to reach St. Gallen from Basel. However, if you opt for a car journey, the travel time can be reduced to 1 hour and 43 minutes. Alternatively, taking a bus can be a convenient option, with a travel time of approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.

The most cost-effective option for traveling from Basel to St. Gallen is by bus, which only costs €1. Although it takes 2 hours and 20 minutes, it offers a budget-friendly choice for travellers. On the other hand, driving is the quickest way to reach St. Gallen, taking only 1 hour and 43 minutes. However, the cost ranges between €28-€46 for fuel and tolls.

When traveling from Basel to St. Gallen, the prices for a train ticket range from €14 to €56, depending on factors such as time of travel and class of seating. On the other hand, the bus fare from St. Gallen to Basel is a fixed €1, making it a more affordable option.

To get from Basel to St. Gallen without using public transportation, you can drive by car. The distance between the two cities is approximately 167.4 km and it takes around 1 hour and 43 minutes to drive. The cost of the car journey can vary between €28 and €46 depending on factors such as fuel prices and tolls.

The best way to travel from Basel to St. Gallen without a car is by bus. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes and the cost is around €1.

Yes, there is a direct link between Basel and St. Gallen, but it requires a transfer in Zurich by train. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 34 minutes. Alternatively, there is a direct bus that operates three times a week, taking approximately 2 hours and 20 minutes.

There are numerous accommodation options near St. Gallen with over 595 hotels to choose from. Prices for hotels in the area start at €55 per night.