How to get from St. Gallen to Basel by train?

From St. Gallen to Basel by train

To get from St. Gallen to Basel in Geneve, take the IC5 train from St. Gallen station to Zürich Hb station. Next, take the TGV train from Zürich Hb station to Basel Sbb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 1 min. The train schedule from St. Gallen may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Basel on the Moovit app.

121min
Walk to train station
Train - IC5IC5
Train - TGVTGV
Leaves from St. Gallen

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    St. Gallen
    20 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Train - IC5IC5
    Wait for train
    IC5
    Zürich Hb
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zürich Hb
    60 min
  • 4
    Train - TGVTGV
    Wait for train
    TGV
    Basel Sbb
  • 5
    Ride to train station Basel Sbb
    Ride to train station
    Basel Sbb
    52 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from St. Gallen to Basel

The distance between St. Gallen, Geneve and Basel, Geneve is approximately 160.44 km, which can typically be travelled in 121 min. Moovit will show you the directions from St. Gallen to Basel by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Geneve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from St. Gallen to Basel

To check the train schedule from St. Gallen to Basel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (St. Gallen) and destination (Basel), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each train, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

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

    The fastest way takes 121 minutes, using Train line IC5, Train line TGV.

  • Is there a direct train between St. Gallen and Basel in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 1 min.

  • Which train line goes from St. Gallen to Basel in Geneve?

    The IC5 train line goes from St. Gallen station near St. Gallen to Zürich Hb station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Zürich Hb station near Basel in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from St. Gallen to Basel in Geneve by train?

    The total travel time between St. Gallen and Basel in Geneve by train is about 2 hr 1 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near St. Gallen to get to Basel in Geneve?

    Get on the IC5 train from the St. Gallen station near St. Gallen in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the train when travelling between St. Gallen and Basel in Geneve?

    Get off the train at the Zürich Hb station, which is closest to Basel in Geneve.

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