Zurich to St. Gallen Transfer

The Zurich to St. Gallen transfer takes you to the largest city in eastern Switzerland. The abbey district with its cathedral and abbey library has been a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 1983. The University of St. Gallen draws students and executives from around the world, and every October hundreds of thousands of visitors come to the OLMA, the largest consumer fair in Switzerland.

At around 83 km from Zurich Airport, you are in St. Gallen in just under an hour. We drive university guests, fair visitors, business travellers and holidaymakers continuing to the Appenzell region.

Why choose a private transfer from Zurich Airport to St. Gallen?

A direct train runs from the airport to St. Gallen, and with light luggage that is a good choice. With suitcases, an address on the Rosenberg or a meeting outside the centre, a car is more comfortable, and the same goes for OLMA week, when trains are full. Our private transfer from Zurich Airport to St. Gallen offers you:

• To the university and fair: the University of St. Gallen on the Rosenberg and the OLMA grounds
• On to the Appenzell region: Appenzell, Herisau, Rorschach and Lake Constance
• Flight tracking: your driver adjusts to delays at no extra cost
• Fixed price: agreed before you get in, handy for expense claims
• Available around the clock: early departures and late arrivals alike

For groups of more than 6 people we arrange coordinated group transfers with several vehicles.

How much does a transfer from Zurich Airport to St. Gallen cost?

The price applies to a central address. For an exact fixed price for your address, use the booking form. For business accounts or regular bookings, contact us directly.

How the airport pick-up works

Your driver waits for you in the arrivals hall at Zurich Airport with a name sign. Your flight is tracked in real time, a delayed landing costs you nothing and you do not need to call when you land. The process:

1. Arrive at ZRH Terminal 1 or 2 and collect your luggage
2. Walk to the arrivals hall, where your driver waits with your name
3. Luggage loaded, departure on the A1 towards Winterthur and on to St. Gallen
4. Arrive at your hotel, office or private address in St. Gallen

The same process applies to our entire Zurich airport transfer service to every destination.

Return: From St. Gallen to Zurich Airport

For a 07:00 flight we pick you up in St. Gallen at around 03:45. During the OLMA and on days with big university events demand is higher, so we recommend booking your return early. We plan the pick-up so that you reach the terminal about two hours before departure.

• The same fixed price in both directions: the return costs the same as the outward trip
• No night surcharge: a 03:00 pick-up is charged at the normal rate
• Luggage loaded at your door: no platform, no second taxi
• Flight changes absorbed: tell us the new departure time and the pick-up moves with it

Book both directions together and the vehicle is also reserved for your departure date. For regular or recurring trips, contact us directly.

The route: Zurich Airport to St. Gallen

The drive takes the A51 onto the A1 heading east, past Winterthur and Wil to St. Gallen. The drive usually takes 55 to 70 minutes. Around Winterthur and on the way into St. Gallen traffic can slow down at peak times.

In St. Gallen the old town, the abbey district and the station are close together, with the university a little higher up on the Rosenberg. More about the region is available from St.Gallen-Bodensee Tourism.

We also serve all other routes from Zurich Airport. See the full city transfer overview, including Winterthur, Kreuzlingen and Frauenfeld.

Vehicle classes for your St. Gallen transfer

For St. Gallen, guests choose depending on the occasion:

• Mercedes E-Class: the standard for 1 to 3 travellers with normal luggage
• Mercedes S-Class: VIP standard for client pick-ups and executive arrivals, price in the booking form
• Mercedes V-Class: up to 6 seats and 8 pieces of luggage, the usual choice for families and teams

Full specifications are on our vehicle classes page, and our limousine service covers VIP and executive requirements.

Frequently asked questions about the transfer from Zurich Airport to St. Gallen

How long is the drive from Zurich Airport to St. Gallen?

Usually 55–70 min for about 83 km. Traffic at peak times can add some minutes, which we include in the pick-up time.

Can you take me to the University of St. Gallen?

Yes. We drive up to the campus on the Rosenberg or to another university site. Enter the building when you book.

Do you also drive to the Appenzell region?

Yes. We drive to Appenzell, Herisau and other towns at a fixed price. You see the price for your address in the booking form.

Is an airport transfer possible at night?

Yes. Our airport transfer can be booked around the clock, with no night surcharge.

What happens if my flight is delayed?

If you give us your flight number, we follow your actual arrival and adjust the pick-up at no extra cost.

Can families with children book a transfer?

Yes. Families can book our saloons or the Mercedes V-Class for up to 6 people. Please state any child seats you need when booking.