Eastern Switzerland
St. Gallen, Schaffhausen, Thurgau, Appenzell, Glarus
Train, Boat and Bus Experiences Throughout the Region
Discover scenic train routes, lake cruises, and unique experiences — perfect for weekend trips, day outings, and seasonal adventures.
Eastern Switzerland brings together a varied mix of cities, lakes, hills, mountains, and traditions across St. Gallen, Schaffhausen, Thurgau, Appenzell, and Glarus. Thanks to the Ostwind fare network, trains, buses, boats, funiculars, and cableways connect many parts of the region under one simple zone-based system, making it easy for locals to commute and for visitors to plan relaxed day trips. From the Abbey District of St. Gallen and the Rhine Falls near Schaffhausen to Lake Constance, Appenzellerland, the Alpstein, and the Glarus mountains, public transport offers a convenient and scenic way to discover eastern Switzerland without relying on a car.
Main Transport Operators in Eastern Switzerland
Deals & Highlights
Limited Time Experiences and Offers
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Ostwind Fare Region
Year Round
Ostwind 9AM Ticket
Free travel in all zones on the day of validation from 9AM from CHF 20 - boat trip is included with the Day Pass Plus
Unique Experiences
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Plan Your Next Day Out
Easy Ideas for Spontaneous Trips and Weekends in Central Switzerland
Appenzell
Traditional Switzerland
The Appenzell region is easy to explore without a car, whether you live nearby or are visiting for the first time. Appenzeller Bahnen and PostBus routes connect the colourful village of Appenzell with surrounding towns, valleys, hiking areas, and cultural stops across Appenzell Innerrhoden, Appenzell Ausserrhoden, and St. Gallen.
Schaffhausen
Historic
Schaffhausen is well suited to car-free travel, with trains, city buses, and regional connections making it easy for locals and visitors to move between the historic old town, nearby villages, and the Rhine Falls. Frequent services link Schaffhausen station with Neuhausen Rheinfall and Schloss Laufen am Rheinfall, while local buses connect neighbourhoods, workplaces, schools, shopping areas, and leisure spots across the region.
Constance (Konstanz)
Shopping
Konstanz, or Constance on Lake Constance, is an ideal place to get around without a car, with city buses, regional trains, and boat connections linking the old town, residential areas, the university, shopping districts, and lakeside destinations. The main station provides easy connections toward Singen, Radolfzell, Switzerland, and other parts of the Lake Constance region, while buses and seasonal boat services make it simple to reach highlights such as the harbour, Mainau Island, nearby villages, and ferry routes across the lake.
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