$176 Cheap Car Rental in St. Gallen

If your trip to St. Gallen is all organized but your itinerary is looking a bit empty, we can give you a helping hand.Plan a stop at Abbey Library of Saint Gall. It’s one attraction you’ll usually find on most travelers’ must-do lists. If you still have some room on that travel itinerary, Abbey of St. Gall and Theater St. Gallen will keep you busy too.

Situated 16 miles away and offering plenty of things to do, Wildhaus-Alt St. Johann attracts visitors year-round. Come and see why they keep coming back for more. You may also like to explore the sights of Alt Sankt Johann. It’s located 17 miles from St. Gallen and has some great things on offer.

St. Gallen boasts some stunning stretches of coastline, and there’s no better way to explore them than from behind the wheel of your very own rental car. See what fascinating treasures you can find scattered along the shoreline of one of these famous beaches:

• Hard Beach (15 miles away).
• Strandbad Friedrichshafen (16 miles away).
• Bregenz Beach (18 miles away).

If you’re in town for a conference, you’ll find Messe Friedrichshafen 18 miles from St. Gallen. During the break, make your way to a nearby restaurant to grab a bite — socializing and networking can be draining.

Some travelers find driving in big cities a bit challenging. But in a compact or economy car, those bustling St. Gallen streets will be a walk in the park. Rather spend your days exploring the surrounding glaciers? Look up our selection of SUVs. With plenty of space and more oomph under the hood, these larger cars will make those scenic drives even more unforgettable. Crossing off all the activities and sights that St. Gallen is famous for has never been easier with your own wheels.

For some, owning a luxury vehicle is the stuff of fairy tales. But renting your dream ride is certainly within your grasp! Imagine cruising around town in a swanky sports car, even if it’s just for a short while. Or perhaps you’re just after a trusty set of wheels to get you quickly from point A to point B. Affordable or flashy? Either way, there’s a rental car to suit you in St. Gallen.

In St. Gallen, you’ll need to stick to the right-hand side. When road-tripping someplace new, it’s always a wise idea to select a car with automatic transmission. That way, you can concentrate on the road ahead and not worry about gear changes.

You’ll find lots of places to park your ride in St. Gallen. Even in the middle of the action, there’s often a spot just where you need it.

As with many destinations, you can expect slightly heavier traffic in the early and late rush hours. However, due to its smaller population of around 70,600, traffic congestion isn’t a big issue in St. Gallen.

Yes, there are. In St. Gallen, speed limits range from 50km/h to 120km/h. Residential zones have a default speed limit of 50km/h unless stated otherwise.

Most of the time, your chosen rental car company will bill the amount stated on the fine to your credit card, including local surcharges and taxes. Alternatively, they may provide your contact details to the relevant local law enforcement agency, who’ll then send a fine to your postal address.

As in many places, normal cell phone usage is prohibited while cruising in your car around St. Gallen. However, there is an exception for hands-free or Bluetooth capabilities. Just remember to keep your eyes on the road.

When operating a vehicle in St. Gallen, it’s against the law to have a BAC (blood alcohol content) above 0.05%. Planning to have a wine or two while you’re out? Consider booking a taxi or using a ride-sharing service.

It’s prohibited to turn at a red light in St. Gallen. If you encounter one, enjoy a couple of mindful moments until the signal turns green.

You bet. However, there are a few exceptions for vehicles operated by public transportation networks.