How to get from Root to Basel by train?

From Root to Basel by train

To get from Root to Basel in Geneve, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the S1 train from Gisikon-Root station to Zug station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IR70 train and finally take the ICE train from Zürich Hb station to Basel Sbb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 53 min. The train schedule from Root may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Basel on the Moovit app.

113min
Train - S1S1
Train - IR70IR70
Train - ICEICE
Leaves from Gisikon-Root

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Root
  • 2
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Baar
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zug
    16 min
  • 4
    Train - IR70IR70
    Wait for train
    IR70
    Zürich Hb
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zürich Hb
    22 min
  • 6
    Train - ICEICE
    Wait for train
    ICE
    Basel Bad Bf
  • 7
    Ride to train station Basel Sbb
    Ride to train station
    Basel Sbb
    60 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Root to Basel

The distance between Root, Geneve and Basel, Geneve is approximately 116.23 km, which can typically be travelled in 113 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Root 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 Root to Basel

To check the train schedule from Root to Basel using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Root) 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 Root to Basel?

    The fastest way takes 113 minutes, using Train line S1, Train line IR70, Train line ICE.

  • Is there a direct train between Root and Basel in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 53 min.

  • Which train line goes from Root to Basel in Geneve?

    The S1 train line goes from Zug station near Root 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 Root to Basel in Geneve by train?

    The total travel time between Root and Basel in Geneve by train is about 1 hr 53 min.

  • Where do I get on the train near Root to get to Basel in Geneve?

    Get on the S1 train from the Zug station near Root in Geneve.

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

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

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