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 Rotkreuz station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IR75 train and finally take the IR27 train from Luzern station to Basel Sbb station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 41 min. The train schedule from Root may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Basel on the Moovit app.

101min
Train - S1S1
Train - IR75IR75
Train - IR27IR27
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
    Rotkreuz
    3 min
  • 4
    Train - IR75IR75
    Wait for train
    IR75
    Luzern
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Luzern
    14 min
  • 6
    Train - IR27IR27
    Wait for train
    IR27
    Basel Sbb
  • 7
    Ride to train station Basel Sbb
    Ride to train station
    Basel Sbb
    76 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 115.11 km, which can typically be travelled in 101 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 101 minutes, using Train line S1, Train line IR75, Train line IR27.

  • 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 41 min.

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

    The S1 train line goes from Rotkreuz station near Root to Luzern station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Luzern 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 41 min.

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

    Get on the S1 train from the Rotkreuz 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 Luzern station, which is closest to Basel in Geneve.

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