How to get from Root to Merzligen by bus and train?

Root to Merzligen - Train Schedule

The IR train from Root to Merzligen departs once a day at 05:07. The trip takes about 2 hr 50 min.

From Root to Merzligen by bus and train

To get from Root to Merzligen in Geneve, you’ll need to take 2 train lines and one bus line: take the IR train from Gisikon-Root station to Zürich Hb station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IC5 train and finally take the 87 bus from Biel/Bienne, Bahnhof/Gare station to Merzligen, Linde station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 2 hr 50 min. The bus and train schedule from Root may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Merzligen on the Moovit app.

170min
Train - IRIR
Train - IC5IC5
Bus - 8787
Walk to Merzligen
Leaves from Gisikon-Root

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Root
  • 2
    Train - IRIR
    Wait for train
    IR
    Zürich Hb
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zürich Hb
    49 min
  • 4
    Train - IC5IC5
    Wait for train
    IC5
    Lausanne
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Biel/Bienne
    70 min
  • 6
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Biel/Bienne, Bahnhof/Gare
    100 m • 2 min
  • 7
    Bus - 8787
    Wait for bus
    87
    Biel/Bienne, Bahnhof/Gare
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Merzligen, Linde
    12 min
  • 9
    Walk to Merzligen
    Walk to
    Merzligen
    10 m • 1 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Root to Merzligen

The distance between Root, Geneve and Merzligen, Geneve is approximately 163.13 km, which can typically be travelled in 170 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Root to Merzligen by bus and train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Geneve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Train schedule from Root to Merzligen

To check the bus and train schedule from Root to Merzligen using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Root) and destination (Merzligen), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and train routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and 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 bus and train schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Root to Merzligen?

    The fastest way takes 170 minutes, using Train line IR, Train line IC5, Bus line 87.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 2 train lines and one bus line in total. The total travelling time is 2 hr 50 min.

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

    The IR train line goes from Zürich Hb station near Root to Biel/Bienne station. From there you’ll have to take one train line and one bus line till Biel/Bienne station near Merzligen in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Root to Merzligen in Geneve by train and bus?

    The total travel time between Root and Merzligen in Geneve by train and bus is about 2 hr 50 min.

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

    Get on the IR train from the Zürich Hb station near Root in Geneve.

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

    Get off the train at the Biel/Bienne stop, which is closest to Merzligen in Geneve.

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