How to get from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Root by bus and train?

From Birmensdorf (Zh) to Root by bus and train

To get from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Root in Geneve, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 train lines: take the 215 bus from Birmensdorf Zh, Zentrum station to Affoltern A.A., Bahnhof station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the S5 train and finally take the S1 train from Zug station to Gisikon-Root station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 22 min. The bus and train schedule from Birmensdorf (Zh) may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and train schedule to Root on the Moovit app.

82min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 215215
Train - S5S5
Train - S1S1
Leaves from Birmensdorf Zh, Zentrum

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Birmensdorf Zh, Zentrum
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 215215
    Wait for bus
    215
    Affoltern A.A., Bahnhof
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Affoltern A.A., Bahnhof
    28 min
  • 4
    Walk to train station
    Walk to train station
    Affoltern AM Albis
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Train - S5S5
    Wait for train
    S5
    Zug
  • 6
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zug
    16 min
  • 7
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Sursee
  • 8
    Ride to train station Gisikon-Root
    Ride to train station
    Gisikon-Root
    16 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Root

The distance between Birmensdorf (Zh), Geneve and Root, Geneve is approximately 43.85 km, which can typically be travelled in 82 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Root 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 Birmensdorf (Zh) to Root

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

    The fastest way takes 82 minutes, using Bus line 215, Train line S5, Train line S1.

  • Is there a direct bus between Birmensdorf (Zh) and Root in Geneve?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 22 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Root in Geneve?

    The 215 bus line goes from Birmensdorf Zh, Zentrum station near Birmensdorf (Zh) to Affoltern A.A., Bahnhof station. From there you’ll have to take 2 train lines till Affoltern A.A., Bahnhof station near Root in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Birmensdorf (Zh) to Root in Geneve by bus and train?

    The total travel time between Birmensdorf (Zh) and Root in Geneve by bus and train is about 1 hr 22 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Birmensdorf (Zh) to get to Root in Geneve?

    Get on the 215 bus from the Birmensdorf Zh, Zentrum stop near Birmensdorf (Zh) in Geneve.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Birmensdorf (Zh) and Root in Geneve?

    Get off the bus at the Affoltern A.A., Bahnhof station, which is closest to Root in Geneve.

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