How to get from Basel to Root by train?

From Basel to Root by train

To get from Basel to Root in Geneve, you’ll need to take 3 train lines: take the IC3 train from Basel Sbb station to Zürich Hb station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the IR70 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 48 min. The train schedule from Basel may change. We recommend you check the updated train schedule to Root on the Moovit app.

108min
Train - IC3IC3
Train - IR70IR70
Train - S1S1
Leaves from Basel Sbb

Step by Step

  • 1
    Start from train station
    Start from train station
    Basel
  • 2
    Train - IC3IC3
    Wait for train
    IC3
    Zürich Hb
  • 3
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zürich Hb
    59 min
  • 4
    Train - IR70IR70
    Wait for train
    IR70
    Luzern
  • 5
    Ride to train station
    Ride to train station
    Zug
    24 min
  • 6
    Train - S1S1
    Wait for train
    S1
    Sursee
  • 7
    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 Basel to Root

The distance between Basel, Geneve and Root, Geneve is approximately 116.13 km, which can typically be travelled in 108 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Basel to Root by train, so no matter how you choose to travel in Geneve – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Train schedule from Basel to Root

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

    The fastest way takes 108 minutes, using Train line IC3, Train line IR70, Train line S1.

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

    No, you’ll have to take 3 train lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 48 min.

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

    The IC3 train line goes from Zürich Hb station near Basel to Zug station. From there you’ll have to take one train line till Zug station near Root in Geneve.

  • How long does it take to travel from Basel to Root in Geneve by train?

    The total travel time between Basel and Root in Geneve by train is about 1 hr 48 min.

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

    Get on the IC3 train from the Zürich Hb station near Basel in Geneve.

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

    Get off the train at the Zug station, which is closest to Root in Geneve.

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