What is the cheapest way to get from Basel to Root?

The cheapest way to get from Basel to Root is to drive which costs SFr 16 - SFr 24 and takes 1h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Basel to Root?

The fastest way to get from Basel to Root is to drive which takes 1h 10m and costs SFr 16 - SFr 24.

Is there a direct train between Basel and Root?

No, there is no direct train from Basel to Root. However, there are services departing from Basel SBB and arriving at Gisikon-Root via Sursee. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 2m.

How far is it from Basel to Root?

The distance between Basel and Root is 106 km. The road distance is 100.5 km.

How do I travel from Basel to Root without a car?

The best way to get from Basel to Root without a car is to train which takes 2h 2m and costs SFr 25 - SFr 50.

How long does it take to get from Basel to Root?

It takes approximately 2h 2m to get from Basel to Root, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Basel to Root train from?

Basel to Root train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), depart from Basel SBB station.

Where does the Basel to Root train arrive?

Basel to Root train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Sursee station.

Can I drive from Basel to Root?

Yes, the driving distance between Basel to Root is 100 km. It takes approximately 1h 10m to drive from Basel to Root.

How do I get a train ticket from Basel to Root?

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Where can I stay near Root?

There are 593+ hotels available in Root.

Basel to Root - 2 ways to travel via train, and car

There are 2 ways to get from Basel to Root by train or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Basel SBB to SurseeIr27 / ...
2. Take the train from Sursee to Gisikon-RootS1
2h 2m
CHF 26–48
Drive 100.5 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Basel to Root100.5 km
1h 10m
CHF 17–24

Basel to Root by train

131Weekly Trains

2h 2mAverage Duration

CHF 26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 105.8 km
Duration: 2h 2m

What companies run services between Basel, Switzerland and Root, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Basel SBB to Gisikon-Root via Sursee in around 2h 2m.

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