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

The cheapest way to get from Como to Root is to drive which costs SFr 30 - SFr 50 and takes 2h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Como to Root is to drive which takes 2h 20m and costs SFr 30 - SFr 50.

Is there a direct bus between Como and Root?

No, there is no direct bus from Como to Root. However, there are services departing from Chiasso, Stazione and arriving at Root, Wilweg via Chiasso, Luzern, Bahnhof and Ebikon, Bahnhof. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Como and Root?

No, there is no direct train from Como to Root. However, there are services departing from Como S.Giovanni and arriving at Gisikon-Root via Zug. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2h 53m.

How far is it from Como to Root?

The distance between Como and Root is 194 km. The road distance is 207.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Como to Root without a car is to train via Zug(Ch) which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 110.

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

It takes approximately 2h 53m to get from Como to Root, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Como to Root bus from?

Como to Root bus services, operated by Bartolini Turismo, depart from Chiasso station.

Where do I catch the Como to Root train from?

Como to Root train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, depart from Como S.Giovanni station.

Train or bus from Como to Root?

The best way to get from Como to Root is to train via Zug(Ch) which takes 2h 53m and costs SFr 50 - SFr 110. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 50 - SFr 60 and takes 4h 25m.

Where does the Como to Root bus arrive?

Como to Root bus services, operated by Bartolini Turismo, arrive at Luthern station.

Where does the Como to Root train arrive?

Como to Root train services, operated by Trenitalia EuroCity, arrive at Zug(Ch) station.

Can I drive from Como to Root?

Yes, the driving distance between Como to Root is 207 km. It takes approximately 2h 20m to drive from Como to Root.

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

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Where can I stay near Root?

There are 593+ hotels available in Root.

Como to Root - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Como to Root by train (Trenitalia), bus, car, or train

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Como to Root by train (Trenitalia)

26Weekly Trains

2h 53mAverage Duration

CHF 52Cheapest Price

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Distance: 193.7 km
Duration: 2h 53m

What companies run services between Como, Italy and Root, Switzerland?

Trenitalia EuroCity operates a train from Como S.Giovanni to Zug(Ch) 4 times a day. Tickets cost CHF 40–85 and the journey takes 2h 9m. Alternatively, Bartolini Turismo operates a bus from Chiasso to Luthern twice a week. Tickets cost CHF 47 and the journey takes 2h 30m.

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