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

The cheapest way to get from Ghlin to Root is to bus which costs SFr 75 - SFr 130 and takes 13h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ghlin to Root is to train and fly which takes 6h 42m and costs SFr 110 - SFr 260.

Is there a direct train between Ghlin and Root?

No, there is no direct train from Ghlin to Root. However, there are services departing from Ghlin and arriving at Gisikon-Root via Mons, Paris Est, Strasbourg, Basel SBB and Luzern. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

How far is it from Ghlin to Root?

The distance between Ghlin and Root is 940 km. The road distance is 633.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ghlin to Root without a car is to train via Paris which takes 9h 46m and costs SFr 200 - SFr 390.

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

It takes approximately 9h 46m to get from Ghlin to Root, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ghlin to Root train from?

Ghlin to Root train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), depart from Mons station.

Train or bus from Ghlin to Root?

The best way to get from Ghlin to Root is to train via Paris which takes 9h 46m and costs SFr 200 - SFr 390. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs SFr 75 - SFr 130 and takes 13h 56m.

Where does the Ghlin to Root train arrive?

Ghlin to Root train services, operated by Belgian Railways (NMBS/SNCB), arrive at Paris Nord station.

Can I drive from Ghlin to Root?

Yes, the driving distance between Ghlin to Root is 634 km. It takes approximately 7h 4m to drive from Ghlin to Root.

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

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Where can I stay near Root?

There are 591+ hotels available in Root.

Ghlin to Root - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Ghlin to Root by train (TGV), train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train via Paris
best
1. Take the train from Mons to Paris NordOtc
2. Take the train from Paris Est to StrasbourgTgv
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel SbbTer
4. Take the train from Basel SBB to LuzernEc / ...
9h 46m
CHF 208–385
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Mons Avenue Meline Mercouri to Charleroi Airport
2. Take the bus from Charleroi Airport to Luxembourg P+R Bouillon
3. Take the bus from Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon to Zurich Bus Station299
13h 56m
CHF 78–125
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Mons to Brussels-NordIc / ...
2. Take the bus from Brussels-North Station to Zurich
13h 35m
Drive 633.5 km
1. Drive from Ghlin to Root633.5 km
7h 4m
CHF 103–149
Train to Brussels Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Mons to Brussels Airport-Zaventem
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)BRU - ZRH
6h 42m
CHF 119–260
Train
1. Take the train from Mons to Bruxelles-MidiIc / ...
2. Take the train from Brussel-Zuid / Bruxelles-Midi to StrasbourgTgv
3. Take the train from Strasbourg to Basel SbbTer
4. Take the train from Basel SBB to SurseeIr
10h 32m
CHF 147–287
Train, train to Luxembourg, fly
1. Take the train from Mons to Namur
2. Take the train from Namur to Luxembourg
3. Fly from Luxembourg (LUX) to Zurich Airport (ZRH)LUX - ZRH
8h 7m
CHF 135–369

Ghlin to Root by train and foot

35Weekly Services

9h 46mAverage Duration

CHF 208Cheapest Price

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Distance: 940.1 km
Duration: 9h 46m

What companies run services between Ghlin, Belgium and Root, Switzerland?

You can take a train from Ghlin to Gisikon-Root via Mons, Paris Gare Du Nord, Paris Est, Strasbourg, Basel Sbb, Basel SBB, and Luzern in around 9h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from GHLIN Place to Gisikon-Root via MONS SNCB - Quai A, Mons Avenue Meline Mercouri, Charleroi Airport, Luxembourg, P+R Bouillon, Zurich Bus Station, Zürich HB, and Rotkreuz in around 13h 56m.

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