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

The cheapest way to get from Root to Zurich is to drive which costs SFr 6 - SFr 10 and takes 29 min.

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

The fastest way to get from Root to Zurich is to drive which takes 29 min and costs SFr 6 - SFr 10.

Is there a direct train between Root and Zurich?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Gisikon-Root and arriving at Zürich Enge. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 43 min.

How far is it from Root to Zurich?

The distance between Root and Zurich is 39 km. The road distance is 39.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Root to Zurich without a car is to train which takes 43 min and costs SFr 10 - SFr 19.

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

The train from Gisikon-Root to Zürich Enge takes 43 min including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Root to Zurich train from?

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

Where does the Root to Zurich train arrive?

Root to Zurich train services, operated by Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS), arrive at Zürich Enge station.

Can I drive from Root to Zurich?

Yes, the driving distance between Root to Zurich is 40 km. It takes approximately 29 min to drive from Root to Zurich.

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

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Root to Zurich - 5 ways to travel via train, car, and taxi

There are 5 ways to get from Root to Zurich by train, car, or taxi

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Gisikon-Root to Zürich EngeIr
43 min
CHF 10–19
Drive 39.6 km
cheapest
1. Drive from Root to Zurich39.6 km
29 min
CHF 7–10
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Root to Zurich39.6 km
29 min
CHF 180–220
Train via Zug
1. Take the train from Gisikon-Root to ZugS1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zug to Zürich HBS24 / ...
56 min
CHF 29–41
Train via Zug #2
1. Take the train from Gisikon-Root to ZugS1 / ...
2. Take the train from Zug to Zürich StadelhofenS5
1h 25m
CHF 30–41

Root to Zurich by train

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43 minAverage Duration

CHF 10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 39.1 km
Duration: 43 min

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

Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) operates a train from Gisikon-Root to Zürich Enge once daily. Tickets cost CHF 10–19 and the journey takes 43 min.

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