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Compare train and bus for Lucerne to Root
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lucerne to Root among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $12.
Distance: 6 miles (10 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$12 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $3 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
44m Average total duration Fastest 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 55m Average total duration 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 15m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lucerne to Root:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lucerne to Root costing on average $12 (€10).
Other travel options to Root take longer:
Bus takes on average 25m.
You'll arrive about 1m sooner (14m by train vs 15m by car). Tickets start at around $12 (€10) compared to roughly $3 (€3) in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS).
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lucerne to Root
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Trains from Lucerne to Root run on average 8 times per day, taking around 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:02, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 6 miles (10 km) distance in 14m.
Distance 6 miles (10 km) |
Average train duration 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 14m |
First train 12:02 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: SBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) from Lucerne to Root trainsSBB, Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS) trains will get you between Lucerne and Root from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Swiss Federal Railways (SBB CFF FFS)
FAQs: Trains from Lucerne to Root
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lucerne to Root by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Root, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lucerne to Root
Most Lucerne to Root trains use the Luzern Bhf to Gisikon-Root station pair, with some services arriving at Root D4. Use this guide to compare Lucerne and Root train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lucerne station do trains to Root leave from?
Getting to Luzern Bhf from Lucerne city centre
Luzern Bhf train station facilities and services
Luzern Bhf has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant La Cucina, Restaurant Bellini Locanda Ticinese
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Luzern Bhf. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Luzern Bhf. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern Bhf: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luzern Bhf: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Bhf.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Monopol Luzern, Waldstätterhof Swiss Quality Hotel, Hotel Central Luzern.
Luzern, Bahnhof train station facilities and services
Luzern, Bahnhof has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern, Bahnhof.
Getting to Luzern Allmend/Messe from Lucerne city centre
Luzern Allmend/Messe is 1 km from Lucerne city centre. Public transport options include:
Luzern Allmend/Messe train station facilities and services
Luzern Allmend/Messe has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Luzern Allmend/Messe: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Luzern Allmend/Messe: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Luzern Allmend/Messe.
Which Root station do trains from Lucerne arrive at?
Getting to Gisikon-Root from Root city centre
Gisikon-Root train station facilities and services
Gisikon-Root has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Gisikon-Root.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Gisikon-Root.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Gisikon-Root: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Gisikon-Root: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Gisikon-Root.
Getting to Root D4 from Root city centre
Root D4 is 1 km from Root city centre. Public transport options include:
Root D4 train station facilities and services
Root D4 has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Accessibility, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Root D4.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Root D4.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Root D4: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Root D4: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Root D4.
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