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Train vs Flight: Lausanne to Erstfeld

Q: Is train or flight faster from Lausanne to Erstfeld?

Train is faster door-to-door from Lausanne to Erstfeld. The train takes 1h 57m door-to-door (including 1h 27m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 42m (including 12m flight + 2.5 hours at the airport).

Q: How much CO2 does the Lausanne-Erstfeld train vs flight produce?

For the Lausanne to Erstfeld route (158 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 6,5 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 40,3 kg. Taking the train saves 33,8 kg of CO2 — a 84% reduction. These are average estimates based on European averages (train: 41g CO2/km, flight: 255g CO2/km incl. radiative forcing).

Q: What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Lausanne to Erstfeld?

Door-to-door travel time from Lausanne to Erstfeld: Train takes 1h 57m total (1h 27m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 2h 42m total (12m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: Is the Lausanne to Erstfeld train worth it vs flying?

For this short-haul route from Lausanne to Erstfeld, train is the clear winner. Airport check-in, security, and boarding add over 2.5 hours to your journey. The train departs from the city centre and arrives directly in the heart of Erstfeld, saving 34 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Q: How far is Lausanne from Erstfeld?

The straight-line distance from Lausanne to Erstfeld is 158 km (158 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇨🇭 Lausanne → 🇨🇭 Erstfeld · 158 km

Verdict

Train wins door-to-door on this short route — airport overhead makes flying impractical.

For this short-haul route from Lausanne to Erstfeld, train is the clear winner. Airport check-in, security, and boarding add over 2.5 hours to your journey. The train departs from the city centre and arrives directly in the heart of Erstfeld, saving 34 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Comparison

	Train ✓	Flight
Journey time	1h 27m	12m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	1h 57m +30 min at station	2h 42m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	6,5 kg	40,3 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€13	~€19
City centre arrival	Central station	Airport (outside city)

* Price and CO2 figures are rough average estimates. Actual values vary by booking class, date, operator, and energy mix. Journey times are based on existing route data or standard speed assumptions.

CO2 Savings

Save 33,8 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 6,5 kg CO2 · Flight: 40,3 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

6,5 kg

Flight

40,3 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Faster door-to-door

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 1h 27m

Total door-to-door 1h 57m

Flight

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 12m

Total door-to-door 2h 42m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Lausanne to Erstfeld?

Train is faster door-to-door from Lausanne to Erstfeld. The train takes 1h 57m door-to-door (including 1h 27m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 42m (12m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead).

How much CO2 does the Lausanne–Erstfeld train vs flight produce?

For the Lausanne to Erstfeld route (158 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 6,5 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 40,3 kg. Taking the train saves 33,8 kg of CO2 — a 84% reduction. These are average estimates based on European averages (train: 41g CO2/km, flight: 255g CO2/km including radiative forcing).

What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Lausanne to Erstfeld?

Door-to-door travel time from Lausanne to Erstfeld:

Train: 1h 57m total (1h 27m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 2h 42m total (12m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Lausanne to Erstfeld train worth it vs flying?

How far is Lausanne from Erstfeld?

The straight-line distance from Lausanne to Erstfeld is 158 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.