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Train vs Flight: Rodange to Renens VD

Q: Is train or flight faster from Rodange to Renens VD?

Train is faster door-to-door from Rodange to Renens VD. The train takes 3h 26m door-to-door (including 2h 56m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 54m (including 24m flight + 2.5 hours at the airport).

Q: How much CO2 does the Rodange-Renens VD train vs flight produce?

For the Rodange to Renens VD route (340 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 13,9 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 86,7 kg. Taking the train saves 72,8 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 Rodange to Renens VD?

Door-to-door travel time from Rodange to Renens VD: Train takes 3h 26m total (2h 56m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 2h 54m total (24m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: Is the Rodange to Renens VD train worth it vs flying?

For this short-haul route from Rodange to Renens VD, 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 Renens VD, saving 73 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Q: How far is Rodange from Renens VD?

The straight-line distance from Rodange to Renens VD is 340 km (340 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇱🇺 Rodange → 🇨🇭 Renens VD · 340 km

Verdict

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

For this short-haul route from Rodange to Renens VD, 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 Renens VD, saving 73 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Comparison

	Train ✓	Flight
Journey time	2h 56m	24m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	3h 26m +30 min at station	2h 54m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	13,9 kg	86,7 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€27	~€41
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 72,8 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 13,9 kg CO2 · Flight: 86,7 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

13,9 kg

Flight

86,7 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Faster door-to-door

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 2h 56m

Total door-to-door 3h 26m

Flight

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 24m

Total door-to-door 2h 54m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Rodange to Renens VD?

Train is faster door-to-door from Rodange to Renens VD. The train takes 3h 26m door-to-door (including 2h 56m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 54m (24m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead).

How much CO2 does the Rodange–Renens VD train vs flight produce?

For the Rodange to Renens VD route (340 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 13,9 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 86,7 kg. Taking the train saves 72,8 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 Rodange to Renens VD?

Door-to-door travel time from Rodange to Renens VD:

Train: 3h 26m total (2h 56m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 2h 54m total (24m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Rodange to Renens VD train worth it vs flying?

How far is Rodange from Renens VD?

The straight-line distance from Rodange to Renens VD is 340 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.