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Train vs Flight: Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf

Q: Is train or flight faster from Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf?

Train and flight are similar in door-to-door travel time from Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf. The train takes 3h 17m and the flight takes 3h 10m door-to-door. The train is the greener choice, saving 84% CO2.

🇫🇷 Lyon Part-Dieu → 🇩🇪 Aachen Hbf · 564 km

Verdict

Train and flight are similar in door-to-door time, but the train produces 84% less CO2.

On this medium-haul route from Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf, the train is competitive with flying when you factor in airport overhead. You also save 121 kg of CO2 — equivalent to 84% fewer emissions. For travellers who value comfort, city-centre arrivals, and sustainability, train is recommended.

Comparison

	Train	Flight
Journey time	2h 47m	40m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	3h 17m +30 min at station	3h 10m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	23.1 kg	143.8 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€45	~€68
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 120.7 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 23.1 kg CO2 · Flight: 143.8 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

23.1 kg

Flight

143.8 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 2h 47m

Total door-to-door 3h 17m

Flight

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 40m

Total door-to-door 3h 10m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf?

Train and flight are very similar in door-to-door time from Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf. The train takes 3h 17m and the flight takes 3h 10m. The train is the greener choice, saving 84% CO2.

How much CO2 does the Lyon Part-Dieu–Aachen Hbf train vs flight produce?

For the Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf route (564 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 23.1 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 143.8 kg. Taking the train saves 120.7 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 Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf?

Door-to-door travel time from Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf:

Train: 3h 17m total (2h 47m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 3h 10m total (40m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf train worth it vs flying?

How far is Lyon Part-Dieu from Aachen Hbf?

The straight-line distance from Lyon Part-Dieu to Aachen Hbf is 564 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.