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Train vs Flight: Obernai to Morges

Q: Is train or flight faster from Obernai to Morges?

Train is faster door-to-door from Obernai to Morges. The train takes 2h 32m door-to-door (including 2h 2m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 47m (including 17m flight + 2.5 hours at the airport).

Q: How much CO2 does the Obernai-Morges train vs flight produce?

For the Obernai to Morges route (229 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 9.4 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 58.4 kg. Taking the train saves 49.0 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 Obernai to Morges?

Door-to-door travel time from Obernai to Morges: Train takes 2h 32m total (2h 2m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 2h 47m total (17m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: Is the Obernai to Morges train worth it vs flying?

For this short-haul route from Obernai to Morges, 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 Morges, saving 49 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Q: How far is Obernai from Morges?

The straight-line distance from Obernai to Morges is 229 km (229 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇫🇷 Obernai → 🇨🇭 Morges · 229 km

Verdict

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

For this short-haul route from Obernai to Morges, 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 Morges, saving 49 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Comparison

	Train ✓	Flight
Journey time	2h 2m	17m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	2h 32m +30 min at station	2h 47m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	9.4 kg	58.4 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€18	~€27
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 49.0 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 9.4 kg CO2 · Flight: 58.4 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

9.4 kg

Flight

58.4 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Faster door-to-door

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 2h 2m

Total door-to-door 2h 32m

Flight

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 17m

Total door-to-door 2h 47m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Obernai to Morges?

Train is faster door-to-door from Obernai to Morges. The train takes 2h 32m door-to-door (including 2h 2m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 47m (17m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead).

How much CO2 does the Obernai–Morges train vs flight produce?

For the Obernai to Morges route (229 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 9.4 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 58.4 kg. Taking the train saves 49.0 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 Obernai to Morges?

Door-to-door travel time from Obernai to Morges:

Train: 2h 32m total (2h 2m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 2h 47m total (17m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Obernai to Morges train worth it vs flying?

How far is Obernai from Morges?

The straight-line distance from Obernai to Morges is 229 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.