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Train vs Flight: Pau to Altdorf

Q: Is train or flight faster from Pau to Altdorf?

Flight is faster from Pau to Altdorf, taking 3h 28m door-to-door versus 7h 15m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

Q: What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Pau to Altdorf?

Door-to-door travel time from Pau to Altdorf: Train takes 7h 15m total (6h 45m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 3h 28m total (58m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: How far is Pau from Altdorf?

The straight-line distance from Pau to Altdorf is 811 km (811 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇫🇷 Pau → 🇨🇭 Altdorf · 811 km

Verdict

Flight is faster by 3h 47m door-to-door, but train produces 84% less CO2 — worth considering.

On this medium-haul route from Pau to Altdorf, the flight is faster door-to-door, but the train is a greener alternative — saving 174 kg of CO2 per passenger. If your schedule allows extra travel time, the train offers a comfortable, eco-friendly journey.

Comparison

	Train	Flight ✓
Journey time	6h 45m	58m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	7h 15m +30 min at station	3h 28m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	33.3 kg	206.8 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€65	~€97
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 173.5 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 33.3 kg CO2 · Flight: 206.8 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

33.3 kg

Flight

206.8 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 6h 45m

Total door-to-door 7h 15m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 58m

Total door-to-door 3h 28m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Pau to Altdorf?

Flight is faster from Pau to Altdorf, taking 3h 28m door-to-door versus 7h 15m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

How much CO2 does the Pau–Altdorf train vs flight produce?

For the Pau to Altdorf route (811 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 33.3 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 206.8 kg. Taking the train saves 173.5 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 Pau to Altdorf?

Door-to-door travel time from Pau to Altdorf:

Train: 7h 15m total (6h 45m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 3h 28m total (58m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Pau to Altdorf train worth it vs flying?

How far is Pau from Altdorf?

The straight-line distance from Pau to Altdorf is 811 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.