Compare Long Haul (>1500 km)

Train vs Flight: Vienna to Seville

Q: Is train or flight faster from Vienna to Seville?

Flight is faster from Vienna to Seville, taking 5h 4m door-to-door versus 18h 18m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

Q: What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Vienna to Seville?

Door-to-door travel time from Vienna to Seville: Train takes 18h 18m total (17h 48m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 5h 4m total (2h 34m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: How far is Vienna from Seville?

The straight-line distance from Vienna to Seville is 2171 km (2171 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇦🇹 Vienna → 🇪🇸 Seville · 2,171 km

Verdict

Flight is significantly faster (5h 4m vs 18h 18m door-to-door) on this long-haul route.

On this long-haul route from Vienna to Seville, flying is typically the practical choice for most travellers. However, if you have the time, overnight trains may offer a scenic alternative while reducing your carbon footprint by 465 kg (84%).

Comparison

	Train	Flight ✓
Journey time	17h 48m	2h 34m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	18h 18m +30 min at station	5h 4m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	89.0 kg	553.6 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€174	~€261
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 464.6 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 89.0 kg CO2 · Flight: 553.6 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

89.0 kg

Flight

553.6 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 17h 48m

Total door-to-door 18h 18m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 2h 34m

Total door-to-door 5h 4m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Vienna to Seville?

Flight is faster from Vienna to Seville, taking 5h 4m door-to-door versus 18h 18m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

How much CO2 does the Vienna–Seville train vs flight produce?

For the Vienna to Seville route (2171 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 89.0 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 553.6 kg. Taking the train saves 464.6 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 Vienna to Seville?

Door-to-door travel time from Vienna to Seville:

Train: 18h 18m total (17h 48m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 5h 4m total (2h 34m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Vienna to Seville train worth it vs flying?

How far is Vienna from Seville?

The straight-line distance from Vienna to Seville is 2,171 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.