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Train vs Flight: Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil

Q: Is train or flight faster from Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil?

Flight is faster from Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil, taking 3h 25m door-to-door versus 6h 56m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

Q: What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil?

Door-to-door travel time from Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil: Train takes 6h 56m total (6h 26m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 3h 25m total (55m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

🇬🇧 Woolwich Arsenal → 🇨🇭 Thalwil · 771 km

Verdict

Flight is faster by 3h 31m door-to-door, but train produces 84% less CO2 — worth considering.

On this medium-haul route from Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil, the flight is faster door-to-door, but the train is a greener alternative — saving 165 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 26m	55m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	6h 56m +30 min at station	3h 25m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	31.6 kg	196.6 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€62	~€93
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 165.0 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 31.6 kg CO2 · Flight: 196.6 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

31.6 kg

Flight

196.6 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 6h 26m

Total door-to-door 6h 56m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 55m

Total door-to-door 3h 25m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil?

Flight is faster from Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil, taking 3h 25m door-to-door versus 6h 56m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

How much CO2 does the Woolwich Arsenal–Thalwil train vs flight produce?

For the Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil route (771 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 31.6 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 196.6 kg. Taking the train saves 165.0 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 Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil?

Door-to-door travel time from Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil:

Train: 6h 56m total (6h 26m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 3h 25m total (55m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil train worth it vs flying?

How far is Woolwich Arsenal from Thalwil?

The straight-line distance from Woolwich Arsenal to Thalwil is 771 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.