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Train vs Flight: Meilen to Erstfeld

Q: Is train or flight faster from Meilen to Erstfeld?

Train is faster door-to-door from Meilen to Erstfeld. The train takes 1h 29m door-to-door (including 59m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 34m (including 4m flight + 2.5 hours at the airport).

Q: How much CO2 does the Meilen-Erstfeld train vs flight produce?

For the Meilen to Erstfeld route (50 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 2,0 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 12,8 kg. Taking the train saves 10,8 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 Meilen to Erstfeld?

Door-to-door travel time from Meilen to Erstfeld: Train takes 1h 29m total (59m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 2h 34m total (4m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: Is the Meilen to Erstfeld train worth it vs flying?

For this short-haul route from Meilen to Erstfeld, 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 Erstfeld, saving 11 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Q: How far is Meilen from Erstfeld?

The straight-line distance from Meilen to Erstfeld is 50 km (50 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇨🇭 Meilen → 🇨🇭 Erstfeld · 50 km

Verdict

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

For this short-haul route from Meilen to Erstfeld, 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 Erstfeld, saving 11 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Comparison

	Train ✓	Flight
Journey time	59m	4m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	1h 29m +30 min at station	2h 34m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	2,0 kg	12,8 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€4	~€6
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 10,8 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 2,0 kg CO2 · Flight: 12,8 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

2,0 kg

Flight

12,8 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Faster door-to-door

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 59m

Total door-to-door 1h 29m

Flight

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 4m

Total door-to-door 2h 34m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Meilen to Erstfeld?

Train is faster door-to-door from Meilen to Erstfeld. The train takes 1h 29m door-to-door (including 59m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 34m (4m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead).

How much CO2 does the Meilen–Erstfeld train vs flight produce?

For the Meilen to Erstfeld route (50 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 2,0 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 12,8 kg. Taking the train saves 10,8 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 Meilen to Erstfeld?

Door-to-door travel time from Meilen to Erstfeld:

Train: 1h 29m total (59m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 2h 34m total (4m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Meilen to Erstfeld train worth it vs flying?

How far is Meilen from Erstfeld?

The straight-line distance from Meilen to Erstfeld is 50 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.