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Train vs Flight: Obernai to Lausanne

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

Train is faster door-to-door from Obernai to Lausanne. The train takes 2h 30m door-to-door (including 2h journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 46m (including 16m flight + 2.5 hours at the airport).

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

For the Obernai to Lausanne route (226 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 9,3 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 57,6 kg. Taking the train saves 48,3 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 Lausanne?

Door-to-door travel time from Obernai to Lausanne: Train takes 2h 30m total (2h journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 2h 46m total (16m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

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

For this short-haul route from Obernai to Lausanne, 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 Lausanne, saving 48 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Q: How far is Obernai from Lausanne?

The straight-line distance from Obernai to Lausanne is 226 km (226 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇫🇷 Obernai → 🇨🇭 Lausanne · 226 km

Verdict

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

For this short-haul route from Obernai to Lausanne, 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 Lausanne, saving 48 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Comparison

	Train ✓	Flight
Journey time	2h	16m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	2h 30m +30 min at station	2h 46m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	9,3 kg	57,6 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 48,3 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 9,3 kg CO2 · Flight: 57,6 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

9,3 kg

Flight

57,6 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Faster door-to-door

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 2h

Total door-to-door 2h 30m

Flight

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 16m

Total door-to-door 2h 46m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Obernai to Lausanne?

Train is faster door-to-door from Obernai to Lausanne. The train takes 2h 30m door-to-door (including 2h journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 46m (16m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead).

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

For the Obernai to Lausanne route (226 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 9,3 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 57,6 kg. Taking the train saves 48,3 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 Lausanne?

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

Train: 2h 30m total (2h journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 2h 46m total (16m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Obernai to Lausanne train worth it vs flying?

How far is Obernai from Lausanne?

The straight-line distance from Obernai to Lausanne is 226 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.