Compare Long Haul (>1500 km)

Train vs Flight: Seville to Norwood Junction

Q: Is train or flight faster from Seville to Norwood Junction?

Flight is faster from Seville to Norwood Junction, taking 4h 25m door-to-door versus 8h 13m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

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

Door-to-door travel time from Seville to Norwood Junction: Train takes 8h 13m total (7h 43m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 4h 25m total (1h 55m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

🇪🇸 Seville → 🇬🇧 Norwood Junction · 1.625 km

Verdict

Flight is significantly faster (4h 25m vs 8h 13m door-to-door) on this long-haul route.

On this long-haul route from Seville to Norwood Junction, 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 348 kg (84%).

Comparison

	Train	Flight ✓
Journey time	7h 43m	1h 55m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	8h 13m +30 min at station	4h 25m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	66,6 kg	414,4 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€130	~€195
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 347,8 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 66,6 kg CO2 · Flight: 414,4 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

66,6 kg

Flight

414,4 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 7h 43m

Total door-to-door 8h 13m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 1h 55m

Total door-to-door 4h 25m

Train tickets for this route

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Seville to Norwood Junction?

Flight is faster from Seville to Norwood Junction, taking 4h 25m door-to-door versus 8h 13m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

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

For the Seville to Norwood Junction route (1625 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 66,6 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 414,4 kg. Taking the train saves 347,8 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 Seville to Norwood Junction?

Door-to-door travel time from Seville to Norwood Junction:

Train: 8h 13m total (7h 43m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 4h 25m total (1h 55m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Seville to Norwood Junction train worth it vs flying?

How far is Seville from Norwood Junction?

The straight-line distance from Seville to Norwood Junction is 1.625 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.