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Train vs Flight: Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle

Q: Is train or flight faster from Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle?

Train is faster door-to-door from Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle. The train takes 2h 24m door-to-door (including 1h 54m 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 Annonay (Estación de autobuses)-Aigle train vs flight produce?

For the Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle route (214 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 8,8 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 54,6 kg. Taking the train saves 45,8 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 Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle?

Door-to-door travel time from Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle: Train takes 2h 24m total (1h 54m 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 Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle train worth it vs flying?

For this short-haul route from Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle, 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 Aigle, saving 46 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Q: How far is Annonay (Estación de autobuses) from Aigle?

The straight-line distance from Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle is 214 km (214 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇫🇷 Annonay (Estación de autobuses) → 🇨🇭 Aigle · 214 km

Verdict

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

For this short-haul route from Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle, 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 Aigle, saving 46 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Comparison

	Train ✓	Flight
Journey time	1h 54m	16m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	2h 24m +30 min at station	2h 46m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	8,8 kg	54,6 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€17	~€26
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 45,8 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 8,8 kg CO2 · Flight: 54,6 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

8,8 kg

Flight

54,6 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Faster door-to-door

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 1h 54m

Total door-to-door 2h 24m

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 Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle?

Train is faster door-to-door from Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle. The train takes 2h 24m door-to-door (including 1h 54m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 46m (16m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead).

How much CO2 does the Annonay (Estación de autobuses)–Aigle train vs flight produce?

For the Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle route (214 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 8,8 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 54,6 kg. Taking the train saves 45,8 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 Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle?

Door-to-door travel time from Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle:

Train: 2h 24m total (1h 54m 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 Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle train worth it vs flying?

How far is Annonay (Estación de autobuses) from Aigle?

The straight-line distance from Annonay (Estación de autobuses) to Aigle is 214 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.