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Train vs Flight: Lisbonne to St-Maurice

Q: Is train or flight faster from Lisbonne to St-Maurice?

Flight is faster from Lisbonne to St-Maurice, taking 4h 21m door-to-door versus 13h 20m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

Q: What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Lisbonne to St-Maurice?

Door-to-door travel time from Lisbonne to St-Maurice: Train takes 13h 20m total (12h 50m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 4h 21m total (1h 51m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: How far is Lisbonne from St-Maurice?

The straight-line distance from Lisbonne to St-Maurice is 1559 km (1559 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇵🇹 Lisbonne → 🇨🇭 St-Maurice · 1 559 km

Verdict

Flight is significantly faster (4h 21m vs 13h 20m door-to-door) on this long-haul route.

On this long-haul route from Lisbonne to St-Maurice, 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 334 kg (84%).

Comparison

	Train	Flight ✓
Journey time	12h 50m	1h 51m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	13h 20m +30 min at station	4h 21m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	63,9 kg	397,5 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€125	~€187
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 333,6 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 63,9 kg CO2 · Flight: 397,5 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

63,9 kg

Flight

397,5 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 12h 50m

Total door-to-door 13h 20m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 1h 51m

Total door-to-door 4h 21m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Lisbonne to St-Maurice?

Flight is faster from Lisbonne to St-Maurice, taking 4h 21m door-to-door versus 13h 20m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

How much CO2 does the Lisbonne–St-Maurice train vs flight produce?

For the Lisbonne to St-Maurice route (1559 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 63,9 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 397,5 kg. Taking the train saves 333,6 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 Lisbonne to St-Maurice?

Door-to-door travel time from Lisbonne to St-Maurice:

Train: 13h 20m total (12h 50m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 4h 21m total (1h 51m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Lisbonne to St-Maurice train worth it vs flying?

How far is Lisbonne from St-Maurice?

The straight-line distance from Lisbonne to St-Maurice is 1 559 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.