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Train vs Flight: Magdebourg to Thusis

Q: Is train or flight faster from Magdebourg to Thusis?

Flight is faster from Magdebourg to Thusis, taking 3h 15m door-to-door versus 5h 44m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

Q: What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Magdebourg to Thusis?

Door-to-door travel time from Magdebourg to Thusis: Train takes 5h 44m total (5h 14m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 3h 15m total (45m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: How far is Magdebourg from Thusis?

The straight-line distance from Magdebourg to Thusis is 624 km (624 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇩🇪 Magdebourg → 🇨🇭 Thusis · 624 km

Verdict

Flight is faster by 2h 29m door-to-door, but train produces 84% less CO2 — worth considering.

On this medium-haul route from Magdebourg to Thusis, the flight is faster door-to-door, but the train is a greener alternative — saving 134 kg of CO2 per passenger. If your schedule allows extra travel time, the train offers a comfortable, eco-friendly journey.

Comparison

	Train	Flight ✓
Journey time	5h 14m	45m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	5h 44m +30 min at station	3h 15m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	25,6 kg	159,1 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€50	~€75
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 133,5 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 25,6 kg CO2 · Flight: 159,1 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

25,6 kg

Flight

159,1 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 5h 14m

Total door-to-door 5h 44m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 45m

Total door-to-door 3h 15m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Magdebourg to Thusis?

Flight is faster from Magdebourg to Thusis, taking 3h 15m door-to-door versus 5h 44m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

How much CO2 does the Magdebourg–Thusis train vs flight produce?

For the Magdebourg to Thusis route (624 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 25,6 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 159,1 kg. Taking the train saves 133,5 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 Magdebourg to Thusis?

Door-to-door travel time from Magdebourg to Thusis:

Train: 5h 44m total (5h 14m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 3h 15m total (45m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Magdebourg to Thusis train worth it vs flying?

How far is Magdebourg from Thusis?

The straight-line distance from Magdebourg to Thusis is 624 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.