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Train vs Flight: Séville to Kloten Bahnhof

Q: Is train or flight faster from Séville to Kloten Bahnhof?

Flight is faster from Séville to Kloten Bahnhof, taking 4h 26m door-to-door versus 13h 56m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

Q: What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Séville to Kloten Bahnhof?

Door-to-door travel time from Séville to Kloten Bahnhof: Train takes 13h 56m total (13h 26m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 4h 26m total (1h 56m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

🇪🇸 Séville → 🇨🇭 Kloten Bahnhof · 1 632 km

Verdict

Flight is significantly faster (4h 26m vs 13h 56m door-to-door) on this long-haul route.

On this long-haul route from Séville to Kloten Bahnhof, 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 349 kg (84%).

Comparison

	Train	Flight ✓
Journey time	13h 26m	1h 56m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	13h 56m +30 min at station	4h 26m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	66,9 kg	416,2 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€131	~€196
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 349,3 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 66,9 kg CO2 · Flight: 416,2 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

66,9 kg

Flight

416,2 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 13h 26m

Total door-to-door 13h 56m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 1h 56m

Total door-to-door 4h 26m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Séville to Kloten Bahnhof?

Flight is faster from Séville to Kloten Bahnhof, taking 4h 26m door-to-door versus 13h 56m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

How much CO2 does the Séville–Kloten Bahnhof train vs flight produce?

For the Séville to Kloten Bahnhof route (1632 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 66,9 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 416,2 kg. Taking the train saves 349,3 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 Séville to Kloten Bahnhof?

Door-to-door travel time from Séville to Kloten Bahnhof:

Train: 13h 56m total (13h 26m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 4h 26m total (1h 56m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Séville to Kloten Bahnhof train worth it vs flying?

How far is Séville from Kloten Bahnhof?

The straight-line distance from Séville to Kloten Bahnhof is 1 632 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.