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Train vs Flight: Séville to Lyss Bahnhof

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

Flight is faster from Séville to Lyss Bahnhof, taking 4h 19m door-to-door versus 13h 6m 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 Lyss Bahnhof?

Door-to-door travel time from Séville to Lyss Bahnhof: Train takes 13h 6m total (12h 36m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 4h 19m total (1h 49m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: How far is Séville from Lyss Bahnhof?

The straight-line distance from Séville to Lyss Bahnhof is 1531 km (1531 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇪🇸 Séville → 🇨🇭 Lyss Bahnhof · 1 531 km

Verdict

Flight is significantly faster (4h 19m vs 13h 6m door-to-door) on this long-haul route.

On this long-haul route from Séville to Lyss 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 328 kg (84%).

Comparison

	Train	Flight ✓
Journey time	12h 36m	1h 49m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	13h 6m +30 min at station	4h 19m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	62,8 kg	390,4 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€122	~€184
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 327,6 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 62,8 kg CO2 · Flight: 390,4 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

62,8 kg

Flight

390,4 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 12h 36m

Total door-to-door 13h 6m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 1h 49m

Total door-to-door 4h 19m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Séville to Lyss Bahnhof?

Flight is faster from Séville to Lyss Bahnhof, taking 4h 19m door-to-door versus 13h 6m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

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

For the Séville to Lyss Bahnhof route (1531 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 62,8 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 390,4 kg. Taking the train saves 327,6 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 Séville to Lyss Bahnhof?

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

Train: 13h 6m total (12h 36m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 4h 19m total (1h 49m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

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

How far is Séville from Lyss Bahnhof?

The straight-line distance from Séville to Lyss Bahnhof is 1 531 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.