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Train vs Flight: St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne

Q: Is train or flight faster from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne?

Train is faster door-to-door from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne. The train takes 2h 22m door-to-door (including 1h 52m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 45m (including 15m flight + 2.5 hours at the airport).

Q: How much CO2 does the St-Étienne Châteaucreux-Lausanne train vs flight produce?

For the St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne route (210 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 8,6 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 53,5 kg. Taking the train saves 44,9 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 St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne?

Door-to-door travel time from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne: Train takes 2h 22m total (1h 52m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 2h 45m total (15m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: Is the St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne train worth it vs flying?

For this short-haul route from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne, 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 Lausanne, saving 45 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Q: How far is St-Étienne Châteaucreux from Lausanne?

The straight-line distance from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne is 210 km (210 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇫🇷 St-Étienne Châteaucreux → 🇨🇭 Lausanne · 210 km

Verdict

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

For this short-haul route from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne, 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 Lausanne, saving 45 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Comparison

	Train ✓	Flight
Journey time	1h 52m	15m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	2h 22m +30 min at station	2h 45m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	8,6 kg	53,5 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€17	~€25
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 44,9 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 8,6 kg CO2 · Flight: 53,5 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

8,6 kg

Flight

53,5 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Faster door-to-door

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 1h 52m

Total door-to-door 2h 22m

Flight

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 15m

Total door-to-door 2h 45m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne?

Train is faster door-to-door from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne. The train takes 2h 22m door-to-door (including 1h 52m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 45m (15m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead).

How much CO2 does the St-Étienne Châteaucreux–Lausanne train vs flight produce?

For the St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne route (210 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 8,6 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 53,5 kg. Taking the train saves 44,9 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 St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne?

Door-to-door travel time from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne:

Train: 2h 22m total (1h 52m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 2h 45m total (15m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne train worth it vs flying?

How far is St-Étienne Châteaucreux from Lausanne?

The straight-line distance from St-Étienne Châteaucreux to Lausanne is 210 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.