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Train vs Flight: Aubenas to Mannheim Central

Q: Is train or flight faster from Aubenas to Mannheim Central?

Flight is faster from Aubenas to Mannheim Central, taking 3h 14m door-to-door versus 3h 34m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

Q: What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Aubenas to Mannheim Central?

Door-to-door travel time from Aubenas to Mannheim Central: Train takes 3h 34m total (3h 4m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 3h 14m total (44m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

🇫🇷 Aubenas → 🇩🇪 Mannheim Central · 623 km

Verdict

Flight is faster by 20m door-to-door, but train produces 84% less CO2 — worth considering.

On this medium-haul route from Aubenas to Mannheim Central, the flight is faster door-to-door, but the train is a greener alternative — saving 133 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	3h 4m	44m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	3h 34m +30 min at station	3h 14m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	25,5 kg	158,9 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 133,4 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 25,5 kg CO2 · Flight: 158,9 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

25,5 kg

Flight

158,9 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 3h 4m

Total door-to-door 3h 34m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 44m

Total door-to-door 3h 14m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Aubenas to Mannheim Central?

Flight is faster from Aubenas to Mannheim Central, taking 3h 14m door-to-door versus 3h 34m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

How much CO2 does the Aubenas–Mannheim Central train vs flight produce?

For the Aubenas to Mannheim Central route (623 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 25,5 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 158,9 kg. Taking the train saves 133,4 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 Aubenas to Mannheim Central?

Door-to-door travel time from Aubenas to Mannheim Central:

Train: 3h 34m total (3h 4m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 3h 14m total (44m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Aubenas to Mannheim Central train worth it vs flying?

How far is Aubenas from Mannheim Central?

The straight-line distance from Aubenas to Mannheim Central is 623 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.