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Train vs Flight: Pontivy to Basileia

Q: Is train or flight faster from Pontivy to Basileia?

Flight is faster from Pontivy to Basileia, taking 3h 26m door-to-door versus 7h 5m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

Q: What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Pontivy to Basileia?

Door-to-door travel time from Pontivy to Basileia: Train takes 7h 5m total (6h 35m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 3h 26m total (56m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: How far is Pontivy from Basileia?

The straight-line distance from Pontivy to Basileia is 790 km (790 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇫🇷 Pontivy → 🇨🇭 Basileia · 790 km

Verdict

Flight is faster by 3h 39m door-to-door, but train produces 84% less CO2 — worth considering.

On this medium-haul route from Pontivy to Basileia, the flight is faster door-to-door, but the train is a greener alternative — saving 169 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	6h 35m	56m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	7h 5m +30 min at station	3h 26m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	32,4 kg	201,4 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€63	~€95
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 169,0 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 32,4 kg CO2 · Flight: 201,4 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

32,4 kg

Flight

201,4 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 6h 35m

Total door-to-door 7h 5m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 56m

Total door-to-door 3h 26m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Pontivy to Basileia?

Flight is faster from Pontivy to Basileia, taking 3h 26m door-to-door versus 7h 5m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

How much CO2 does the Pontivy–Basileia train vs flight produce?

For the Pontivy to Basileia route (790 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 32,4 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 201,4 kg. Taking the train saves 169,0 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 Pontivy to Basileia?

Door-to-door travel time from Pontivy to Basileia:

Train: 7h 5m total (6h 35m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 3h 26m total (56m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Pontivy to Basileia train worth it vs flying?

How far is Pontivy from Basileia?

The straight-line distance from Pontivy to Basileia is 790 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.