Train from Aigle to Erstfeld

🇨🇭 Aigle → 🇨🇭 Erstfeld

Straight-line Distance

141 km

ENE (65.9°)

Rail Distance

~183 km

Estimated by rail

Travel Time

~49m

High_Speed

CO2 Saved vs Flight

91.3%

32.6 kg less CO2

Environmental Comparison

Train

High_Speed

CO2 Emissions 3.1 kg

Flight

Economy class

CO2 Emissions 35.8 kg

Taking the train saves 32.6 kg CO2 (91.3% less emissions)

Route Information

Requires Transfer

Stations on This Route

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Origin

Aigle
🇨🇭

Destination

Erstfeld

Journey Tips

Erstfeld is the northern portal town of the Gotthard Base Tunnel and a key junction for the Uri rail network. From Aigle, the SBB journey passes through Lausanne or Bern and the Reuss Valley. Erstfeld is steeped in railway history as the start of the historic Gotthard mountain route.

Scenic Highlight

The Reuss Valley between Arth-Goldau and Erstfeld narrows into a dramatic gorge as the Alps close in, with the river rushing below steep forested slopes and the medieval canton of Uri surrounding you.

Booking Tip

Book via SBB.ch; Swiss Travel Pass covers this domestic route entirely, and off-peak Supersaver tickets can reduce the standard fare by 30-50% with advance purchase.

Continue Your Journey

Continue from Erstfeld

🇨🇭 Andermatt 21 km 🇨🇭 Disentis/Muster 20 km 🇨🇭 Pontresina 102 km 🇨🇭 Rotkreuz 39 km 🇨🇭 Samedan 99 km

Also from Aigle

🇨🇭 Sion 32 km 🇨🇭 Sierre/Siders 44 km 🇨🇭 Thalwil 163 km 🇨🇭 Thusis 194 km 🇨🇭 Uznach 184 km

Frequently Asked Questions

The estimated train journey from Aigle to Erstfeld takes approximately 49m. This estimate is based on a rail distance of ~183 km using a high_speed service.
The estimated rail distance from Aigle to Erstfeld is approximately 183 km (141 km straight-line). Rail routes are longer than straight-line distances because tracks follow terrain and connect intermediate cities.
Travelling by train from Aigle to Erstfeld emits approximately 3.1 kg of CO2, compared to 35.8 kg by flight. Taking the train saves 32.6 kg of CO2 — a 91.3% reduction in emissions.
The route from Aigle to Erstfeld typically requires at least one transfer. Check operator timetables for the most direct connection available.
Check regional and national rail operator websites for services between Aigle and Erstfeld.

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Data last updated: 2026-02-27