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Train vs Flight: Altdorf to Locarno

Q: Is train or flight faster from Altdorf to Locarno?

Train is faster door-to-door from Altdorf to Locarno. The train takes 1h 19m door-to-door (including 49m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 36m (including 6m flight + 2.5 hours at the airport).

Q: How much CO2 does the Altdorf-Locarno train vs flight produce?

For the Altdorf to Locarno route (79 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 3.2 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 20.1 kg. Taking the train saves 16.9 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 Altdorf to Locarno?

Door-to-door travel time from Altdorf to Locarno: Train takes 1h 19m total (49m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 2h 36m total (6m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: Is the Altdorf to Locarno train worth it vs flying?

For this short-haul route from Altdorf to Locarno, 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 Locarno, saving 17 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Q: How far is Altdorf from Locarno?

The straight-line distance from Altdorf to Locarno is 79 km (79 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇨🇭 Altdorf → 🇨🇭 Locarno · 79 km

Verdict

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

For this short-haul route from Altdorf to Locarno, 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 Locarno, saving 17 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Comparison

	Train ✓	Flight
Journey time	49m	6m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	1h 19m +30 min at station	2h 36m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	3.2 kg	20.1 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€6	~€9
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 16.9 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 3.2 kg CO2 · Flight: 20.1 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

3.2 kg

Flight

20.1 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Faster door-to-door

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 49m

Total door-to-door 1h 19m

Flight

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 6m

Total door-to-door 2h 36m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Altdorf to Locarno?

Train is faster door-to-door from Altdorf to Locarno. The train takes 1h 19m door-to-door (including 49m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 36m (6m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead).

How much CO2 does the Altdorf–Locarno train vs flight produce?

For the Altdorf to Locarno route (79 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 3.2 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 20.1 kg. Taking the train saves 16.9 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 Altdorf to Locarno?

Door-to-door travel time from Altdorf to Locarno:

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

Is the Altdorf to Locarno train worth it vs flying?

How far is Altdorf from Locarno?

The straight-line distance from Altdorf to Locarno is 79 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.