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Train vs Flight: Newark Northgate to Sursee

Q: Is train or flight faster from Newark Northgate to Sursee?

Flight is faster from Newark Northgate to Sursee, taking 3h 35m door-to-door versus 8h 5m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

Q: What is the door-to-door travel time for train vs flight Newark Northgate to Sursee?

Door-to-door travel time from Newark Northgate to Sursee: Train takes 8h 5m total (7h 35m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 3h 35m total (1h 5m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

🇬🇧 Newark Northgate → 🇨🇭 Sursee · 912 km

Verdict

Flight is faster by 4h 30m door-to-door, but train produces 84% less CO2 — worth considering.

On this medium-haul route from Newark Northgate to Sursee, the flight is faster door-to-door, but the train is a greener alternative — saving 195 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	7h 35m	1h 5m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	8h 5m +30 min at station	3h 35m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	37.4 kg	232.6 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€73	~€109
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 195.2 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 37.4 kg CO2 · Flight: 232.6 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

37.4 kg

Flight

232.6 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 7h 35m

Total door-to-door 8h 5m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 1h 5m

Total door-to-door 3h 35m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Newark Northgate to Sursee?

Flight is faster from Newark Northgate to Sursee, taking 3h 35m door-to-door versus 8h 5m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

How much CO2 does the Newark Northgate–Sursee train vs flight produce?

For the Newark Northgate to Sursee route (912 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 37.4 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 232.6 kg. Taking the train saves 195.2 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 Newark Northgate to Sursee?

Door-to-door travel time from Newark Northgate to Sursee:

Train: 8h 5m total (7h 35m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 3h 35m total (1h 5m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Newark Northgate to Sursee train worth it vs flying?

How far is Newark Northgate from Sursee?

The straight-line distance from Newark Northgate to Sursee is 912 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.