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Train vs Flight: Newark Northgate to Thalwil

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

Flight is faster from Newark Northgate to Thalwil, taking 3h 36m door-to-door versus 8h 11m 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 Thalwil?

Door-to-door travel time from Newark Northgate to Thalwil: Train takes 8h 11m total (7h 41m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 3h 36m total (1h 6m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

🇬🇧 Newark Northgate → 🇨🇭 Thalwil · 925 km

Verdict

Flight is faster by 4h 35m door-to-door, but train produces 84% less CO2 — worth considering.

On this medium-haul route from Newark Northgate to Thalwil, the flight is faster door-to-door, but the train is a greener alternative — saving 198 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 41m	1h 6m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	8h 11m +30 min at station	3h 36m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	37.9 kg	235.9 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€74	~€111
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 198.0 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 37.9 kg CO2 · Flight: 235.9 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

37.9 kg

Flight

235.9 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 7h 41m

Total door-to-door 8h 11m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 1h 6m

Total door-to-door 3h 36m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Newark Northgate to Thalwil?

Flight is faster from Newark Northgate to Thalwil, taking 3h 36m door-to-door versus 8h 11m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

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

For the Newark Northgate to Thalwil route (925 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 37.9 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 235.9 kg. Taking the train saves 198.0 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 Newark Northgate to Thalwil?

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

Train: 8h 11m total (7h 41m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 3h 36m total (1h 6m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

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

How far is Newark Northgate from Thalwil?

The straight-line distance from Newark Northgate to Thalwil is 925 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.