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Train vs Flight: Newark Northgate to Sargans

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

Flight is faster from Newark Northgate to Sargans, taking 3h 40m door-to-door versus 8h 43m 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 Sargans?

Door-to-door travel time from Newark Northgate to Sargans: Train takes 8h 43m total (8h 13m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 3h 40m total (1h 10m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

🇬🇧 Newark Northgate → 🇨🇭 Sargans · 991 km

Verdict

Flight is faster by 5h 3m door-to-door, but train produces 84% less CO2 — worth considering.

On this medium-haul route from Newark Northgate to Sargans, the flight is faster door-to-door, but the train is a greener alternative — saving 212 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	8h 13m	1h 10m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	8h 43m +30 min at station	3h 40m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	40,6 kg	252,7 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€79	~€119
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 212,1 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 40,6 kg CO2 · Flight: 252,7 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

40,6 kg

Flight

252,7 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 8h 13m

Total door-to-door 8h 43m

Flight

Faster door-to-door

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 1h 10m

Total door-to-door 3h 40m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Newark Northgate to Sargans?

Flight is faster from Newark Northgate to Sargans, taking 3h 40m door-to-door versus 8h 43m for the train. However, the train produces 84% less CO2.

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

For the Newark Northgate to Sargans route (991 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 40,6 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 252,7 kg. Taking the train saves 212,1 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 Sargans?

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

Train: 8h 43m total (8h 13m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 3h 40m total (1h 10m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

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

How far is Newark Northgate from Sargans?

The straight-line distance from Newark Northgate to Sargans is 991 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.