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Train vs Flight: Nuremberg to Erstfeld

Q: Is train or flight faster from Nuremberg to Erstfeld?

Train is faster door-to-door from Nuremberg to Erstfeld. The train takes 3h 27m door-to-door (including 2h 57m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 55m (including 25m flight + 2.5 hours at the airport).

Q: How much CO2 does the Nuremberg-Erstfeld train vs flight produce?

For the Nuremberg to Erstfeld route (343 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 14,1 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 87,5 kg. Taking the train saves 73,4 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 Nuremberg to Erstfeld?

Door-to-door travel time from Nuremberg to Erstfeld: Train takes 3h 27m total (2h 57m journey + 30 min station check-in). Flight takes 2h 55m total (25m flight + 2.5 hours airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi).

Q: Is the Nuremberg to Erstfeld train worth it vs flying?

For this short-haul route from Nuremberg to Erstfeld, 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 Erstfeld, saving 73 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Q: How far is Nuremberg from Erstfeld?

The straight-line distance from Nuremberg to Erstfeld is 343 km (343 km). The actual rail distance will be longer due to track routing.

🇩🇪 Nuremberg → 🇨🇭 Erstfeld · 343 km

Verdict

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

For this short-haul route from Nuremberg to Erstfeld, 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 Erstfeld, saving 73 kg of CO2 compared to flying.

Comparison

	Train ✓	Flight
Journey time	2h 57m	25m
Door-to-door incl. check-in / airport	3h 27m +30 min at station	2h 55m +2h 30min at airport
CO2 emissions avg. estimate per passenger	14,1 kg	87,5 kg
Est. ticket price rough estimate only	~€27	~€41
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 73,4 kg CO2 — 84% less than flying

Train: 14,1 kg CO2 · Flight: 87,5 kg CO2 (41g/km train vs 255g/km flight, European averages incl. radiative forcing)

Train

14,1 kg

Flight

87,5 kg

Door-to-Door Breakdown

Train

Faster door-to-door

Check-in at station 30 min

Journey time 2h 57m

Total door-to-door 3h 27m

Flight

Airport overhead 2h 30 min

Flight time 25m

Total door-to-door 2h 55m

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is train or flight faster from Nuremberg to Erstfeld?

Train is faster door-to-door from Nuremberg to Erstfeld. The train takes 3h 27m door-to-door (including 2h 57m journey + 30 min station check-in), while flying takes 2h 55m (25m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead).

How much CO2 does the Nuremberg–Erstfeld train vs flight produce?

For the Nuremberg to Erstfeld route (343 km straight-line), the train produces approximately 14,1 kg of CO2 per passenger, while the flight produces approximately 87,5 kg. Taking the train saves 73,4 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 Nuremberg to Erstfeld?

Door-to-door travel time from Nuremberg to Erstfeld:

Train: 3h 27m total (2h 57m journey + 30 min station check-in)
Flight: 2h 55m total (25m flight + 2h 30min airport overhead for check-in, security, boarding, and taxi)

Is the Nuremberg to Erstfeld train worth it vs flying?

How far is Nuremberg from Erstfeld?

The straight-line distance from Nuremberg to Erstfeld is 343 km. The actual rail distance will be longer (typically ~1.3× the straight-line distance) due to track routing.