Is driving or flying more energy efficient?

Is driving or flying more energy efficient? In the US, traveling by car uses more than double the energy you need to fly---unless you're behind the wheel of a new hybrid. When I moved to San Francisco from New York last year to join WIRED, my new boss scolded me for flying instead of enjoying an epic road trip. (Are you driving cross-country? he implored.

Is it more fuel efficient to fly or drive?

For the shortest trip, driving is slightly more economical than flying. But for the longer cross-country trip, flying is far cheaper. And keep in mind that this only considers solo drivers. Families or friends traveling in one vehicle can save money by driving, even on longer routes.

Does flying slower save fuel?

When an airplane experiences less drag, it consumes less fuel. This relationship between speed and fuel consumption means that flying at a slightly slower speed can result in significant fuel savings for airlines, which in turn can lower operating costs and potentially reduce ticket prices for passengers.

How fuel efficient is flying?

A plane like a Boeing 747 uses approximately 1 gallon (about 4 liters) of fuel every second. Over the course of a 10-hour flight, it might burn 36,000 gallons (150,000 liters). The 747 burns approximately 5 gallons of fuel per mile (12 liters of fuel per kilometer).

What is the most energy efficient travel?

Bicycle. A standard lightweight, moderate-speed bicycle is one of the most energy-efficient forms of transport. Compared with walking, a 64 kg (140 lb) cyclist riding at 16 km/h (10 mph) requires about half the food energy per unit distance: 27 kcal/km, 3.1 kW·h (11 MJ) per 100 km, or 43 kcal/mi.

Do people prefer flying or driving?

In fact, when choosing between planes, trains, and automobiles, Americans prefer traveling by plane least. A survey of 2,000 Americans revealed that three in four (73%) people feel that road tripping is a much more pleasant experience than flying.

Does Greta Thunberg fly on airplanes?

Aviation is responsible for between 2pc and 3pc of global carbon emissions. And Ms Thunberg continues to refuse to fly because of the impact on the environment.

Why do Americans drive instead of fly?

It's relatively easy for us, much easier than air travel for example. Gas is comparatively cheap here, we have a federal interstate highway system that is generally well maintained, and you can drive for days without crossing a border or encountering someone who can't speak the same language you do.

Should I drive or fly for work?

It all depends on your destination. If you're traveling within your state or a state over, driving is most likely going to be faster. If you're traveling more than 300 miles, flying will probably get you there quicker.

What is the most polluting way to travel?

Finally, the plane is the most polluting means of transport and the one that generates the most greenhouse emissions.