There is a ~1 hour plane ride between St. Louis and Chicago, or there is a ~5 hour train ride. 🚊 Here’s why I will always choose the train + why short-haul plane travel should be banned: Environmental Impact: The Amtrak train between CHI + STL emits only 5.2kg of CO2 one way per passenger (Virail) compared to the 136kg (Curb6) released one way per passenger when flying between Chicago O’Hare and St. Louis Lambert. Convenience + Comfort: Not only is taking the train going to save you money, it’s also more comfortable and flexible than air travel. Train stations have faster lines and security checks, more departure times, spacious seating, and larger spaces to stand, use the restroom, and eat food. Local Communities: Rail travel reduces noise pollution in comparison to air travel and it reduces the need for excess car usage within cities that can relieve traffic. And with the drive only being ~10 minutes shorter, it makes me want to never be crammed in my Honda Civic for a 5 hour car ride again. 😂 #traintravel #trains #amtrak #stlouis #chicago #sustainable #sustainableliving #ecofriendlyliving #ecofriendly #environmentalist #urbandesign #walkablecity #publictransport #publictransportation #publictransit