The average bus between Helsinki and Kuopio takes 5h 41m and the fastest bus takes 5h 20m. The bus service runs several times per day from Helsinki to Kuopio. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 4 hours between Helsinki and Kuopio. The earliest departure is at 8:30 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helsinki is at 7:00 PM which arrives into Kuopio at 12:20 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 5h 41m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Helsinki station and arriving at Kuopio station. Services depart every 4 hours, and operate 3 times a day. The journey takes approximately 5h 41m.
Helsinki to Kuopio bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from 29 station.
Helsinki to Kuopio bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Tulo station.
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The distance between Helsinki and Kuopio is 335.8 km. The road distance is 401 km.
OnniBus operates a bus from 29 to Tulo 4 times a day. Tickets cost €21–30 and the journey takes 5h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.