The average train between Helsinki and Nivala takes 8h 7m and the fastest train takes 5h 9m. The train service runs several times per day from Helsinki to Nivala. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run twice daily between Helsinki and Nivala. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helsinki is at 6:20 PM which arrives into Nivala at 2:12 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 8h 7m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Helsinki to Nivala. However, there are services departing from Helsinki Central Station and arriving at Ylivieska station via Ylivieska station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 7m.
Helsinki to Nivala train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki Central Station.
Helsinki to Nivala train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Ylivieska station.
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The distance between Helsinki and Nivala is 418 km. The road distance is 483 km.
Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Helsinki Central Station to Ylivieska every 4 hours. Tickets cost €70–120 and the journey takes 4h 30m.
