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The average train between Helsinki and Nurmes takes 6h 59m and the fastest train takes 6h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Helsinki to Nurmes. 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 Nurmes. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helsinki is at 1:14 PM which arrives into Nurmes at 8:06 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 59m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Helsinki to Nurmes. However, there are services departing from Helsinki station and arriving at Nurmes station via Joensuu station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 59m.
Helsinki to Nurmes train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki station.
Helsinki to Nurmes train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Nurmes station.
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The distance between Helsinki and Nurmes is 434.9 km. The road distance is 509 km.
You can take a train from Helsinki to Nurmes via Joensuu in around 7h 43m.
