The average train between Helsinki and Varkaus takes 7h 21m and the fastest train takes 5h 42m. The train service runs several times per day from Helsinki to Varkaus. 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 Varkaus. The earliest departure is at 5:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helsinki is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Varkaus at 12:20 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 7h 21m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Helsinki to Varkaus. However, there are services departing from Helsinki station and arriving at Varkaus station via Pieksämäki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 21m.
Helsinki to Varkaus train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki station.
Helsinki to Varkaus train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Varkaus station.
Book your Helsinki to Varkaus train tickets online with Finnish Railways (VR).
The distance between Helsinki and Varkaus is 285.6 km. The road distance is 393 km.
You can take a train from Helsinki to Varkaus via Pieksämäki in around 4h 56m.
