What is the cheapest way to get from Espoo to Helsinki?

The cheapest way to get from Espoo to Helsinki is to drive which costs €3 - €5 and takes 21 min.

What is the fastest way to get from Espoo to Helsinki?

The fastest way to get from Espoo to Helsinki is to taxi which takes 21 min and costs €29 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Espoo and Helsinki?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Lommila and arriving at Hanken. Services depart every 30 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

Is there a direct train between Espoo and Helsinki?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Espoo and arriving at Helsinki. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 26 min.

How far is it from Espoo to Helsinki?

The distance between Espoo and Helsinki is 18 km. The road distance is 19.2 km.

How do I travel from Espoo to Helsinki without a car?

The best way to get from Espoo to Helsinki without a car is to bus which takes 26 min and costs €3 - €6.

How long does it take to get from Espoo to Helsinki?

The bus from Lommila to Hanken takes 26 min including transfers and departs every 30 minutes.

Where do I catch the Espoo to Helsinki bus from?

Espoo to Helsinki bus services, operated by Koiviston Auto, depart from Lommila station.

Where do I catch the Espoo to Helsinki train from?

Espoo to Helsinki train services, operated by HSL, depart from Espoo station.

Train or bus from Espoo to Helsinki?

The best way to get from Espoo to Helsinki is to bus which takes 26 min and costs €3 - €6. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €3 - €14 and takes 26 min.

Where does the Espoo to Helsinki bus arrive?

Espoo to Helsinki bus services, operated by Koiviston Auto, arrive at Hanken station.

Where does the Espoo to Helsinki train arrive?

Espoo to Helsinki train services, operated by HSL, arrive at Helsinki station.

Can I drive from Espoo to Helsinki?

Yes, the driving distance between Espoo to Helsinki is 19 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Espoo to Helsinki.

Where can I stay near Helsinki?

There are 1333+ hotels available in Helsinki.

Espoo to Helsinki - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, taxi, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Espoo to Helsinki by bus, train, taxi, or car

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Espoo to Helsinki by bus

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Distance: 17.7 km
Duration: 26 min

What companies run services between Espoo, Finland and Helsinki, Finland?

Koiviston Auto operates a bus from Lommila to Hanken hourly. Tickets cost €4–5 and the journey takes 26 min. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, HSL operates a train from Espoo to Helsinki every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 26 min. Finnish Railways (VR) also services this route every 30 minutes.

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