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

The cheapest way to get from Espoo to Kotka is to line 213 bus and bus which costs €13 - €18 and takes 3h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Espoo to Kotka is to drive which takes 1h 35m and costs €27 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Espoo and Kotka?

No, there is no direct bus from Espoo to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Espoon asema and arriving at Kotka via Helsinki Kamppi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 23m.

Is there a direct train between Espoo and Kotka?

No, there is no direct train from Espoo to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Espoo and arriving at Kotka via Pasila and Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 35m.

How far is it from Espoo to Kotka?

The distance between Espoo and Kotka is 176 km. The road distance is 146.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Espoo to Kotka without a car is to line 213 bus and bus which takes 3h 23m and costs €13 - €18.

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

It takes approximately 3h 23m to get from Espoo to Kotka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Espoo to Kotka bus from?

Espoo to Kotka bus services, operated by HSL, depart from Espoon asema station.

Where do I catch the Espoo to Kotka train from?

Espoo to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Pasila station.

Train or bus from Espoo to Kotka?

The best way to get from Espoo to Kotka is to line 213 bus and bus which takes 3h 23m and costs €13 - €18. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €23 - €50 and takes 4h 35m.

Where does the Espoo to Kotka bus arrive?

Espoo to Kotka bus services, operated by HSL, arrive at Kamppi, tulo station.

Where does the Espoo to Kotka train arrive?

Espoo to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Kouvola station.

Can I drive from Espoo to Kotka?

Yes, the driving distance between Espoo to Kotka is 147 km. It takes approximately 1h 35m to drive from Espoo to Kotka.

Where can I stay near Kotka?

There are 120+ hotels available in Kotka.

Espoo to Kotka - 3 ways to travel via train, line 213 bus, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Espoo to Kotka by bus, train, or car

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Line 213 bus, bus
best
1. Take the bus from Espoon asema to Kamppi, tulo118N / ...
2. Take the bus from Helsinki Kamppi to KotkaOb7
3h 23m
€13–18
Train
1. Take the train from Pasila to KouvolaZ / ...
2. Take the train from Kouvola to KotkaO
4h 35m
€23–46
Drive 146.9 km
1. Drive from Espoo to Kotka146.9 km
1h 35m
€27–39

Espoo to Kotka by train

70Weekly Trains

4h 35mAverage Duration

€23Cheapest Price

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Distance: 175.9 km
Duration: 3h 23m

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

You can take a bus from Espoon asema to Kotka via Kamppi, tulo and Helsinki Kamppi in around 3h 23m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Espoo to Kotka via Pasila and Kouvola in around 4h 35m.

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