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

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Espoo is to drive which costs €3 - €6 and takes 21 min.

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

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

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Espoo?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Hki linja-autoasema, 29 and arriving at Lommila. Services depart every 20 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 25 min.

Is there a direct train between Helsinki and Espoo?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helsinki and arriving at Espoo. Services depart every 15 minutes, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 24 min.

How far is it from Helsinki to Espoo?

The distance between Helsinki and Espoo is 19 km. The road distance is 19.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Helsinki to Espoo without a car is to train which takes 24 min and costs €3 - €14.

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

The train from Helsinki to Espoo takes 24 min including transfers and departs every 15 minutes.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Espoo bus from?

Helsinki to Espoo bus services, operated by J. Vainion Liikenne Oy, depart from Hki linja-autoasema, 29 station.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Espoo train from?

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

Train or bus from Helsinki to Espoo?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Espoo is to train which takes 24 min and costs €3 - €14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €3 - €7 and takes 25 min.

Where does the Helsinki to Espoo bus arrive?

Helsinki to Espoo bus services, operated by J. Vainion Liikenne Oy, arrive at Lommila station.

Where does the Helsinki to Espoo train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helsinki to Espoo?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki to Espoo is 20 km. It takes approximately 21 min to drive from Helsinki to Espoo.

Where can I stay near Espoo?

There are 1290+ hotels available in Espoo.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helsinki to Espootrain U / ...
24 min
€3–14
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hki linja-autoasema, 29 to Lommilabus Helsinki - Lohja - Virkkalanristi
25 min
€3–7
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Helsinki to Espootaxi 19.5 km
21 min
€29–35
Drive 19.5 km
1. Drive from Helsinki to Espoocar 19.5 km
21 min
€4–6

Helsinki to Espoo by train

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Distance: 18.9 km
Duration: 24 min

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

HSL operates a train from Helsinki to Espoo every 20 minutes. Tickets cost €3 and the journey takes 24 min. Finnish Railways (VR) also services this route every 30 minutes. Alternatively, J. Vainion Liikenne Oy operates a bus from Hki linja-autoasema, 29 to Lommila every 30 minutes, and the journey takes 25 min. Five other operators also service this route.

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