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

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Imatra is to bus which costs €8 - €15 and takes 4h 23m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Imatra is to drive which takes 2h 58m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Imatra?

No, there is no direct bus from Helsinki station to Imatra. However, there are services departing from Helsinki, Bus Station and arriving at Saareksiinmäki I via Joutseno linja-autoasema. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 23m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Imatra?

The distance between Helsinki and Imatra is 287 km. The road distance is 256.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Helsinki to Imatra without a car is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €24 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 19m to get from Helsinki to Imatra, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Imatra bus from?

Helsinki to Imatra bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Helsinki, Bus Station.

Train or bus from Helsinki to Imatra?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Imatra is to train which takes 3h 19m and costs €24 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €8 - €15 and takes 4h 23m.

Where does the Helsinki to Imatra bus arrive?

Helsinki to Imatra bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Joutseno, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Helsinki to Imatra?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki to Imatra is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 58m to drive from Helsinki to Imatra.

Where can I stay near Imatra?

There are 86+ hotels available in Imatra.

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

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

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Helsinki Central Station to ImatraIc 5 / ...
3h 19m
€24–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Helsinki, Bus Station to Joutseno, Bus Station1211
4h 23m
€8–15
Drive 256.6 km
1. Drive from Helsinki to Imatra256.6 km
2h 58m
€47–68
Bus via Lappeenranta
1. Take the bus from Helsinki Kamppi to Lappeenranta matkakeskusOb6
5h 6m
€16–24

Helsinki to Imatra by train and bus

60Weekly Services

3h 19mAverage Duration

€24Cheapest Price

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Distance: 287 km
Duration: 3h 19m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Helsinki Central Station to Imatra every 3 hours. Tickets cost €24–50 and the journey takes 2h 38m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Helsinki, Bus Station to Joutseno, Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €8–15 and the journey takes 3h 17m.

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