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

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Kuopio is to bus which costs €9 - €30 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Kuopio is to fly which takes 3h 57m and costs €70 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Kuopio?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 29 and arriving at Tulo. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Helsinki and Kuopio?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helsinki Central Station station and arriving at Kuopio. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Kuopio?

The distance between Helsinki and Kuopio is 427 km. The road distance is 381.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Helsinki to Kuopio without a car is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs €21 - €70.

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

The train from Helsinki Central to Kuopio takes 4h 15m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Kuopio bus from?

Helsinki to Kuopio bus services, operated by Onni Bus, depart from 29 station.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Kuopio train from?

Helsinki to Kuopio train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Helsinki to Kuopio?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Kuopio is to train which takes 4h 15m and costs €21 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €9 - €30 and takes 5h 25m, you could also fly, which costs €70 - €130 and takes 3h 57m.

Where does the Helsinki to Kuopio bus arrive?

Helsinki to Kuopio bus services, operated by Onni Bus, arrive at Tulo station.

Where does the Helsinki to Kuopio train arrive?

Helsinki to Kuopio train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Kuopio station.

Can I drive from Helsinki to Kuopio?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki to Kuopio is 381 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Helsinki to Kuopio.

How do I get a train ticket from Helsinki to Kuopio?

Book your Helsinki to Kuopio train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Helsinki to Kuopio?

Book your Helsinki to Kuopio bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kuopio?

There are 180+ hotels available in Kuopio.

Helsinki to Kuopio - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Helsinki to Kuopio by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Kuopiotrain Ic 63 / ...
4h 15m
€21–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 29 to Tulobus Ob5
5h 25m
€9–30
Drive 381.2 km
1. Drive from Helsinki to Kuopiocar 381.2 km
4h 26m
€68–99
Fly to Kuopio
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kuopio (KUO)plane HEL - KUO
3h 57m
€71–126
Fly to Joensuu Airport, bus
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Joensuu Airport (JOE)plane HEL - JOE
2. Take the bus from Kauppatori L to Tulobus
6h 51m
€136–271

Helsinki to Kuopio by train

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4h 15mAverage Duration

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Distance: 427.4 km
Duration: 4h 15m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Helsinki Central Station to Kuopio once daily. Tickets cost €21–70 and the journey takes 4h 15m. Alternatively, Onni Bus operates a bus from 29 to Tulo every 3 hours. Tickets cost €3–30 and the journey takes 5h 25m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day.

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