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

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Saimaa is to bus which costs €20 - €28 and takes 6h 37m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Saimaa is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €45 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Saimaa?

No, there is no direct bus from Helsinki to Saimaa. However, there are services departing from 29 and arriving at UPM pääportti I via Linja-autoasema I. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 37m.

Is there a direct train between Helsinki and Saimaa?

No, there is no direct train from Helsinki to Saimaa. However, there are services departing from Helsinki and arriving at Savonlinna via Parikkala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Saimaa?

The distance between Helsinki and Saimaa is 401 km.

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

The best way to get from Helsinki to Saimaa without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €45 - €80.

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

It takes approximately 5h 10m to get from Helsinki to Saimaa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Saimaa bus from?

Helsinki to Saimaa bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from 29 station.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Saimaa train from?

Helsinki to Saimaa train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki station.

Train or bus from Helsinki to Saimaa?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Saimaa is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €45 - €80. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €28 and takes 6h 37m.

Where does the Helsinki to Saimaa bus arrive?

Helsinki to Saimaa bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at Tulo station.

Where does the Helsinki to Saimaa train arrive?

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

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

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Where can I stay near Saimaa?

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There are 2 ways to get from Helsinki to Saimaa by train or bus

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helsinki to Parikkalatrain Ic 5 / ...
2. Take the train from Parikkala to Savonlinnatrain Hdm 747 / ...
5h 10m
€48–77
Bus
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1. Take the bus from 29 to Tulobus Ob54
6h 37m
€21–28

Helsinki to Saimaa by train

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5h 10mAverage Duration

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Distance: 401 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

You can take a train from Helsinki to Savonlinna via Parikkala in around 5h 10m. Alternatively, OnniBus operates a bus from 29 to Tulo twice daily. Tickets cost €19–27 and the journey takes 4h 45m.

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