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

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Turku is to bus which costs €11 - €16 and takes 2h 6m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Turku is to drive which takes 1h 46m and costs €29 - €45.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Turku?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 29 and arriving at Tuomiokirkkotori. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 6m.

Is there a direct ferry between Helsinki and Turku?

No, there is no direct ferry from Helsinki to Turku. However, there are services departing from Helsinki and arriving at Port of Turku via Mariehamn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 6m.

Is there a direct train between Helsinki and Turku?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helsinki and arriving at Turku. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 3m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Turku?

The distance between Helsinki and Turku is 188 km. The road distance is 164.2 km.

How do I get a ferry ticket from Helsinki to Turku?

Book your Helsinki to Turku ferry tickets online with Omio.

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

The best way to get from Helsinki to Turku without a car is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €22 - €40.

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

The train from Helsinki to Turku takes 2h 3m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Turku bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Turku train from?

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

Train or bus from Helsinki to Turku?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Turku is to train which takes 2h 3m and costs €22 - €40. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €11 - €16 and takes 2h 6m.

Where does the Helsinki to Turku bus arrive?

Helsinki to Turku bus services, operated by Onni Bus, arrive at Tuomiokirkkotori station.

Where does the Helsinki to Turku train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helsinki to Turku?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki to Turku is 164 km. It takes approximately 1h 46m to drive from Helsinki to Turku.

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

Book your Helsinki to Turku train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Helsinki to Turku bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Turku?

There are 428+ hotels available in Turku.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Helsinki to Turku by train, bus, car ferry, 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 to Turkutrain Ic 941 / ...
2h 3m
€22–40
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 29 to Tuomiokirkkotoribus Ob11 / ...
2h 6m
€11–16
Car ferry
1. Take the car ferry from Helsinki to Mariehamncarferry
2. Take the car ferry from Mariehamn to Port of Turkucarferry
13h 6m
€101–179
Drive 164.2 km
1. Drive from Helsinki to Turkucar 164.2 km
1h 46m
€30–43

Helsinki to Turku by train

46Weekly Trains

2h 3mAverage Duration

€22Cheapest Price

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Distance: 188.3 km
Duration: 2h 3m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Helsinki to Turku every 4 hours. Tickets cost €22–40 and the journey takes 2h 3m. Alternatively, Onni Bus operates a bus from 29 to Tuomiokirkkotori hourly. Tickets cost €11–16 and the journey takes 2h 6m.

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