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

The cheapest way to get from Imatra to Helsinki is to Bus which costs €10 - €21 and takes 4h 44m.

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

The fastest way to get from Imatra to Helsinki is to drive which takes 2h 59m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Imatra and Helsinki?

No, there is no direct bus from Imatra to Helsinki station. However, there are services departing from Saareksiinmäki I and arriving at Helsinki Bus Station via Imatra Central Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 44m.

How far is it from Imatra to Helsinki?

The distance between Imatra and Helsinki is 289 km. The road distance is 257.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Imatra to Helsinki without a car is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €11 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 3h 44m to get from Imatra to Helsinki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Imatra to Helsinki bus from?

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

Train or bus from Imatra to Helsinki?

The best way to get from Imatra to Helsinki is to train which takes 3h 44m and costs €11 - €50. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs €10 - €21 and takes 4h 44m.

Where does the Imatra to Helsinki bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Imatra to Helsinki?

Yes, the driving distance between Imatra to Helsinki is 257 km. It takes approximately 2h 59m to drive from Imatra to Helsinki.

Where can I stay near Helsinki?

There are 1337+ hotels available in Helsinki.

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

There are 4 ways to get from Imatra to Helsinki 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 Imatra to Helsinki Central StationIc 8 / ...
3h 44m
€11–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Imatra Central Station to Helsinki Bus Station1211
4h 44m
€10–21
Drive 257.1 km
1. Drive from Imatra to Helsinki257.1 km
2h 59m
€47–67
Bus via Lappeenranta
1. Take the bus from Lappeenranta, Tulolaituri to Hki linja-autoasema, 30-35Ob6
5h 19m
€16–24

Imatra to Helsinki by bus and train

57Weekly Services

3h 44mAverage Duration

€11Cheapest Price

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Distance: 288.8 km
Duration: 3h 44m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Imatra to Helsinki Central Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €11–50 and the journey takes 2h 35m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Imatra Central Station to Helsinki Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €10–21 and the journey takes 3h 35m.

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