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 €19 - €28 and takes 5h 21m.

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. However, there are services departing from Saareksiinmäki L and arriving at Helsinki Kamppi via Oikokatu I and Lappeenranta matkakeskus. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Imatra to Helsinki?

The distance between Imatra and Helsinki is 286 km. The road distance is 257.2 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 35m and costs €35 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 3h 35m 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 Onni Bus, depart from Lappeenranta matkakeskus station.

Train or bus from Imatra to Helsinki?

The best way to get from Imatra to Helsinki is to train which takes 3h 35m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €19 - €28 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Imatra to Helsinki bus arrive?

Imatra to Helsinki bus services, operated by Onni Bus, arrive at Helsinki Kamppi 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 443+ 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 Helsinkitrain Ic 12 / ...
3h 35m
€35–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Lappeenranta matkakeskus to Helsinki Kamppibus Ob6
5h 21m
€19–27
Drive 257.2 km
1. Drive from Imatra to Helsinkicar 257.2 km
2h 59m
€47–67
Train via Esterinkatu 21
1. Take the train from Imatra to Helsinki Central Stationtrain Ic 102 / ...
3h 47m
€35–65

Imatra to Helsinki by bus and train

12Weekly Services

3h 35mAverage Duration

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Distance: 286.2 km
Duration: 3h 35m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Imatra to Helsinki twice daily. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 2h 27m. Alternatively, Onni Bus operates a bus from Lappeenranta matkakeskus to Helsinki Kamppi 3 times a day. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 3h 10m.

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