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

The cheapest way to get from Imatra to Kotka is to train which costs €14 - €26 and takes 3h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Imatra to Kotka is to drive which takes 1h 49m and costs €26 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Imatra and Kotka?

No, there is no direct bus from Imatra to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Saareksiinmäki L and arriving at Kauppatori Keskuskatu via Oikokatu I, Lappeenranta, Tulolaituri and Karhula Y. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 12m.

How far is it from Imatra to Kotka?

The distance between Imatra and Kotka is 177 km. The road distance is 143.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Imatra to Kotka without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs €14 - €26.

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

It takes approximately 3h 59m to get from Imatra to Kotka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Imatra to Kotka bus from?

Imatra to Kotka bus services, operated by Kymen Charterline Oy, depart from Saareksiinmäki L station.

Train or bus from Imatra to Kotka?

The best way to get from Imatra to Kotka is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs €14 - €26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 4h 12m.

Where does the Imatra to Kotka bus arrive?

Imatra to Kotka bus services, operated by Kymen Charterline Oy, arrive at Oikokatu L station.

Can I drive from Imatra to Kotka?

Yes, the driving distance between Imatra to Kotka is 144 km. It takes approximately 1h 49m to drive from Imatra to Kotka.

Where can I stay near Kotka?

There are 115+ hotels available in Kotka.

Imatra to Kotka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and line 1 bus

There are 4 ways to get from Imatra to Kotka by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Imatra to Kouvolatrain Ic 8 / ...
2. Take the train from Kouvola to Kotkatrain O
3h 59m
€15–25
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saareksiinmäki L to Oikokatu Lbus 100 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lappeenranta, Tulolaituri to Karhula ramppi Lbus Ob6
4h 12m
Drive 143.5 km
1. Drive from Imatra to Kotkacar 143.5 km
1h 49m
€27–38
Bus, line 1 bus
1. Take the bus from Saareksiinmäki L to Matkakeskusbus 112
2. Take the bus from Lappeenranta, Tulolaituri to Hamina linja-autoasema, 2bus Ob6
3. Take the bus from Hamina linja-autoasema to Kauppatori Keskuskatubus 1
4h 51m

Imatra to Kotka by bus and train

59Weekly Services

3h 59mAverage Duration

€15Cheapest Price

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Distance: 177.1 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

You can take a bus from Saareksiinmäki I to Kotka via Imatran keskusliikenneasema I, Imatra, and Kouvola in around 3h 59m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Saareksiinmäki L to Kauppatori Keskuskatu via Oikokatu I, Matkakeskus, Lappeenranta, Tulolaituri, Karhula ramppi L, and Karhula Y in around 4h 12m.

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