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

The cheapest way to get from Kitee to Helsinki is to bus via Savonlinna which costs €35 - €45 and takes 7h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kitee to Helsinki is to drive which takes 4h 43m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Kitee and Helsinki?

No, there is no direct bus from Kitee to Helsinki. However, there are services departing from Hovintie P and arriving at 30-35 via T. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 4m.

How far is it from Kitee to Helsinki?

The distance between Kitee and Helsinki is 425 km. The road distance is 399 km.

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

The best way to get from Kitee to Helsinki without a car is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €35 - €60.

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

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

Where do I catch the Kitee to Helsinki bus from?

Kitee to Helsinki bus services, operated by Savonlinja Oy, depart from Hovintie P station.

Train or bus from Kitee to Helsinki?

The best way to get from Kitee to Helsinki is to train which takes 5h 10m and costs €35 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus via Savonlinna, which costs €35 - €45 and takes 7h 4m.

Where does the Kitee to Helsinki bus arrive?

Kitee to Helsinki bus services, operated by Savonlinja Oy, arrive at T station.

Can I drive from Kitee to Helsinki?

Yes, the driving distance between Kitee to Helsinki is 399 km. It takes approximately 4h 43m to drive from Kitee to Helsinki.

Where can I stay near Helsinki?

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Kitee to Helsinki - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Kitee to Helsinki by train, bus, car, or plane

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 Kitee to Helsinkitrain Ic 8 / ...
5h 10m
€39–60
Bus via Savonlinna
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Hovintie P to Tbus Joensuu - Kitee - Savonlinna / ...
2. Take the bus from T to 30-35bus Ob54
7h 4m
€35–45
Drive 399 km
1. Drive from Kitee to Helsinkicar 399 km
4h 43m
€73–105
Bus to Joensuu Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Hovintie L to Joensuubus
2. Fly from Joensuu Airport (JOE) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane JOE - HEL
5h 33m
€136–274
Bus
1. Take the bus from Hovintie L to Joensuubus 500 / ...
2. Take the bus from Joensuu, Bus station to Helsinki, Bus Stationbus N1206 / ...
10h 33m
€50–76
Bus to Savonlinna Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Hovintie P to Pitkäsilta Lbus
2. Fly from Savonlinna Airport (SVL) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane SVL - HEL
5h 36m
€171–189

Kitee to Helsinki by bus and train

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Distance: 424.5 km
Duration: 5h 10m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Kitee to Helsinki every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–55 and the journey takes 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Hovintie P to 30-35 via T in around 7h 4m.

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