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

The cheapest way to get from Kuopio to Helsinki is to bus which costs €10 - €30 and takes 5h 25m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuopio to Helsinki is to fly which takes 2h 56m and costs €75 - €130.

Is there a direct bus between Kuopio and Helsinki?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Kuopio Linja-autoasema 5 and arriving at 30-35. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kuopio and Helsinki?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kuopio and arriving at Helsinki. Services depart six times a week, and operate Monday to Saturday. The journey takes approximately 4h 18m.

How far is it from Kuopio to Helsinki?

The distance between Kuopio and Helsinki is 427 km. The road distance is 381.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuopio to Helsinki without a car is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs €23 - €70.

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

The train from Kuopio to Helsinki takes 4h 18m including transfers and departs six times a week.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Helsinki bus from?

Kuopio to Helsinki bus services, operated by Onni Bus, depart from Kuopio Linja-autoasema 5 station.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Helsinki train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kuopio to Helsinki?

The best way to get from Kuopio to Helsinki is to train which takes 4h 18m and costs €23 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €10 - €30 and takes 5h 25m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €130 and takes 2h 56m.

Where does the Kuopio to Helsinki bus arrive?

Kuopio to Helsinki bus services, operated by Onni Bus, arrive at 30-35 station.

Where does the Kuopio to Helsinki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kuopio to Helsinki?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuopio to Helsinki is 381 km. It takes approximately 4h 26m to drive from Kuopio to Helsinki.

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

Book your Kuopio to Helsinki train tickets online with Omio.

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

Book your Kuopio to Helsinki bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Kuopio to Helsinki - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Kuopio 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 Kuopio to Helsinkitrain S 64
4h 18m
€23–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kuopio Linja-autoasema 5 to 30-35bus Ob5
5h 25m
€10–30
Drive 381.1 km
1. Drive from Kuopio to Helsinkicar 381.1 km
4h 26m
€68–99
Fly
1. Fly from Kuopio (KUO) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane KUO - HEL
2h 56m
€78–128
Train via Tikkurila
1. Take the train from Kuopio to Tikkurilatrain Ic 68 / ...
5h 2m
€34–82

Kuopio to Helsinki by train

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4h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 426.9 km
Duration: 4h 18m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Kuopio to Helsinki 6 times a week. Tickets cost €23–70 and the journey takes 4h 18m. Alternatively, Onni Bus operates a bus from Kuopio Linja-autoasema 5 to 30-35 4 times a day. Tickets cost €22–30 and the journey takes 5h 25m. FlixBus also services this route 3 times a day.

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