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

The cheapest way to get from Kuopio to Kotka is to Bus which costs €24 - €35 and takes 6h 35m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuopio to Kotka is to drive which takes 3h 53m and costs €55 - €85.

Is there a direct bus between Kuopio and Kotka?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuopio station to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Kuopio, Bus Station and arriving at Kotka via Heinola Kaivokatu and Lahti. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Kuopio and Kotka?

No, there is no direct train from Kuopio to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Kuopio and arriving at Kotka via Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 36m.

How far is it from Kuopio to Kotka?

The distance between Kuopio and Kotka is 316 km. The road distance is 318 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuopio to Kotka without a car is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €30 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 36m to get from Kuopio to Kotka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Kotka bus from?

Kuopio to Kotka bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Kuopio, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Kotka train from?

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

Train or bus from Kuopio to Kotka?

The best way to get from Kuopio to Kotka is to train which takes 4h 36m and costs €30 - €50. Alternatively, you can Bus, which costs €24 - €35 and takes 6h 35m.

Where does the Kuopio to Kotka bus arrive?

Kuopio to Kotka bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Heinola, Kaivokatu Station.

Where does the Kuopio to Kotka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kuopio to Kotka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuopio to Kotka is 318 km. It takes approximately 3h 53m to drive from Kuopio to Kotka.

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

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Where can I stay near Kotka?

There are 120+ hotels available in Kotka.

Kuopio to Kotka - 4 ways to travel via train, Bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Kuopio to Kotka 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 KouvolaIc 70 / ...
2. Take the train from Kouvola to KotkaO
4h 36m
€32–50
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kuopio, Bus Station to Heinola, Kaivokatu StationN1206
2. Take the bus from Lahti to KotkaOb37
6h 35m
€24–34
Drive 318 km
1. Drive from Kuopio to Kotka318 km
3h 53m
€58–84
Fly, train
1. Fly from Kuopio (KUO) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)KUO - HEL
2. Take the train from Tikkurila to Kouvola
3. Take the train from Kouvola to Kotka
6h 35m
€96–171

Kuopio to Kotka by train

46Weekly Trains

4h 36mAverage Duration

€32Cheapest Price

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Distance: 315.5 km
Duration: 4h 36m

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

You can take a train from Kuopio to Kotka via Kouvola in around 4h 36m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kuopio, Bus Station to Kotka via Heinola Kaivokatu and Lahti in around 6h 35m.

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