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

The cheapest way to get from Otava to Helsinki is to bus which costs €14 - €19 and takes 2h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Otava to Helsinki is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €35 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Otava and Helsinki?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Otava pikavuoro L and arriving at 30-35. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 50m.

How far is it from Otava to Helsinki?

The distance between Otava and Helsinki is 232 km. The road distance is 217.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Otava to Helsinki without a car is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs €14 - €19.

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

The bus from Otava pikavuoro L to 30-35 takes 2h 50m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Otava to Helsinki bus from?

Otava to Helsinki bus services, operated by Onni Bus, depart from Otava pikavuoro L station.

Train or bus from Otava to Helsinki?

The best way to get from Otava to Helsinki is to bus which takes 2h 50m and costs €14 - €19. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €40 and takes 3h 52m.

Where does the Otava to Helsinki bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otava to Helsinki?

Yes, the driving distance between Otava to Helsinki is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Otava to Helsinki.

Where can I stay near Helsinki?

There are 1343+ hotels available in Helsinki.

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

There are 5 ways to get from Otava to Helsinki by bus, train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Otava pikavuoro L to 30-35bus Ob54
2h 50m
€14–19
Train
1. Take the train from Mikkeli to Helsinkitrain Ic 62 / ...
3h 52m
€26–40
Drive 217.5 km
1. Drive from Otava to Helsinkicar 217.5 km
2h 18m
€40–57
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Otava to Lahtibus Ob54
2. Take the train from Lahti to Helsinkitrain Z / ...
3h 10m
€24–34
Train via Helsinki Central
1. Take the train from Mikkeli to Helsinki Central Stationtrain Ic 68 / ...
4h 4m
€26–40

Otava to Helsinki by bus

12Weekly Buses

2h 50mAverage Duration

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Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Otava to Helsinki.

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Distance: 231.9 km
Duration: 2h 50m

What companies run services between Otava, South Savo, Finland and Helsinki, Finland?

Onni Bus operates a bus from Otava pikavuoro L to 30-35 twice daily. Tickets cost €14–19 and the journey takes 2h 50m. Alternatively, Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Mikkeli to Helsinki twice a week. Tickets cost €26–40 and the journey takes 2h 35m.

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