What is the cheapest way to get from Saimaa to Vaasa?

The cheapest way to get from Saimaa to Vaasa is to train which costs €85 - €160 and takes 9h 12m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saimaa to Vaasa?

The fastest way to get from Saimaa to Vaasa is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs €85 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Saimaa and Vaasa?

No, there is no direct bus from Saimaa to Vaasa. However, there are services departing from UPM pääportti L and arriving at Vaasanpuistikko / matkakeskus P via Keskussairaala th L, Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 2 and Kokkola Linja-autoasema. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 58m.

Is there a direct train between Saimaa and Vaasa?

No, there is no direct train from Saimaa to Vaasa. However, there are services departing from Savonlinna and arriving at Vaasa via Parikkala and Tikkurila. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 12m.

How far is it from Saimaa to Vaasa?

The distance between Saimaa and Vaasa is 787 km.

How do I travel from Saimaa to Vaasa without a car?

The best way to get from Saimaa to Vaasa without a car is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs €85 - €160.

How long does it take to get from Saimaa to Vaasa?

It takes approximately 9h 12m to get from Saimaa to Vaasa, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Saimaa to Vaasa bus from?

Saimaa to Vaasa bus services, operated by Linja-autoliike S Kosonen Oy, depart from Keskussairaala th L station.

Where do I catch the Saimaa to Vaasa train from?

Saimaa to Vaasa train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Savonlinna station.

Train or bus from Saimaa to Vaasa?

The best way to get from Saimaa to Vaasa is to train which takes 9h 12m and costs €85 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs and takes 12h 58m.

Where does the Saimaa to Vaasa bus arrive?

Saimaa to Vaasa bus services, operated by Linja-autoliike S Kosonen Oy, arrive at Tulo station.

Where does the Saimaa to Vaasa train arrive?

Saimaa to Vaasa train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Parikkala station.

How do I get a train ticket from Saimaa to Vaasa?

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Saimaa to Vaasa - 3 ways to travel via train, and bus

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There are 3 ways to get from Saimaa to Vaasa by train or bus

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1. Take the train from Savonlinna to Parikkalatrain
2. Take the train from Parikkala to Tikkurilatrain S 4 / ...
3. Take the train from Tikkurila to Vaasatrain
9h 12m
€86–155
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Keskussairaala th L to Tulobus K13
2. Take the train from Jyväskylä to Seinäjokitrain
3. Take the train from Seinäjoki to Vaasatrain
10h 39m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Keskussairaala th L to Tulobus K13
2. Take the bus from Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 2 to Tulobus
3. Take the bus from Kokkola Linja-autoasema to Vaasanpuistikko / matkakeskus Pbus 240 / ...
12h 58m

Saimaa to Vaasa by train

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9h 12mAverage Duration

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Distance: 787.3 km
Duration: 9h 12m

What companies run services between Saimaa, Finland and Vaasa, Finland?

You can take a train from Savonlinna to Vaasa via Parikkala and Tikkurila in around 9h 12m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Savonlinna to Vaasanpuistikko / matkakeskus P via Pääskylahti, UPM pääportti L, K-market Hernemäki P, Keskussairaala th L, Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 2, and Kokkola Linja-autoasema in around 12h 58m.

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