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

The cheapest way to get from Salo to Kotka is to bus which costs €19 - €28 and takes 4h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Salo to Kotka is to drive which takes 2h 32m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Salo and Kotka?

No, there is no direct bus from Salo to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Kaupungintalo L and arriving at Kotka via Helsinki Ooppera. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 8m.

Is there a direct train between Salo and Kotka?

No, there is no direct train from Salo to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Salo and arriving at Kotka via Pasila and Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 8m.

How far is it from Salo to Kotka?

The distance between Salo and Kotka is 269 km. The road distance is 241.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Salo to Kotka without a car is to bus via Helsinki which takes 4h 8m and costs €35 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 8m to get from Salo to Kotka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Salo to Kotka bus from?

Salo to Kotka bus services, operated by Vainio, depart from Kaupungintalo L station.

Where do I catch the Salo to Kotka train from?

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

Train or bus from Salo to Kotka?

The best way to get from Salo to Kotka is to bus via Helsinki which takes 4h 8m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €28 - €55 and takes 5h 8m.

Where does the Salo to Kotka bus arrive?

Salo to Kotka bus services, operated by Vainio, arrive at Töölön kisahalli station.

Where does the Salo to Kotka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Salo to Kotka?

Yes, the driving distance between Salo to Kotka is 242 km. It takes approximately 2h 32m to drive from Salo to Kotka.

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

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Where can I stay near Kotka?

There are 118+ hotels available in Kotka.

Salo to Kotka - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Salo to Kotka 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 via Helsinki
best
1. Take the bus from Kaupungintalo L to Töölön kisahalliKasnäs - Taalintehdas - Salo - Helsinki
2. Take the bus from Helsinki Ooppera to KotkaOb7
4h 8m
€35–49
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Salo to Helsinki KamppiOb12 / ...
2. Take the bus from Helsinki Kamppi to KotkaOb7
4h 27m
€19–28
Train
1. Take the train from Salo to Pasila
2. Take the train from Pasila to KouvolaZ / ...
3. Take the train from Kouvola to KotkaO
5h 8m
€29–52
Drive 241.6 km
1. Drive from Salo to Kotka241.6 km
2h 32m
€44–63
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Salo to Helsinki Central StationS 946 / ...
2. Take the bus from Helsinki Kamppi to KotkaOb7
4h 21m
€21–37

Salo to Kotka by train

60Weekly Trains

5h 8mAverage Duration

€29Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 269.1 km
Duration: 4h 8m

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

You can take a bus from Kaupungintalo L to Kotka via Töölön kisahalli and Helsinki Ooppera in around 4h 8m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Salo to Kotka via Pasila and Kouvola in around 5h 8m.

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