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

The cheapest way to get from Savonlinna to Kotka is to bus which costs €22 - €35 and takes 6h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Savonlinna to Kotka is to drive which takes 3h 21m and costs €45 - €70.

Is there a direct bus between Savonlinna and Kotka?

No, there is no direct bus from Savonlinna to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Savonlinna and arriving at Kotka via Lahti. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Savonlinna and Kotka?

No, there is no direct train from Savonlinna to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Savonlinna and arriving at Kotka via Parikkala and Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 21m.

How far is it from Savonlinna to Kotka?

The distance between Savonlinna and Kotka is 266 km. The road distance is 260 km.

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

The best way to get from Savonlinna to Kotka without a car is to bus and train which takes 5h 19m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 5h 19m to get from Savonlinna to Kotka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Savonlinna to Kotka bus from?

Savonlinna to Kotka bus services, operated by Onni Bus, depart from Savonlinna station.

Where do I catch the Savonlinna to Kotka train from?

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

Train or bus from Savonlinna to Kotka?

The best way to get from Savonlinna to Kotka is to bus which takes 6h 4m and costs €22 - €35. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €29 - €50 and takes 5h 21m.

Where does the Savonlinna to Kotka bus arrive?

Savonlinna to Kotka bus services, operated by Onni Bus, arrive at Lahti station.

Where does the Savonlinna to Kotka train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Savonlinna to Kotka?

Yes, the driving distance between Savonlinna to Kotka is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 21m to drive from Savonlinna to Kotka.

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

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Where can I stay near Kotka?

There are 117+ hotels available in Kotka.

Savonlinna to Kotka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Savonlinna 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, train
best
1. Take the bus from Neitsytkatu L to Mikkeli Matkakeskus, saapuvat
2. Take the train from Mikkeli to Kouvola
3. Take the train from Kouvola to KotkaO
5h 19m
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Savonlinna to LahtiOb54
2. Take the bus from Lahti to KotkaOb37
6h 4m
€23–32
Drive 260 km
1. Drive from Savonlinna to Kotka260 km
3h 21m
€47–68
Train
1. Take the train from Savonlinna to Parikkala
2. Take the train from Parikkala to KouvolaS 4 / ...
3. Take the train from Kouvola to KotkaO
5h 21m
€29–48

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Savonlinna to Kotka.

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Distance: 266.4 km
Duration: 5h 19m

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

You can take a bus from Savonlinna to Kotka via Lahti in around 6h 4m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Savonlinna to Kotka via Parikkala and Kouvola in around 5h 21m.

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