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

The cheapest way to get from Vaasa to Helsinki is to bus via Tampere which costs €25 - €45 and takes 6h 15m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vaasa to Helsinki is to fly which takes 3h 6m and costs €85 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Vaasa and Helsinki?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vaasa, Bus Station station and arriving at Helsinki, Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Vaasa and Helsinki?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vaasa and arriving at Helsinki. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 54m.

How far is it from Vaasa to Helsinki?

The distance between Vaasa and Helsinki is 415 km. The road distance is 420.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Vaasa to Helsinki without a car is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs €35 - €50.

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

The train from Vaasa to Helsinki takes 3h 54m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Vaasa to Helsinki bus from?

Vaasa to Helsinki bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vaasa, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Vaasa to Helsinki train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Vaasa to Helsinki?

The best way to get from Vaasa to Helsinki is to train which takes 3h 54m and costs €35 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus via Tampere, which costs €25 - €45 and takes 6h 15m, you could also fly, which costs €85 - €210 and takes 3h 6m.

Where does the Vaasa to Helsinki bus arrive?

Vaasa to Helsinki bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Tampere, Bus Station.

Where does the Vaasa to Helsinki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Vaasa to Helsinki?

Yes, the driving distance between Vaasa to Helsinki is 420 km. It takes approximately 4h 50m to drive from Vaasa to Helsinki.

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

Book your Vaasa to Helsinki train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Vaasa to Helsinki?

Book your Vaasa to Helsinki bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

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Vaasa to Helsinki - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Vaasa to Helsinki 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 Vaasa to Helsinkitrain Ic 50 / ...
3h 54m
€35–50
Bus via Tampere
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vaasa, Bus Station to Tampere, Bus Stationbus 1208
2. Take the bus from 3 to 30-35bus Lux3 / ...
6h 15m
€26–44
Drive 420.2 km
1. Drive from Vaasa to Helsinkicar 420.2 km
4h 50m
€76–109
Fly from Vaasa Airport
1. Fly from Vaasa Airport (VAA) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane VAA - HEL
3h 6m
€86–207
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vaasa, Bus Station to Helsinki, Bus Stationbus 1208 / ...
7h 30m
€26–55
Bus to Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Sepänkyläntie/Maasilta P to Söderpåras th Ibus
2. Fly from Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport (KOK) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane KOK - HEL
4h 47m

Vaasa to Helsinki by train

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Distance: 414.9 km
Duration: 3h 54m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Vaasa to Helsinki every 4 hours. Tickets cost €35–50 and the journey takes 3h 54m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vaasa, Bus Station to 30-35 via 3 in around 6h 15m.

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