How to get to Helsinki

Planning a trip to Helsinki? But you don't know how to get there? Vivanoda helps you organise your trip to Helsinki by letting you search and compare the best offers for train, coach and flight.

By train to Helsinki

The train is an economical and ecological way to reach Helsinki. It allows you to easily arrive in the centre of Helsinki and enjoy the sights.

By coach to Helsinki

The long-distance coach is an extremely economical means of transport for a stay in Helsinki. On the other hand, travelling by coach to Helsinki is much slower than travelling by train or plane.

Flights to Helsinki

Flying is the fastest way to get to Helsinki. However, you have to add the time it takes to reach the airport, which is outside the centre of Helsinki. The prices of flights to Helsinki are also often attractive.

Transportation to Helsinki in figures

Country
Finland
Number of airlines serving Helsinki
28
Number of stations or airports in Helsinki
1 airports
23 stations
2 coach stations
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Why search for tickets to travel to Helsinki with Vivanoda?

When planning a trip to Helsinki, it is important to choose your mode of transport based on your needs, budget, time and comfort. Whether you travel by train, coach or flight, your choice of transport can have a significant impact on the price and quality of your trip to Helsinki. This is why it is important to use a transport and price comparison tool to buy a ticket to Helsinki.

Vivanoda is a handy tool that allows you to quickly find the best travel options to Helsinki in terms of price, time and quality. With Vivanoda you can compare the various train, coach and flight tickets available for your trip to Helsinki. This way you can find the cheapest and most suitable options for your needs.

The most popular routes to Helsinki

We present the most popular routes to Helsinki from all major European cities, whether by train, coach or flight. Whether you want to find the cheapest flight to Helsinki, the fastest train or the most comfortable coach, we have gathered all the information you need to plan your trip to Helsinki with confidence.

Whether you are travelling from London, Edinburgh, Manchester, Stockholm, Tallinn or Oulu or another major European city, we compare the different modes of transport to help you choose the best option to get to Helsinki. You will find information on the most popular routes, transport companies, travel times, ticket prices and tips for safe and comfortable travel. We have also included tips on how to save money and find the best fares to Helsinki. Whether you are a budget traveller or looking for the ultimate in comfort, you will find all the options to plan your trip to Helsinki with confidence.

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Travel to Helsinki by train

Where are the train stations in Helsinki?

To reach Helsinki by train, choose from 23 stations, including Helsinki, Helsinki Pasila, Vantaa Tikkurila, Helsinki Kivihaka, Ilmala asema and Pasila tavara.

Helsinki
Station located 0.1 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Helsinki Pasila
Station located 2.0 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Vantaa Tikkurila
Station located 9.4 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Helsinki Kivihaka
Station located 2.9 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Ilmala asema
Station located 2.7 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Pasila tavara
Station located 2.9 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Oulunkylä
Station located 4.2 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Malmi
Station located 6.2 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Leppävaara
Station located 5.5 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Pitäjänmäki
Station located 4.6 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Huopalahti
Station located 3.7 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Pasila autojuna-asema
Station located 2.7 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Havukoski
Station located 10.3 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Pukinmäki
Station located 5.3 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Tapanila
Station located 7.2 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Puistola
Station located 8.1 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Rekola
Station located 12.1 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Hiekkaharju
Station located 10.0 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Koivukylä
Station located 11.4 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Kilo
Station located 6.3 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Kera
Station located 7.1 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Valimo
Station located 4.2 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Hanala
Station located 12.6 mi from the centre of Helsinki
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Travel to Helsinki by coach

Tips to find a cheaper coach ticket to Helsinki

While coach travel in itself is an inexpensive way to get to Helsinki, there are always ways to save even more.

Compare coach prices to Helsinki
With Vivanoda, you can view, filter and select all offers from FlixBus in one search. Whether you are travelling from Stockholm, Tallinn, Oulu, Riga, Vaasa or Pori, this makes it easier for you to find the ones that best meet your criteria in terms of price, time and duration.
Book your coach trip to Helsinki quickly
When you have found the lowest fare on Vivanoda for your trip to Helsinki from, for example, Stockholm, Tallinn, Oulu, Riga, Vaasa or Pori, select it and you will be redirected to the carrier's website (FlixBus). We recommend you book your ticket quickly, as fares can rise quickly!
Travel to Helsinki with flexible dates
If you leave some slack in the date of your trip to Helsinki, you increase your chances of getting a better fare with FlixBus, especially by avoiding peak periods.

Where are the coach stations in Helsinki?

Here is the list of 2 coach stations (or bus stops) serving the city of Helsinki.

Helsinki Bus Station (Kamppi)
Coach station 0.2 mi from Helsinki
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Helsinki Terminal 2
Coach station 1.6 mi from Helsinki
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Fly to Helsinki

Some tips for cheap flights to Helsinki

To optimise your chances of finding a flight to Helsinki with the best value for money, there are a few rules to follow. We remind you of them here.

It is best to fly to Helsinki on a Tuesday or Wednesday.
Avoid travelling to Helsinki on busy days such as weekends. Flights to Helsinki are often much cheaper during the week, especially on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
A flight ticket to Helsinki is more expensive at the last minute
The longer you wait to book your flight to Helsinki, the higher the prices are likely to be. Therefore, it is best to plan your stay in Helsinki well in advance.
Make sure you don't miss out on any offers
Airlines like Air Berlin, Air Baltic, NextJet, Swiss International Airlines and Turkish Airlines regularly offer interesting promotions on social networks or other means of communication.

Where are the airports in Helsinki?

To get to Helsinki by plane, arrive at Helsinki-Vantaa airport.

Helsinki-Vantaa
Airport is 10.7 mi from Helsinki
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When to visit Helsinki?

Summer, from June to August, is generally considered the best time to visit Finland. Temperatures are pleasant, fluctuating between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius, and the days are long, with almost 24 hours of daylight. This is the ideal time to enjoy outdoor activities such as hiking, canoeing, fishing and attending local festivals.

Spring, from April to May, and autumn, from September to October, are also good seasons to visit Finland. Temperatures range from 5 to 15 degrees Celsius, and you can enjoy the beauty of the countryside thanks to the many forests and lakes. These periods are ideal for photography enthusiasts, hikers and those wishing to avoid the summer crowds.

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