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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Kotka
- Cheapest price on 13 Nov
- S$34
- Average ticket price on 13 Nov
- S$43
- Fastest journey on 13 Nov
- 2 h 19 m
- Average journey duration on 13 Nov
- 2 h 25 m
- Trains on 13 Nov
- 42
- Distance
- 114 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Kotka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Kotka will cost around S$43 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only S$34.
To travel from Helsinki to Kotka you need to make at least one change.
S-61 · LOL-16555:54 AM 2h40 Helsinki Central 8:34 AM Paimenportin S$34 1 One-way 1 change- S-61 · LOL-1655
5:54 AM 2h46 Helsinki Central 8:40 AM Kotka Port railway station S$34 1 One-way 1 change - S-61 · LOL-1655
5:54 AM 2h43 Helsinki Central 8:37 AM Kotka station S$34 1 One-way 1 change - LOL-9823 · LOL-1661 · LOL-1663
8:45 AM 3h51 Helsinki Central 12:36 PM Kotka station S$37 1 One-way 2 changes - LOL-9859 · LOL-1679
5:45 PM 3h14 Helsinki Central 8:59 PM Kotka station S$37 1 One-way 1 change
- IC-3 · LOL-1663
10:14 AM 2h19 Helsinki Central 12:33 PM Paimenportin S$44 1 One-way 1 change - IC-3 · LOL-1663
10:14 AM 2h22 Helsinki Central 12:36 PM Kotka station S$44 1 One-way 1 change - IC-3 · LOL-1663
10:14 AM 2h25 Helsinki Central 12:39 PM Kotka Port railway station S$44 1 One-way 1 change - IC-11 · LOL-1679
6:29 PM 2h27 Helsinki Central 8:56 PM Paimenportin S$37 1 One-way 1 change - IC-11 · LOL-1679
6:29 PM 2h30 Helsinki Central 8:59 PM Kotka station S$38 1 One-way 1 change
Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Kotka
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Trains from Helsinki to Kotka run on average 38 times per day, taking around 2h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at S$18 but you can travel from only S$9 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 1h 57m.
Distance 114 km |
Average train duration 2h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price S$18 |
Trains per day 38 |
Fastest train 1h 57m |
First train 12:10 AM |
Last train 8:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Helsinki to Kotka train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Kotka trains for today, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3:54 AM Helsinki | 2h40 | 6:34 AM Kotka | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7:14 AM Helsinki | 2h19 | 9:33 AM Kotka | 0 changesdirect | |
| 11:14 AM Helsinki | 2h42 | 1:56 PM Kotka | 0 changesdirect | |
| 2:45 PM Helsinki | 3h17 | 6:02 PM Kotka | 0 changesdirect | |
| 3:45 PM Helsinki | 3h17 | 7:02 PM Kotka | 0 changesdirect | |
| 4:29 PM Helsinki | 2h27 | 6:56 PM Kotka | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Helsinki to Kotka train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Kotka by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kotka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Helsinki and Kotka
Most Helsinki to Kotka trains use the Helsinki to Kotka station pair, with some services arriving at Paimenportin. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Kotka train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Helsinki station do trains to Kotka leave from?
Getting to Helsinki from Helsinki city centre
Helsinki train station facilities and services
Helsinki has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Vltava, Ravintola Zetor
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helsinki. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Helsinki. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsinki: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Helsinki: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsinki: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kämp, Scandic Simonkenttä, Clarion Hotel Helsinki.
Getting to Pasila from Helsinki city centre
Pasila is 3 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Pasila train station facilities and services
Pasila has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Tripla, Outrun Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pasila. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pasila. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pasila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pasila: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pasila: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Pasila, Original Sokos Hotel Tripla, Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo.
Which Kotka station do trains from Helsinki arrive at?
Kotka train station facilities and services
Kotka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Hotel and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kotka.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Kotka.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kotka: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kotka: Bike Rental.
Getting to Paimenportin from Kotka city centre
Paimenportin train station facilities and services
Paimenportin has practical services for this route, including Parking and Bike Rental.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paimenportin: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Paimenportin: Bike Rental.
Kotka Satama train station facilities and services
Kotka Satama has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Kotka Satama.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kotka Satama: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kotka Satama: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kotka Satama: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Most popular trains to and from Kotka and Helsinki
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