The cheapest and fastest trains from Espoo to Helsinki
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$17
Fastest journey
21 m
Average duration
21 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
16 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Espoo to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Espoo to Helsinki will cost around $17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 5 trains that leave Espoo for Helsinki on Fri, Mar 06, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Mar 06 the direct trains cover the 16 km distance in an average of 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 21 m .
On Fri, Mar 06 the slowest trains will take 21 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Espoo to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Espoo to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $6, and a bus costs an average of $6.
Distance: 9 miles (16 km)
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| Train | Most popular Bus |
|---|---|
$7 Average price Cheapest | $8 Average price |
57m Average total duration 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 53m Average total duration Fastest 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Espoo to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Espoo to Helsinki trains for today, Thursday, March 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:23 PM Espoo | 0h30 | 11:53 PM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:53 PM Espoo | 0h30 | 12:23 AM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, March 6 | |||||
![]() | 12:23 AM Espoo | 0h30 | 12:53 AM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:53 AM Espoo | 0h30 | 1:23 AM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:43 AM Espoo | 0h30 | 5:13 AM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:13 AM Espoo | 0h30 | 5:43 AM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:43 AM Espoo | 0h30 | 6:13 AM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Espoo to Helsinki
Trains from Espoo to Helsinki run on average 50 times per day, taking around 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€5) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 40 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:09, the last at 20:39. The fastest train covers the 9 miles (16 km) distance in 21m.
Distance 9 miles (16 km) |
Average train duration 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€5) |
Trains per day 50 |
Direct trains 40 |
Fastest train 21m |
First train 06:09 |
Last train 20:39 |
Train companies: VR from Espoo to Helsinki trainsVR trains will get you between Espoo and Helsinki from $6 (€5). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Espoo to Helsinki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Espoo to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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