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Trains to Helsinki

Sitting on a peninsula jutting out into the Gulf of Finland, Helsinki is Finland’s southern capital and most populous city. Home to over 650,000 Finnish citizens, Helsinki has a rich history and culture dating all the way back to the Stone Ages. In fact, the National Museum in downtown Helsinki documents that expansive history and is only a brief walk from Helsinki Central Station, the terminus for all train lines headed to the capital.

Which is the main train station in Helsinki?

Helsinki Central Station (Helsingin päärautatieasema in Finnish) is the main hub for both domestic and international rail transport to and from the capital. Smaller rail stations serve the outlying suburbs. Helsinki Central Station is historic, having been built in 1862 in the Art Nouveau style, and is a tourist destination in itself. It was chosen as one of the most beautiful rail stations in the world in 2013. Over 200,000 passengers move through it each day. This station is next to the Helsinki Music Center as well as the House of Parliament.

Which train companies offer trains to Helsinki?

Under the jurisdiction of the Finnish Transport Agency, VR is the only rail company providing service for all 19 tracks within Helsinki Central Station.

Why travel by train to Helsinki?

Train travel is an excellent way to get to Helsinki from many major European destinations, including St. Petersburg and Moscow. Rail travel can be a warmer option to and from Helsinki in the long winter months when ferry travel can be quite cold and the seas a bit rough. Domestically, most rail lines end in Helsinki, so it’s easy to travel there from all over Finland. Domestic destinations from Helsinki include Turku, Tampere, Vaasa, and Oulu. Of this list, Oulu is the farthest destination but only a mere six hours away by direct train.

Before you travel to Helsinki by train - good to know!

Helsinki has a wide selection of activities regardless of the season. In the summer, several companies offer walking tours of historic landmarks. In the winter months, make time for the Arkadia International Bookshop, an excellent destination for those looking for rare books, or the 15 art museums located in and around the city center. Bus service is also conveniently available from Helsinki Central Station to get travelers around the downtown area.

Train companies: VR, Vy Nattåg and Swedish Railways (SJ) to Helsinki trains

Find the best journey to Helsinki with VR, Vy Nattåg and Swedish Railways (SJ). Comparing schedules and prices and booking the most popular trip has never been easier with over 1000 travel companies on Omio.

VR is a Finnish train company that operates throughout the country. It offers a variety of train types, including InterCity, Pendolino, and Allegro trains. Allegro trains are the fastest, offering speeds of up to 200 km/h, while Pendolino and InterCity trains are slightly slower but still offer a comfortable ride. VR also offers a variety of ticket types, including single tickets, day tickets, and season tickets. The most popular routes for VR are Helsinki to Tampere, Helsinki to Turku, and Helsinki to Rovaniemi.

station information and services

Train stations in Helsinki

Amenities at train station
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HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
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Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
19
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Elielinaukio and Postikatu.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Vltava
  • Ravintola Zetor
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Kämp
  • Scandic Simonkenttä
  • Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for long-distance and regional trains
  • Hall 2: local train platforms
  • Hall 3: metro and tram connections
Public transit options for Helsinki
  • Metro: Line M1, Line M2
  • Tram: Lines 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
  • Bus: Several lines available
Helsinki, Veturitie 9 (Pasila autojunan lastausasema)
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LentoasemaWifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
4 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
2
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • Parking is available 24/7 with access from the main airport road.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Fly Inn
  • Restaurant Pier Zero
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hilton Helsinki Airport Hotel
  • Holiday Inn Helsinki - Vantaa Airport
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located near the main entrance
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located near the main entrance
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for trains to Helsinki
  • Hall 2: access to airport terminals
Public transit options for Lentoasema
  • Train: I and P trains
  • Bus: Several lines available
PasilaWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7, accessible via the Tripla shopping center.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Tripla
  • Outrun Cafe
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Scandic Pasila
  • Original Sokos Hotel Tripla
  • Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 3,400 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance trains
  • Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for commuter trains
  • Hall 3: access to Tripla shopping center
Public transit options for Pasila
  • Tram: Lines 2, 7, 9
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Local and long-distance services

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