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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa
Cheapest price
$22
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 48 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
356 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $22.
Of the 6 trains that leave Helsinki Vantaa Airport for Vaasa on Sat, Jun 20, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 356 km distance in an average of 3 h 48 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 57 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.
3:22 PM3h40Helsinki Vantaa Airport7:02 PMVaasa$221One-way0 transfers- 5:22 AM3h45Helsinki Vantaa Airport9:07 AMVaasa$421One-way0 transfers
- 6:02 PM3h57Helsinki Vantaa Airport9:59 PMVaasa$461One-way0 transfers
- 6:12 AM4h10Helsinki Vantaa Airport10:22 AMVaasa$511One-way0 transfers
- 12:22 PM3h48Helsinki Vantaa Airport4:10 PMVaasa$721One-way0 transfers
- 3:22 PM3h40Helsinki Vantaa Airport7:02 PMVaasa$221One-way0 transfers
- 5:22 AM3h45Helsinki Vantaa Airport9:07 AMVaasa$421One-way0 transfers
- 1:22 PM3h48Helsinki Vantaa Airport5:10 PMVaasa$851One-way0 transfers
- 12:22 PM3h48Helsinki Vantaa Airport4:10 PMVaasa$721One-way0 transfers
- 6:02 PM3h57Helsinki Vantaa Airport9:59 PMVaasa$461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $21. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 46m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $21, and a train costs an average of $22.
Distance: 221 miles (356 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$51 Average price | $29 Average price Cheapest | $96 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 16m Average total duration 6h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa costing on average $51 (€42).
Other travel options to Vaasa take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 46m.
The journey is about 57m faster (3h 46m by train vs 4h 43m by car) and roughly $45 (€37) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($51 (€42) vs $96 (€79)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOL-18824 · S-41 | 7:17 AM Airport | 3h50 | 11:07 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
| LOL-18838 · IC-43 | 9:17 AM Airport | 4h05 | 1:22 PM Vaasan rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
| LOL-18848 · IC-45 | 10:57 AM Airport | 4h20 | 3:17 PM Vaasan rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
| LOL-18862 · IC-37 · S-445 | 1:17 PM Airport | 4h11 | 5:28 PM Vaasan rautatieasema | 2 transfers | |
| LOL-18874 · IC-47 | 3:17 PM Airport | 3h53 | 7:10 PM Vaasan rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
| LOL-18886 · IC-49 | 5:17 PM Airport | 3h45 | 9:02 PM Vaasan rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
| LOL-18902 · S-183 | 7:57 PM Airport | 4h02 | 11:59 PM Vaasan rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa
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Trains from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $22 (€18) but you can travel from only $21 (€17) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:52, the last at 21:42. The fastest train covers the 221 miles (356 km) distance in 3h 37m.
Distance 221 miles (356 km) |
Average train duration 3h 46m |
Cheapest ticket price $22 (€18) |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 37m |
First train 2:52 AM |
Last train 9:42 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa 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 Vaasa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa
Most Helsinki Vantaa Airport to Vaasa trains use the Helsinki to Vaasan rautatieasema station pair. Use this guide to compare Helsinki Vantaa Airport and Vaasa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
Getting to Vaasan rautatieasema from Vaasa city centre
Vaasan rautatieasema train station facilities and services
Vaasan rautatieasema has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Gustav Wasa, Fondis
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vaasan rautatieasema. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Vaasan rautatieasema. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vaasan rautatieasema: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Vaasan rautatieasema: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vaasan rautatieasema: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Vaasa, Scandic Vaasa, Hotel Astor.
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