The cheapest and fastest trainsfrom Helsinki to JyväskyläShowing times and prices for Jul 15
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$38
Fastest journey
3h 9m
Average duration
4h 17m
Trains per day
7
Distance
157 km
Helsinki to Jyväskylä train with VR
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Helsinki to Jyväskylä
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Jyväskylä among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $21.
Distance: 144 miles (233 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$34 Average price | $10 Average price Cheapest | $64 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 3h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 4h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 15m 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 to Jyväskylä:
A bus is $24 (€20) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsinki to Jyväskylä costing on average $34 (€28).
Other travel options to Jyväskylä take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 10m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with VR.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
Live departures
Helsinki to Jyväskylä train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Jyväskylä trains for today, Wednesday, July 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-29 · S-89 | 6:26 PM Pasila railway station | 3h09 | 9:35 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-149 | 7:00 PM Helsinki Central | 3h43 | 10:43 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-149 | 7:06 PM Pasila railway station | 3h37 | 10:43 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9715 · HDM-429 | 7:07 PM Helsinki Central | 5h31 | 12:38 AM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| LOL-9715 · HDM-429 | 7:12 PM Pasila railway station | 5h26 | 12:38 AM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| S-53 · HDM-429 | 8:20 PM Helsinki Central | 4h18 | 12:38 AM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| S-53 · HDM-429 | 8:26 PM Pasila railway station | 4h12 | 12:38 AM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, July 16 | |||||
| IC-35 · IC-81 | 5:00 AM Helsinki Central | 3h43 | 8:43 AM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-35 · IC-81 | 5:06 AM Pasila railway station | 3h37 | 8:43 AM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| LOL-9621 · HDM-421 · HDM-482 | 5:07 AM Helsinki Central | 7h01 | 12:08 PM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
| LOL-9621 · HDM-421 · HDM-482 | 5:12 AM Pasila railway station | 6h56 | 12:08 PM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
| IC-155 | 7:00 AM Helsinki Central | 3h39 | 10:39 AM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-155 | 7:06 AM Pasila railway station | 3h33 | 10:39 AM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-41 · IC-155 | 7:20 AM Helsinki Central | 3h19 | 10:39 AM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-41 · IC-155 | 7:26 AM Pasila railway station | 3h13 | 10:39 AM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-93 | 9:00 AM Helsinki Central | 3h45 | 12:45 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-93 | 9:06 AM Pasila railway station | 3h39 | 12:45 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-43 · IC-93 | 9:20 AM Helsinki Central | 3h25 | 12:45 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| SP-43 · IC-93 | 9:26 AM Pasila railway station | 3h19 | 12:45 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| S-143 | 10:00 AM Helsinki Central | 3h39 | 1:39 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-143 | 10:06 AM Pasila railway station | 3h33 | 1:39 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-33 · S-143 | 10:20 AM Helsinki Central | 3h19 | 1:39 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| SP-33 · S-143 | 10:26 AM Pasila railway station | 3h13 | 1:39 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-65 · S-146 | 11:14 AM Helsinki Central | 4h55 | 4:09 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-65 · S-146 | 11:20 AM Pasila railway station | 4h49 | 4:09 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-171 | 12:00 PM Helsinki Central | 3h47 | 3:47 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-171 | 12:06 PM Pasila railway station | 3h41 | 3:47 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-25 · IC-171 | 12:20 PM Helsinki Central | 3h27 | 3:47 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-25 · IC-171 | 12:26 PM Pasila railway station | 3h21 | 3:47 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-145 | 1:00 PM Helsinki Central | 3h36 | 4:36 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-145 | 1:06 PM Pasila railway station | 3h30 | 4:36 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9675 · HDM-427 · HDM-486 | 1:07 PM Helsinki Central | 6h25 | 7:32 PM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
| LOL-9675 · HDM-427 · HDM-486 | 1:12 PM Pasila railway station | 6h20 | 7:32 PM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
| IC-37 · IC-145 | 1:20 PM Helsinki Central | 3h16 | 4:36 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-37 · HDM-486 | 1:20 PM Helsinki Central | 6h12 | 7:32 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-37 · IC-145 | 1:26 PM Pasila railway station | 3h10 | 4:36 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-37 · HDM-486 | 1:26 PM Pasila railway station | 6h06 | 7:32 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| S-87 | 2:00 PM Helsinki Central | 3h44 | 5:44 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-87 | 2:06 PM Pasila railway station | 3h38 | 5:44 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-27 · S-87 | 2:20 PM Helsinki Central | 3h24 | 5:44 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-27 · S-87 | 2:26 PM Pasila railway station | 3h18 | 5:44 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-151 | 3:00 PM Helsinki Central | 3h33 | 6:33 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-151 | 3:06 PM Pasila railway station | 3h27 | 6:33 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-47 · IC-151 | 3:20 PM Helsinki Central | 3h13 | 6:33 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-47 · IC-151 | 3:26 PM Pasila railway station | 3h07 | 6:33 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-147 | 3:59 PM Helsinki Central | 3h40 | 7:39 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-147 | 4:05 PM Pasila railway station | 3h34 | 7:39 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-51 · IC-147 | 4:20 PM Helsinki Central | 3h19 | 7:39 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| IC-51 · IC-147 | 4:26 PM Pasila railway station | 3h13 | 7:39 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
| S-89 | 6:00 PM Helsinki Central | 3h35 | 9:35 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-89 | 6:06 PM Pasila railway station | 3h29 | 9:35 PM Jyväskylä | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-29 · S-89 | 6:20 PM Helsinki Central | 3h15 | 9:35 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Jyväskylä
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Trains from Helsinki to Jyväskylä run on average 42 times per day, taking around 3h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $21 (€17) but you can travel from only $6 (€5) by bus.
There are 17 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:50, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 144 miles (233 km) distance in 3h 33m.
Distance 144 miles (233 km) |
Average train duration 3h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price $21 (€17) |
Trains per day 42 |
Direct trains 17 |
Fastest train 3h 33m |
First train 4:50 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Sep |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Jyväskylä
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Jyväskylä 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 Jyväskylä, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Jyväskylä
Most Helsinki to Jyväskylä trains use the Helsinki to Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus station pair. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Jyväskylä train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Helsinki station do trains to Jyväskylä 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.
Getting to Malminkartano from Helsinki city centre
Malminkartano train station facilities and services
Malminkartano has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Malminkartano.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Malminkartano: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Malminkartano: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Malminkartano: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Jyväskylä station do trains from Helsinki arrive at?
Getting to Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus from Jyväskylä city centre
Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus is 1 km from Jyväskylä city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus train station facilities and services
Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus.
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