The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Kemijärvi
Cheapest price
$107
Average price
$109
Fastest journey
12 h 24 m
Average duration
12 h 41 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
733 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Kemijärvi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Kemijärvi will cost around $109 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $107.
Of the 6 trains that leave Helsinki for Kemijärvi on Wed, Jun 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct trains cover the 733 km distance in an average of 12 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 h 24 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 13 h 13 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.
LOL-18909 · PYO-2658:13 PM12h37Pasila railway station8:50 AMKemijärvi station$1071One-way1 transfer
PYO-2657:37 PM13h13Pasila railway station8:50 AMKemijärvi station$1071One-way0 transfers
LOL-18909 · PYO-2658:09 PM12h41Helsinki Central8:50 AMKemijärvi station$1071One-way1 transfer
PYO-2657:29 PM13h21Helsinki Central8:50 AMKemijärvi station$1071One-way0 transfers
S-53 · PYO-2658:26 PM12h24Pasila railway station8:50 AMKemijärvi station$1141One-way1 transfer
S-53 · PYO-2658:26 PM12h24Pasila railway station8:50 AMKemijärvi station$1141One-way1 transfer
S-53 · PYO-2658:20 PM12h30Helsinki Central8:50 AMKemijärvi station$1141One-way1 transfer
LOL-18909 · PYO-2658:13 PM12h37Pasila railway station8:50 AMKemijärvi station$1071One-way1 transfer
LOL-18909 · PYO-2658:09 PM12h41Helsinki Central8:50 AMKemijärvi station$1071One-way1 transfer
PYO-2657:37 PM13h13Pasila railway station8:50 AMKemijärvi station$1071One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Helsinki to Kemijärvi
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Kemijärvi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $19, and a flight costs an average of $79.
Distance: 455 miles (733 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$97 Average price Cheapest | $162 Average price | $210 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
13h 23m Average total duration 12h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 49m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Kemijärvi:
A train is $65 (€53) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Helsinki to Kemijärvi costing on average $162 (€132).
Other travel options to Kemijärvi take longer:
Train takes on average 12h 53m.
Bus takes on average 15h 50m.
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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 Kemijärvi train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Kemijärvi trains for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PYO-265 | 7:29 PM Helsinki Central | 13h21 | 8:50 AM Kemijärvi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-265 | 7:37 PM Pasila railway station | 13h13 | 8:50 AM Kemijärvi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18909 · PYO-265 | 8:09 PM Helsinki Central | 12h41 | 8:50 AM Kemijärvi station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-18909 · PYO-265 | 8:13 PM Pasila railway station | 12h37 | 8:50 AM Kemijärvi station | 1 transfer | |
S-53 · PYO-265 | 8:20 PM Helsinki Central | 12h30 | 8:50 AM Kemijärvi station | 1 transfer | |
S-53 · PYO-265 | 8:26 PM Pasila railway station | 12h24 | 8:50 AM Kemijärvi station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Kemijärvi
Trains from Helsinki to Kemijärvi run on average 8 times per day, taking around 12h 53m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:40, the last at 21:09. The fastest train covers the 455 miles (733 km) distance in 9h 25m.
Distance 455 miles (733 km) |
Average train duration 12h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 9h 25m |
First train 7:40 AM |
Last train 9:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 14 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Kemijärvi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Kemijärvi 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 Kemijärvi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Kemijärvi
- 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Elielinaukio and Postikatu.
- Restaurant Vltava
- Ravintola Zetor
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Kämp
- Scandic Simonkenttä
- Clarion Hotel Helsinki
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- Tram: Lines 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via the Tripla shopping center.
- Restaurant Tripla
- Outrun Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Scandic Pasila
- Original Sokos Hotel Tripla
- Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo
- Located in the main hall
- 3,400 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- Tram: Lines 2, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Local and long-distance services
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