The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Kokkola
Cheapest price
$69
Average price
$92
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 47 m
Trains per day
38
Distance
419 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Kokkola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Kokkola will cost around $92 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $69.
Of the 38 trains that leave Helsinki for Kokkola on Sun, Jan 25, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jan 25 the direct trains cover the 419 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
On Sun, Jan 25 the slowest trains will take 3 h 51 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.
IC-187 · PYO-269
IC-187 · PYO-269
LOL-9737 · PYO-273
PYO-273
LOL-9871 · PYO-269
IC-33
IC-25
IC-51
IC-33
IC-25Live departures
Helsinki to Kokkola train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Kokkola trains for today, Saturday, January 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PYO-273 | 9:13 PM Helsinki Central | 6h40 | 3:53 AM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-273 | 9:20 PM Pasila railway station | 6h33 | 3:53 AM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9737 · PYO-273 | 9:40 PM Helsinki Central | 6h13 | 3:53 AM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9737 · PYO-273 | 9:45 PM Pasila railway station | 6h08 | 3:53 AM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
| Sunday, January 25 | |||||
S-21 | 4:20 AM Helsinki Central | 4h12 | 8:32 AM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-21 | 4:26 AM Pasila railway station | 4h06 | 8:32 AM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-23 | 6:20 AM Helsinki Central | 4h06 | 10:26 AM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-23 | 6:26 AM Pasila railway station | 4h00 | 10:26 AM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-33 | 8:20 AM Helsinki Central | 3h49 | 12:09 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-33 | 8:26 AM Pasila railway station | 3h43 | 12:09 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-45 · S-913 | 9:00 AM Helsinki Central | 4h25 | 1:25 PM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
IC-45 · S-913 | 9:06 AM Pasila railway station | 4h19 | 1:25 PM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
IC-25 | 10:20 AM Helsinki Central | 3h51 | 2:11 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-25 | 10:26 AM Pasila railway station | 3h45 | 2:11 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-37 | 11:20 AM Helsinki Central | 4h27 | 3:47 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-37 | 11:26 AM Pasila railway station | 4h21 | 3:47 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-27 | 12:20 PM Helsinki Central | 4h06 | 4:26 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-27 | 12:26 PM Pasila railway station | 4h00 | 4:26 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-39 | 12:54 PM Helsinki Central | 4h05 | 4:59 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-39 | 1:00 PM Pasila railway station | 3h59 | 4:59 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-51 | 2:20 PM Helsinki Central | 3h51 | 6:11 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-51 | 2:26 PM Pasila railway station | 3h45 | 6:11 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-59 | 2:30 PM Helsinki Central | 4h27 | 6:57 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-59 | 2:36 PM Pasila railway station | 4h21 | 6:57 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-29 | 4:20 PM Helsinki Central | 4h10 | 8:30 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-29 | 4:26 PM Pasila railway station | 4h04 | 8:30 PM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-265 | 5:29 PM Helsinki Central | 6h57 | 12:26 AM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-265 | 5:37 PM Pasila railway station | 6h49 | 12:26 AM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9721 · PYO-265 | 6:10 PM Helsinki Central | 6h16 | 12:26 AM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9721 · PYO-265 | 6:15 PM Pasila railway station | 6h11 | 12:26 AM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
PYO-269 | 6:24 PM Helsinki Central | 7h07 | 1:31 AM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-269 | 6:31 PM Pasila railway station | 7h00 | 1:31 AM Kokkola station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9871 · PYO-269 | 6:45 PM Helsinki Central | 6h46 | 1:31 AM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9871 · PYO-269 | 6:50 PM Pasila railway station | 6h41 | 1:31 AM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
IC-185 · PYO-265 | 7:00 PM Helsinki Central | 5h26 | 12:26 AM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
IC-185 · PYO-265 | 7:06 PM Pasila railway station | 5h20 | 12:26 AM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
IC-187 · PYO-269 | 8:00 PM Helsinki Central | 5h31 | 1:31 AM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
IC-187 · PYO-269 | 8:06 PM Pasila railway station | 5h25 | 1:31 AM Kokkola station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Kokkola
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Helsinki to Kokkola start from as low as $19 (€15) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $58 (€46) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 30 daily trains from Helsinki to Kokkola with 22 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 3h 45m but the average duration is 4h 10m
Train Operators
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Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Helsinki Central and arrive in Kokkola station
- First train typically departs at 12:30 AM and the last at 11:45 PM
Distance 260 miles (419 km) |
Average train duration 4h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 3h 45m |
First train 00:30 |
Last train 23:45 |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Kokkola
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Kokkola 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 Kokkola, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Kokkola
- 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
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 11:00 p.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Rautatienkatu.
- Amarillo
- Tan Binh
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Kokkola
- Sokos Hotel Kaarle
- Hotel Nukkumatti
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-3 for trains to regional and long-distance destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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