Helsinki to Kotka train with VR

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Kotka

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Aug 29

Cheapest price on Aug 29

$29

Average ticket price on Aug 29

$32

Fastest journey on Aug 29

2 h 19 m

Average journey duration on Aug 29

2 h 22 m

Trains on Aug 29

42

Distance

114 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Kotka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Helsinki to Kotka will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Helsinki to Kotka without transferring at least once.

  • VRIC-67 · LOL-1673
    2:14 PM2h42
    Helsinki Central
    4:56 PMPaimenportin
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • VRIC-71 · LOL-1677
    3:24 PM2h32
    Helsinki Central
    5:56 PMPaimenportin
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • VRIC-1 · LOL-1659
    6:54 AM3h40
    Helsinki Central
    10:34 AMPaimenportin
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • VRIC-1 · LOL-1659
    6:54 AM3h43
    Helsinki Central
    10:37 AMKotka station
    $291One-way
    1 transfer
  • VRIC-67 · LOL-1673
    2:14 PM2h48
    Helsinki Central
    5:02 PMKotka Port railway station
    $291One-way
    1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Helsinki to Kotka

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Kotka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 23m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, while a train costs an average of $26.

Distance: 70 miles (114 km)

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Train
Bus
Driving

$26

Average price

$15

Average price

Cheapest

$33

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 43m

Average total duration

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 23m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 53m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 29m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

VR

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Helsinki to Kotka is a bus with an average price of $15 (€12).

This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Kotka:

A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsinki to Kotka costing on average $26 (€21).

The fastest way to travel from Helsinki to Kotka is by bus with an average journey time of 1h 53m.

Other travel options to Kotka take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 13m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Helsinki and Kotka including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Helsinki to Kotka among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $26 (€21) compared to roughly $33 (€27) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $7 (€6). The journey takes 2h 13m versus 1h 29m 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.

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 Kotka train times

The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Kotka trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
VRIC-11 · LOL-16796:29 PM Helsinki Central
2h30
8:59 PM Kotka station1 transfer
VRIC-11 · LOL-16796:29 PM Helsinki Central
2h33
9:02 PM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRIC-11 · LOL-16796:29 PM Helsinki Central
2h27
8:56 PM Paimenportin1 transfer
Saturday, August 29
VRS-61 · LOL-16575:54 AM Helsinki Central
2h46
8:40 AM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRS-61 · LOL-16575:54 AM Helsinki Central
2h40
8:34 AM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRS-61 · LOL-16575:54 AM Helsinki Central
2h43
8:37 AM Kotka station1 transfer
VRIC-1 · LOL-16596:54 AM Helsinki Central
3h43
10:37 AM Kotka station1 transfer
VRIC-1 · LOL-16596:54 AM Helsinki Central
3h40
10:34 AM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRIC-1 · LOL-16596:54 AM Helsinki Central
3h46
10:40 AM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRIC-63 · LOL-16598:14 AM Helsinki Central
2h23
10:37 AM Kotka station1 transfer
VRIC-63 · LOL-16598:14 AM Helsinki Central
2h20
10:34 AM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRIC-63 · LOL-16598:14 AM Helsinki Central
2h26
10:40 AM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRLOL-9823 · LOL-1661 · LOL-16638:45 AM Helsinki Central
3h54
12:39 PM Kotka Port railway station2 transfers
VRLOL-9823 · LOL-1661 · LOL-16638:45 AM Helsinki Central
3h48
12:33 PM Paimenportin2 transfers
VRLOL-9823 · LOL-1661 · LOL-16638:45 AM Helsinki Central
3h51
12:36 PM Kotka station2 transfers
VRIC-3 · LOL-166310:14 AM Helsinki Central
2h25
12:39 PM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRIC-3 · LOL-166310:14 AM Helsinki Central
2h22
12:36 PM Kotka station1 transfer
VRIC-3 · LOL-166310:14 AM Helsinki Central
2h19
12:33 PM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRIC-65 · LOL-166711:14 AM Helsinki Central
3h41
2:55 PM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRIC-65 · LOL-166711:14 AM Helsinki Central
3h35
2:49 PM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRIC-65 · LOL-166711:14 AM Helsinki Central
3h38
2:52 PM Kotka station1 transfer
VRLOL-9835 · LOL-166711:45 AM Helsinki Central
3h04
2:49 PM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRLOL-9835 · LOL-166711:45 AM Helsinki Central
3h07
2:52 PM Kotka station1 transfer
VRLOL-9835 · LOL-166711:45 AM Helsinki Central
3h10
2:55 PM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRIC-5 · LOL-16691:14 PM Helsinki Central
2h48
4:02 PM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRIC-5 · LOL-16691:14 PM Helsinki Central
2h42
3:56 PM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRIC-5 · LOL-16691:14 PM Helsinki Central
2h45
3:59 PM Kotka station1 transfer
VRS-109 · LOL-16731:54 PM Helsinki Central
3h02
4:56 PM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRS-109 · LOL-16731:54 PM Helsinki Central
3h05
4:59 PM Kotka station1 transfer
VRS-109 · LOL-16731:54 PM Helsinki Central
3h08
5:02 PM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRIC-67 · LOL-16732:14 PM Helsinki Central
2h48
5:02 PM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRIC-67 · LOL-16732:14 PM Helsinki Central
2h42
4:56 PM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRIC-67 · LOL-16732:14 PM Helsinki Central
2h45
4:59 PM Kotka station1 transfer
VRLOL-9847 · LOL-16772:45 PM Helsinki Central
3h17
6:02 PM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRLOL-9847 · LOL-16772:45 PM Helsinki Central
3h14
5:59 PM Kotka station1 transfer
VRLOL-9847 · LOL-16772:45 PM Helsinki Central
3h11
5:56 PM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRIC-71 · LOL-16773:24 PM Helsinki Central
2h32
5:56 PM Paimenportin1 transfer
VRIC-71 · LOL-16773:24 PM Helsinki Central
2h35
5:59 PM Kotka station1 transfer
VRIC-71 · LOL-16773:24 PM Helsinki Central
2h38
6:02 PM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRLOL-9859 · LOL-16795:45 PM Helsinki Central
3h17
9:02 PM Kotka Port railway station1 transfer
VRLOL-9859 · LOL-16795:45 PM Helsinki Central
3h14
8:59 PM Kotka station1 transfer
VRLOL-9859 · LOL-16795:45 PM Helsinki Central
3h11
8:56 PM Paimenportin1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Helsinki to Kotka

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Trains from Helsinki to Kotka run on average 37 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 2h 31m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
70 miles (114 km)
Average train duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
$10 (€8)
Trains per day
37
Fastest train
2h 31m
First train
12:10 AM
Last train
8:42 PM
Cheapest Month
Jun
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Busiest Day
Tue
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: VR from Helsinki to Kotka trainsVR trains will get you between Helsinki and Kotka from $10 (€8). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average VR Duration
2h 23m
Cheapest VR Price
$10 (€8)
VR frequency
8 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Kotka

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Kotka 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 Kotka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Helsinki to Kotka can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $10 (€8), while the average price is around $26 (€21).
The train from Helsinki to Kotka takes 2h 31m and runs 37 per day.
The distance by train from Helsinki to Kotka is 70 miles (114 km).
The first train from Helsinki to Kotka leaves at 12:10 AM.
The last train from Helsinki to Kotka leaves at 8:42 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Helsinki to Kotka.
There is no direct train service currently available from Helsinki to Kotka.
Yes, there is a night train from Helsinki to Kotka.
The train station in Helsinki that goes to Kotka is Helsinki Central, which connects to Kotka Port railway station.
The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Kotka is by train, with a cost of around $10 (€8).
The train journey from Helsinki to Kotka offers scenic views of Finland's picturesque landscapes, including lush forests, tranquil lakes, and charming countryside, providing a pleasant visual experience for travelers.
A day trip from Helsinki to Kotka is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 31m, which exceeds the 120-minute limit. Trains run 34 times per day. The distance is 70 miles (114 km).
Typically, spending 2 to 3 days in Kotka is sufficient to explore its main attractions, enjoy its parks and gardens, and experience the local culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Helsinki to Kotka.
Since both Helsinki and Kotka are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Kotka include Kouvola, Lahti, Lappeenranta, Imatra, Mikkeli.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Helsinki to Kotka among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Finland uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted across Finland, including in public transportation, restaurants, and shops, though having some cash on hand can be useful for small purchases or in remote areas.
In Kotka, travelers should be aware of pickpocketing in crowded areas and public transport, especially during events. Common scams are rare, but it’s advisable to use official taxi services and avoid unlicensed vendors. Staying alert in busy spots and securing personal belongings helps ensure a safe visit.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Helsinki to Kotka

Most Helsinki to Kotka trains use the Helsinki to Kotka Satama station pair, with some services arriving at Kotka. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Kotka train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Helsinki
Arrival train stations in Kotka

Which Helsinki station do trains to Kotka leave from?

Trains from Helsinki to Kotka leave from Helsinki. The station is from Helsinki city centre at Kaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki, Finland.
HelsinkiKaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki, Finland+358 9 4766 4000WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Helsinki from Helsinki city centre

Tram2, 7, 7H, 9, 9H, 9N · 2m · $5 · every ~34 min
SubwayM1, M2 · 1m · $5 · every ~29 min

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.

PasilaAsemapäällikönkatu 3, 00520 Helsinki, Finland+358 9 4766 4000WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Pasila from Helsinki city centre

Pasila is 3 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainP, K, I, X, A, U, E, R, Z, L, T, Ic 23, Ic 37, Ic 63, H, S 59, Ic 11, S 43, S 165, Ic 35, D, S 33, Ic 21, Ic 171, Pyo 263, Pyo 267, Ic 967, Ic 105, Ic 143, Ic 973, Ic 149, S 971, Ic 45, Ic 25, S 949, Ic 169, S 171, S 945, Ic 43, Ic 109, Ic 13, Ic 27, Ic 5, Ic 175, S 87, Ic 83, Ic 87, S 13, S 1, Ic 165, S 9, S 15, Ic 147, Ic 75, Ic 685, Ic 61, S 145, Ic 609, Ic 115, Ic 15, Ic 73, S 957, S 35, S 93, S 155, S 75, S 183, S 109, Ic 65, Ic 49, S 973, S 45, Ic 185, S 115, S 959, Ic 1, Ic 93, Ic 971, Ic 955, Ic 67, S 951, S 955, Ic 53, S 11, S 41, S 21, Ic 47 · 4m · $1 · every ~27 min
E, U · 4m · $1 · every ~6 min
BusOb15, Ob78 · 13m · $5 · every ~2 min
Ob15 · 3m · $5
Tram2 · 19m · $5 · every ~11 min
9, 7, 7H, 9N, 9H · 24m · $5 · every ~23 min

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.

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