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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Mikkeli
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€38
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Mikkeli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Mikkeli will cost around €38 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 12 trains that leave Helsinki for Mikkeli on Wed, Aug 05, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 05 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
On Wed, Aug 05 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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-6511:20 AM2h44Pasila railway station2:04 PMMikkeli€361One-way0 transfers- IC-6511:14 AM2h50Helsinki Central2:04 PMMikkeli€361One-way0 transfers
- IC-737:20 PM2h28Pasila railway station9:48 PMMikkeli€361One-way0 transfers
- S-615:54 AM2h46Helsinki Central8:40 AMMikkeli€361One-way0 transfers
- IC-737:14 PM2h34Helsinki Central9:48 PMMikkeli€361One-way0 transfers
- IC-737:20 PM2h28Pasila railway station9:48 PMMikkeli€361One-way0 transfers
- IC-672:20 PM2h28Pasila railway station4:48 PMMikkeli€411One-way0 transfers
- S-94:20 PM2h31Pasila railway station6:51 PMMikkeli€401One-way0 transfers
- IC-638:20 AM2h34Pasila railway station10:54 AMMikkeli€381One-way0 transfers
- IC-737:14 PM2h34Helsinki Central9:48 PMMikkeli€361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Helsinki to Mikkeli
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Mikkeli among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €18. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €18, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€33 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest | €44 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 8m Average total duration Fastest 2h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Mikkeli:
A bus is €15 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsinki to Mikkeli costing on average €33.
Other travel options to Mikkeli take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 2m.
The journey is about 7m faster (2h 38m by train vs 2h 45m by car) and roughly €12 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€33 vs €44). 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.
Direct services run with VR.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Helsinki to Mikkeli train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Mikkeli trains for today, Tuesday, August 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-61 | 5:54 AM Helsinki Central | 2h46 | 8:40 AM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-61 | 6:00 AM Pasila railway station | 2h40 | 8:40 AM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-63 | 8:14 AM Helsinki Central | 2h40 | 10:54 AM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-63 | 8:20 AM Pasila railway station | 2h34 | 10:54 AM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-65 | 11:14 AM Helsinki Central | 2h50 | 2:04 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-65 | 11:20 AM Pasila railway station | 2h44 | 2:04 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-67 | 2:14 PM Helsinki Central | 2h34 | 4:48 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-67 | 2:20 PM Pasila railway station | 2h28 | 4:48 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-9 | 4:14 PM Helsinki Central | 2h37 | 6:51 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-9 | 4:20 PM Pasila railway station | 2h31 | 6:51 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-73 | 7:14 PM Helsinki Central | 2h34 | 9:48 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-73 | 7:20 PM Pasila railway station | 2h28 | 9:48 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Mikkeli
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Trains from Helsinki to Mikkeli run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 2h 34m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average train duration 2h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 34m |
First train 5:54 AM |
Last train 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 6 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Mikkeli
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Mikkeli 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 Mikkeli, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Mikkeli
Most Helsinki to Mikkeli trains use the Helsinki to Mikkeli, Matkakeskus laituri 4 station pair. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Mikkeli train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Helsinki station do trains to Mikkeli 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 Oulunkylä from Helsinki city centre
Oulunkylä train station facilities and services
Oulunkylä has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Oulunkylä.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oulunkylä: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Oulunkylä: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oulunkylä: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Mikkeli station do trains from Helsinki arrive at?
Mikkeli, Matkakeskus laituri 4 train station facilities and services
Mikkeli, Matkakeskus laituri 4 has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Mikkeli, Matkakeskus laituri 4.
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