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Compare train for Helsinki to Paltamo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Paltamo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $24. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $24, and a train costs an average of $24.
Distance: 307 miles (495 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
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$63 Average price Cheapest | $138 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 21m Average total duration Fastest 6h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 52m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 1m faster (6h 51m by train vs 6h 52m by car) and roughly $75 (€61) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($63 (€52) vs $138 (€113)). 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.
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Paltamo
Trains from Helsinki to Paltamo run on average 23 times per day, taking around 6h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:03, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 307 miles (495 km) distance in 6h 56m.
Distance 307 miles (495 km) |
Average train duration 6h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 6h 56m |
First train 7:03 AM |
Last train 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: VR from Helsinki to Paltamo trainsVR trains will get you between Helsinki and Paltamo from $24 (€19). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Paltamo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Paltamo 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 Paltamo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Paltamo
Most Helsinki to Paltamo trains use the Helsinki to Paltamo station pair. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Paltamo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Helsinki station do trains to Paltamo 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 Paltamo from Paltamo city centre
Paltamo train station facilities and services
Paltamo has practical services for this route, including ATM.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Paltamo.
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