The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Punkaharju
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h 51 m
Average duration
3 h 52 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
298 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Punkaharju is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Punkaharju will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 2 trains that leave Helsinki for Punkaharju on Mon, Dec 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct trains cover the 298 km distance in an average of 3 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 51 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest trains will take 3 h 52 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.




Live departures
Helsinki to Punkaharju train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Punkaharju trains for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC-5 · HDM-747 | 11:19 AM Helsinki Central | 3h38 | 2:57 PM Punkaharju railway station | 1 transfer | |
IC-5 · HDM-747 | 11:25 AM Pasila railway station | 3h32 | 2:57 PM Punkaharju railway station | 1 transfer | |
S-9 · HDM-749 | 2:19 PM Helsinki Central | 3h43 | 6:02 PM Punkaharju railway station | 1 transfer | |
S-9 · HDM-749 | 2:25 PM Pasila railway station | 3h37 | 6:02 PM Punkaharju railway station | 1 transfer | |
IC-11 · HDM-751 | 4:29 PM Helsinki Central | 3h51 | 8:20 PM Punkaharju railway station | 1 transfer | |
IC-11 · HDM-751 | 4:35 PM Pasila railway station | 3h45 | 8:20 PM Punkaharju railway station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 8 | |||||
![]() | 3:54 AM Helsinki | 3h52 | 7:46 AM Punkaharju | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Punkaharju
Trains from Helsinki to Punkaharju run on average 10 times per day, taking around 3h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:36, the last at 19:05. The fastest train covers the 185 miles (298 km) distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 185 miles (298 km) |
Average train duration 3h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 10 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 05:36 |
Last train 19:05 |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Punkaharju
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Punkaharju 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 Punkaharju, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Punkaharju
- 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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