4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Salo
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 24 m
Average duration
1 h 25 m
Trains per day
28
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Salo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Salo will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 28 trains that leave Helsinki for Salo on Tue, May 12, 28 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 12 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 24 m .
On Tue, May 12 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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-95312:35 PM1h31Helsinki Central2:06 PMSalo railway station$181One-way0 transfers- IC-95312:41 PM1h25Pasila railway station2:06 PMSalo railway station$181One-way0 transfers
- IC-9656:41 PM1h25Pasila railway station8:06 PMSalo railway station$201One-way0 transfers
- IC-9572:41 PM1h25Pasila railway station4:06 PMSalo railway station$201One-way0 transfers
- SP-9679:11 PM1h25Pasila railway station10:36 PMSalo railway station$201One-way0 transfers
- IC-9415:32 AM1h24Pasila railway station6:56 AMSalo railway station$201One-way0 transfers
- IC-9656:41 PM1h25Pasila railway station8:06 PMSalo railway station$201One-way0 transfers
- IC-9572:41 PM1h25Pasila railway station4:06 PMSalo railway station$201One-way0 transfers
- IC-9635:41 PM1h25Pasila railway station7:06 PMSalo railway station$231One-way0 transfers
- SP-9679:11 PM1h25Pasila railway station10:36 PMSalo railway station$201One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Helsinki to Salo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Salo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $7.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$18 Average price | $12 Average price Cheapest | $28 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 10m Average total duration 1h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 26m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Salo:
A bus is $6 (€5) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsinki to Salo costing on average $18 (€14).
Other travel options to Salo take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 40m.
Tickets start at around {cheapestPrice} compared to roughly {drivingPriceInCents} in fuel and tolls — a saving of about {savingsAmount}. The journey takes {durationInMinutes} versus {drivingDurationInMinutes} 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.
Direct services run with VR.
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 Salo train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Salo trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, May 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-941 | 5:26 AM Helsinki Central | 1h30 | 6:56 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-941 | 5:32 AM Pasila railway station | 1h24 | 6:56 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-943 | 6:26 AM Helsinki Central | 1h32 | 7:58 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-943 | 6:32 AM Pasila railway station | 1h26 | 7:58 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-979 | 7:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 9:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-979 | 7:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 9:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-945 | 8:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 10:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-945 | 8:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 10:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-947 | 9:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 11:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-947 | 9:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 11:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-951 | 11:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 1:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-951 | 11:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 1:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-953 | 12:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 2:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-953 | 12:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 2:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-955 | 1:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 3:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-955 | 1:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 3:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-957 | 2:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 4:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-957 | 2:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 4:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-959 | 3:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 5:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-959 | 3:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 5:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-961 | 4:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 6:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-961 | 4:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 6:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-963 | 5:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 7:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-963 | 5:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 7:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-965 | 6:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 8:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-965 | 6:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 8:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-967 | 9:05 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 10:36 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-967 | 9:11 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 10:36 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Salo
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Trains from Helsinki to Salo run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 63 miles (102 km) distance in 1h 28m.
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 1h 28m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 2 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Salo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Salo 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 Salo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Salo
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Lockers
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Hotel
Lounge
Lost and Found Office
Ticket Office
Bike Parking
Bike Rental
Car Rental
Information Desk
Luggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCBike Parking- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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