The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Salo
Cheapest price
$18
Average price
$20
Fastest journey
1 h 23 m
Average duration
1 h 24 m
Trains per day
30
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 $20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $18.
Of the 30 trains that leave Helsinki for Salo on Wed, Nov 12, 30 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Nov 12 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 23 m .
On Wed, Nov 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-951
SP-967
IC-947
IC-973
S-953
IC-941
IC-943
SP-967
IC-947
S-953Travel 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 €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 63 miles (102 km)
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€15 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Helsinki to Salo train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Salo trains for today, Tuesday, November 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC-973 | 8:52 PM Helsinki Central | 1h34 | 10:26 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-973 | 8:58 PM Pasila railway station | 1h28 | 10:26 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, November 12 | |||||
IC-941 | 3:28 AM Helsinki Central | 1h29 | 4:57 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-941 | 3:34 AM Pasila railway station | 1h23 | 4:57 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-943 | 4:28 AM Helsinki Central | 1h30 | 5:58 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-943 | 4:34 AM Pasila railway station | 1h24 | 5:58 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-979 | 5:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 7:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-979 | 5:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 7:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-945 | 6:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 8:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-945 | 6:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 8:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-947 | 7:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 9:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-947 | 7:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 9:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-951 | 9:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 11:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-951 | 9:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 11:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-953 | 10:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 12:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-953 | 10:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 12:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-955 | 11:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 1:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-955 | 11:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 1:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-957 | 12:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 2:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-957 | 12:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 2:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-959 | 1:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 3:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-959 | 1:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 3:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-961 | 2:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 4:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-961 | 2:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 4:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-963 | 3:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 5:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-963 | 3:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 5:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-965 | 4:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 6:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-965 | 4:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 6:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-967 | 7:05 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 8:36 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-967 | 7:11 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 8:36 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Salo
Distance 63 miles (102 km) |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:57 |
Key Takeaways
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Helsinki to Salo start from as low as $7 (€6) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $19 (€15) depending on the train type and class.
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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
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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