The cheapest and fastest trains from Iisalmi to Helsinki
Cheapest price
$39
Average price
$46
Fastest journey
5 h 16 m
Average duration
5 h 40 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
395 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Iisalmi to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Iisalmi to Helsinki will cost around $46 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $39.
Of the 3 trains that leave Iisalmi for Helsinki on Wed, Dec 03, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Dec 03 the direct trains cover the 395 km distance in an average of 5 h 40 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 16 m .
On Wed, Dec 03 the slowest trains will take 6 h 11 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.






Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Iisalmi to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Iisalmi to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €50. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €50, and a flight costs an average of €70.
Distance: 245 miles (395 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€50 Average price | €113 Average price | €50 Average price Cheapest |
6h 1m Average total duration 5h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 57m Average total duration 10h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Iisalmi to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Iisalmi to Helsinki trains for today, Tuesday, December 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:10 AM Iisalmi | 5h34 | 12:44 PM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:06 AM Iisalmi | 5h34 | 3:40 PM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:34 PM Iisalmi | 6h11 | 6:45 PM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, December 3 | |||||
![]() | 1:28 AM Iisalmi | 5h16 | 6:44 AM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Iisalmi to Helsinki
Trains from Iisalmi to Helsinki run on average 18 times per day, taking around 5h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€16) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 245 miles (395 km) distance in 5h 12m.
Distance 245 miles (395 km) |
Average train duration 5h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€16) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 5h 12m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:46 |
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FAQs: Trains from Iisalmi to Helsinki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Iisalmi to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Iisalmi to Helsinki
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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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