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Combined archaeology and contemporary art museum built around excavated medieval quarters in central Turku. One of the city’s best museum visits for history and modern art together.
Cheapest price
$55
Average price
$63
Fastest journey
7 h 28 m
Average duration
7 h 59 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
430 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Iisalmi to Turku is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Iisalmi to Turku will cost around $63 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $55.
Of the 4 trains that leave Iisalmi for Turku on Mon, Jun 01, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Jun 01 the direct trains cover the 430 km distance in an average of 7 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 28 m .
On Mon, Jun 01 the slowest trains will take 9 h 5 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.








Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Iisalmi to Turku among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $47. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $47, and a train costs an average of $51.
Distance: 267 miles (430 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$63 Average price | $47 Average price Cheapest | $127 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 27m Average total duration Fastest 6h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 24m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Iisalmi to Turku:
A bus is $16 (€13) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Iisalmi to Turku costing on average $63 (€51).
Other travel options to Turku take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 31m.
Tickets start at around $63 (€51) compared to roughly $127 (€102) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $64 (€52). The journey takes 6h 57m versus 6h 24m 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.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Iisalmi to Turku trains for today, Sunday, May 31. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC-67 · PYO-274 · IC-162 · S-979 | 7:39 PM Iisalmi | 13h54 | 9:33 AM Kupittaa | 3 transfers | |
IC-67 · PYO-274 · PYO-904 · IC-948 | 7:39 PM Iisalmi | 12h59 | 8:38 AM Kupittaa | 3 transfers | |
| Monday, June 1 | |||||
![]() | 2:28 AM Iisalmi | 9h05 | 11:33 AM Turku | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:10 AM Iisalmi | 7h28 | 2:38 PM Turku | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Iisalmi | 7h28 | 3:38 PM Turku | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:06 AM Iisalmi | 7h55 | 7:01 PM Turku | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Iisalmi to Turku run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $51 (€41) but you can travel from only $47 (€38) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:45, the last at 21:08. The fastest train covers the 267 miles (430 km) distance in 7h 28m.
Distance 267 miles (430 km) |
Average train duration 6h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price $51 (€41) |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 7h 28m |
First train 2:45 AM |
Last train 9:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 6 days |
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Combined archaeology and contemporary art museum built around excavated medieval quarters in central Turku. One of the city’s best museum visits for history and modern art together.
Open-air museum preserving a rare surviving wooden quarter of old Turku. Excellent for understanding pre-industrial urban life, crafts, and traditional homes.
Museum exhibitions inside Turku Castle covering medieval, Renaissance, and local history. One of the city’s signature heritage attractions.
The city’s signature walking area lined with historic views, museum ships, cafés, and event spaces. Ideal for a first stroll and one of Turku’s most photographed places.
Scenic island area known for nature trails, villas, sea views, and cycling routes. Highly popular in warmer months and excellent for a longer outdoor excursion.
Atmospheric historic quarter around the old square, with cobbled surroundings, cultural venues, and seasonal events. Best explored on foot.
A dark, slightly sweet rye bread from the Turku archipelago, traditionally baked with syrup and often served with butter or fish.
Creamy salmon soup with potatoes, leek, and dill, a Finnish classic widely enjoyed in Turku and coastal Southwest Finland.
Baltic herring patties or fried herring, a traditional coastal dish reflecting Turku’s long maritime and fishing heritage.
A highly regarded Michelin-starred restaurant in Turku known for seasonal Finnish ingredients, refined tasting menus, and intimate service.
A popular modern restaurant and wine bar serving seasonal small plates with strong local produce focus and a stylish casual atmosphere.
A well-established bistro-style restaurant popular for Nordic and Finnish dishes, quality ingredients, and a relaxed but polished atmosphere.
Prices are high by European standards. Groceries are manageable, but restaurants, alcohol, and hotels cost more.
Tipping is not expected. Service is included. You may round up or leave 5-10% for excellent service, but locals often do not tip.
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