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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Joensuu to Lahti
Cheapest price
$59
Average price
$65
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
3 h 44 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
281 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Joensuu to Lahti is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Joensuu to Lahti will cost around $65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $59.
Of the 3 trains that leave Joensuu for Lahti on Tue, Jun 16, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 16 the direct trains cover the 281 km distance in an average of 3 h 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
On Tue, Jun 16 the slowest trains will take 3 h 47 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.
4:10 PM3h43Joensuu7:53 PMLahti$591One-way0 transfers- 2:00 AM3h47Joensuu5:47 AMLahti$641One-way0 transfers
- 3:10 PM3h43Joensuu6:53 PMLahti$711One-way0 transfers
- 4:10 PM3h43Joensuu7:53 PMLahti$591One-way0 transfers
- 3:10 PM3h43Joensuu6:53 PMLahti$711One-way0 transfers
- 2:00 AM3h47Joensuu5:47 AMLahti$641One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Joensuu to Lahti
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Joensuu to Lahti among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 38m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, and a train costs an average of $20.
Distance: 174 miles (281 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$53 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $79 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 8m Average total duration Fastest 3h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration 6h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Joensuu to Lahti:
A bus is $28 (€23) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Joensuu to Lahti costing on average $53 (€43).
Other travel options to Lahti take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 4m.
The journey is about 21m faster (3h 38m by train vs 3h 59m by car) and roughly $27 (€22) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($53 (€43) vs $79 (€64)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with VR.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Joensuu to Lahti train times
The table below shows live departures for Joensuu to Lahti trains for today, Monday, June 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:15 AM Joensuu | 3h38 | 10:53 AM Lahti | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 4:10 PM Joensuu | 3h43 | 7:53 PM Lahti | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Joensuu to Lahti
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Trains from Joensuu to Lahti run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) but you can travel from only $17 (€14) by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 19:23. The fastest train covers the 174 miles (281 km) distance in 3h 38m.
Distance 174 miles (281 km) |
Average train duration 3h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 38m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 7:23 PM |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Train companies: VR from Joensuu to Lahti trainsVR trains will get you between Joensuu and Lahti from $17 (€14). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Joensuu to Lahti
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Joensuu to Lahti 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 Lahti, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Joensuu to Lahti
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, located adjacent to the station building.
- Restaurant Rosso Joensuu
- Ravintola Kerubi
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel
- Scandic Joensuu
- Hotel GreenStar
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Vesijärvenkatu 37.
- Santa Fe
- Ravintola Roux
- Outside the main entrance.
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- €1
- Solo Sokos Hotel Lahden Seurahuone
- Scandic Lahti City
- GreenStar Hotel Lahti
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, not covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Helsinki and other major Finnish cities
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