The cheapest and fastest trains from Joensuu to Vantaa
Cheapest price
$62
Average price
$76
Fastest journey
4 h 15 m
Average duration
4 h 19 m
Trains per day
19
Distance
359 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Joensuu to Vantaa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Joensuu to Vantaa will cost around $76 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $62.
Of the 19 trains that leave Joensuu for Vantaa on Sun, Jun 21, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jun 21 the direct trains cover the 359 km distance in an average of 4 h 19 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
On Sun, Jun 21 the slowest trains will take 4 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.
HDM-720 · IC-1426:00 AM6h42Joensuu station12:42 PMTikkurila$621One-way1 transfer
HDM-720 · IC-142 · LOL-191076:00 AM7h00Joensuu station1:00 PMHiekkaharju railway station$621One-way2 transfers
HDM-720 · IC-142 · IC-366:00 AM6h22Joensuu station12:22 PMTikkurila$651One-way2 transfers
HDM-720 · IC-646:00 AM6h27Joensuu station12:27 PMTikkurila$681One-way1 transfer
HDM-720 · IC-64 · LOL-191056:00 AM6h40Joensuu station12:40 PMHiekkaharju railway station$681One-way2 transfers
S-10610:15 AM4h15Joensuu station2:30 PMTikkurila$831One-way0 transfers
IC-812:10 PM4h17Joensuu station4:27 PMTikkurila$801One-way0 transfers
IC-103:10 PM4h20Joensuu station7:30 PMTikkurila$831One-way0 transfers
IC-126:10 PM4h20Joensuu station10:30 PMTikkurila$741One-way0 transfers
S-106 · LOL-1911710:15 AM4h25Joensuu station2:40 PMHiekkaharju railway station$831One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Joensuu to Vantaa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Joensuu to Vantaa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $22, and a train costs an average of $14.
Distance: 223 miles (359 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $100 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 4h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 5m Average total duration 7h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Joensuu to Vantaa:
A bus is $21 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Joensuu to Vantaa costing on average $49 (€40).
Other travel options to Vantaa take longer:
Bus takes on average 7h 35m.
The journey is about 27m faster (4h 23m by train vs 4h 50m by car) and roughly $51 (€42) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($49 (€40) vs $100 (€81)). 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 Vantaa train times
The table below shows live departures for Joensuu to Vantaa trains for today, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:10 PM Joensuu | 4h20 | 4:30 PM Vantaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:10 PM Joensuu | 4h20 | 8:30 PM Vantaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, June 21 | |||||
HDM-720 · IC-64 | 6:00 AM Joensuu station | 6h27 | 12:27 PM Tikkurila | 1 transfer | |
HDM-720 · IC-142 · LOL-19107 | 6:00 AM Joensuu station | 7h00 | 1:00 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2 transfers | |
HDM-720 · IC-142 · IC-36 | 6:00 AM Joensuu station | 6h22 | 12:22 PM Tikkurila | 2 transfers | |
HDM-720 · IC-142 | 6:00 AM Joensuu station | 6h42 | 12:42 PM Tikkurila | 1 transfer | |
HDM-720 · IC-64 · LOL-19105 | 6:00 AM Joensuu station | 6h40 | 12:40 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2 transfers | |
IC-6 | 9:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h27 | 1:27 PM Tikkurila | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-6 · LOL-19111 | 9:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h40 | 1:40 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1 transfer | |
S-106 | 10:15 AM Joensuu station | 4h15 | 2:30 PM Tikkurila | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-106 · LOL-19117 | 10:15 AM Joensuu station | 4h25 | 2:40 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Joensuu to Vantaa
Trains from Joensuu to Vantaa run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 18:45. The fastest train covers the 223 miles (359 km) distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 223 miles (359 km) |
Average train duration 4h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 1:02 AM |
Last train 6:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Joensuu to Vantaa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Joensuu to Vantaa 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 Vantaa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Joensuu to Vantaa
Most Joensuu to Vantaa trains use the Joensuu to Lentoasema station pair, with some services arriving at Tikkurila. Use this guide to compare Joensuu and Vantaa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Joensuu station do trains to Vantaa leave from?
Getting to Joensuu from Joensuu city centre
Joensuu train station facilities and services
Joensuu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Rosso Joensuu, Ravintola Kerubi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Joensuu. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Joensuu. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Joensuu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Joensuu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Joensuu.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel, Scandic Joensuu, Hotel GreenStar.
Which Vantaa station do trains from Joensuu arrive at?
Getting to Tikkurila from Vantaa city centre
Tikkurila train station facilities and services
Tikkurila has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Tikkurila, Amarillo Vantaa
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tikkurila. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Tikkurila. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tikkurila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tikkurila: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tikkurila: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Original Sokos Hotel Vantaa, Break Sokos Hotel Flamingo, Scandic Helsinki Aviacongress.
Getting to Hiekkaharju from Vantaa city centre
Hiekkaharju train station facilities and services
Hiekkaharju has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Hiekkaharju.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Hiekkaharju: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Hiekkaharju: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Hiekkaharju: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Getting to Aviapolis from Vantaa city centre
Aviapolis train station facilities and services
Aviapolis has practical services for this route, including Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, and Car Rental.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Aviapolis: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Aviapolis: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Aviapolis: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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