The cheapest and fastest trains from Jyväskylä to Joensuu
Cheapest price
$37
Average price
$45
Fastest journey
3 h 19 m
Average duration
3 h 35 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jyväskylä to Joensuu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jyväskylä to Joensuu will cost around $45 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $37.
Of the 3 trains that leave Jyväskylä for Joensuu on Fri, Dec 05, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 3 h 46 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 and bus for Jyväskylä to Joensuu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jyväskylä to Joensuu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 131 miles (211 km)
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€35 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 25m Average total duration 3h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Jyväskylä to Joensuu train times
The table below shows live departures for Jyväskylä to Joensuu trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 7:45 AM Jyväskylä | 3h46 | 11:31 AM Joensuu | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:41 PM Jyväskylä | 3h19 | 8:00 PM Joensuu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jyväskylä to Joensuu
Trains from Jyväskylä to Joensuu run on average 4 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) but you can travel from only $10 (€8) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:00, the last at 19:41. The fastest train covers the 131 miles (211 km) distance in 3h 15m.
Distance 131 miles (211 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 3h 15m |
First train 05:00 |
Last train 19:41 |
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FAQs: Trains from Jyväskylä to Joensuu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jyväskylä to Joensuu 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 Joensuu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Jyväskylä to Joensuu
- 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
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