The cheapest and fastest trains from Jyväskylä to Kitee
Cheapest price
$50
Average price
$51
Fastest journey
5 h
Average duration
5 h
Trains per day
2
Distance
230 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jyväskylä to Kitee is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jyväskylä to Kitee will cost around $51 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $50.
Of the 2 trains that leave Jyväskylä for Kitee on Wed, Jun 10, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct trains cover the 230 km distance in an average of 5 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 5 h 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.
7:41 AM5h00Jyväskylä12:41 PMKitee$501One-way0 transfers
8:41 AM5h00Jyväskylä1:41 PMKitee$521One-way0 transfers
8:41 AM5h00Jyväskylä1:41 PMKitee$521One-way0 transfers
7:41 AM5h00Jyväskylä12:41 PMKitee$501One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Jyväskylä to Kitee
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jyväskylä to Kitee among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $14, and a bus costs an average of $65.
Distance: 142 miles (230 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$49 Average price Cheapest | $65 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 35m Average total duration Fastest 4h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 2m Average total duration 13h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 54m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jyväskylä to Kitee:
A train is $16 (€13) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Jyväskylä to Kitee costing on average $65 (€53).
Other travel options to Kitee take longer:
Bus takes on average 13h 32m.
Tickets start at around $49 (€40) compared to roughly $69 (€56) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $20 (€16). The journey takes 4h 5m versus 3h 54m 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.
Live departures
Jyväskylä to Kitee train times
The table below shows live departures for Jyväskylä to Kitee trains for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC-145 · IC-70 · IC-11 | 4:38 PM Jyväskylä | 6h02 | 10:40 PM Kitee | 2 transfers | |
HDM-485 · PYO-266 · IC-1 | 7:47 PM Jyväskylä | 15h15 | 11:02 AM Kitee | 2 transfers | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
![]() | 7:41 AM Jyväskylä | 5h00 | 12:41 PM Kitee | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:41 AM Jyväskylä | 5h00 | 1:41 PM Kitee | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jyväskylä to Kitee
Trains from Jyväskylä to Kitee run on average 11 times per day, taking around 4h 5m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€11) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 04:32, the last at 19:47. The fastest train covers the 142 miles (230 km) distance in 5h 0m.
Distance 142 miles (230 km) |
Average train duration 4h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€11) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 0m |
First train 4:32 AM |
Last train 7:47 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Train companies: VR from Jyväskylä to Kitee trainsVR trains will get you between Jyväskylä and Kitee from $14 (€11). 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 Jyväskylä to Kitee
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jyväskylä to Kitee 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 Kitee, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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