The cheapest and fastest trains from Jyväskylä to Varkaus
Cheapest price
$10
Average price
$18
Fastest journey
1 h 39 m
Average duration
1 h 39 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
111 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jyväskylä to Varkaus is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jyväskylä to Varkaus will cost around $18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $10.
Of the 2 trains that leave Jyväskylä for Varkaus 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 111 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 39 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 39 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.
8:41 AM1h39Jyväskylä10:20 AMVarkaus$101One-way0 transfers
7:41 AM1h39Jyväskylä9:20 AMVarkaus$261One-way0 transfers
8:41 AM1h39Jyväskylä10:20 AMVarkaus$101One-way0 transfers
7:41 AM1h39Jyväskylä9:20 AMVarkaus$261One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Jyväskylä to Varkaus
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jyväskylä to Varkaus among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $10. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $10, and a bus costs an average of $27.
Distance: 68 miles (111 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$20 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 52m Average total duration Fastest 1h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 18m Average total duration 1h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 43m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jyväskylä to Varkaus:
A train is $7 (€6) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Jyväskylä to Varkaus costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Varkaus take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 48m.
The journey is about 21m faster (1h 22m by train vs 1h 43m by car) and roughly $10 (€8) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($20 (€16) vs $30 (€24)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Jyväskylä to Varkaus train times
The table below shows live departures for Jyväskylä to Varkaus 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-147 · HDM-729 | 7:42 PM Jyväskylä | 1h43 | 9:25 PM Varkaus | 1 transfer | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
![]() | 7:41 AM Jyväskylä | 1h39 | 9:20 AM Varkaus | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:41 AM Jyväskylä | 1h39 | 10:20 AM Varkaus | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jyväskylä to Varkaus
Trains from Jyväskylä to Varkaus run on average 2 times per day, taking around 1h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $10 (€8) if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 07:35, the last at 19:42. The fastest train covers the 68 miles (111 km) distance in 1h 39m.
Distance 68 miles (111 km) |
Average train duration 1h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $10 (€8) |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 1h 39m |
First train 7:35 AM |
Last train 7:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Jyväskylä to Varkaus
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jyväskylä to Varkaus 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 Varkaus, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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