The cheapest and fastest trains from Kärkölä to Joensuu
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
4 h 13 m
Average duration
4 h 13 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kärkölä to Joensuu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kärkölä to Joensuu will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 1 trains that leave Kärkölä for Joensuu on Sat, Jun 20, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 302 km distance in an average of 4 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 13 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 4 h 13 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.
11:38 AM4h13Kärkölä3:51 PMJoensuu$431One-way0 transfers
11:38 AM4h13Kärkölä3:51 PMJoensuu$431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Kärkölä to Joensuu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kärkölä to Joensuu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $19. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $19, and a train costs an average of $34.
Distance: 187 miles (302 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price | $25 Average price Cheapest | $107 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 55m Average total duration Fastest 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 45m Average total duration 6h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kärkölä to Joensuu:
A bus is $22 (€18) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kärkölä to Joensuu costing on average $47 (€38).
Other travel options to Joensuu take longer:
Bus takes on average 6h 15m.
Tickets start at around $47 (€38) compared to roughly $107 (€88) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $61 (€50). The journey takes 4h 25m versus 4h 18m 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
Kärkölä to Joensuu train times
The table below shows live departures for Kärkölä to Joensuu trains for today, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:38 AM Kärkölä | 4h13 | 2:51 PM Joensuu | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:38 PM Kärkölä | 4h36 | 8:14 PM Joensuu | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Kärkölä to Joensuu by bus or train
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kärkölä to Joensuu
Trains from Kärkölä to Joensuu run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $34 (€28) but you can travel from only $19 (€15) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 18:10. The fastest train covers the 187 miles (302 km) distance in 4h 11m.
Distance 187 miles (302 km) |
Average train duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price $34 (€28) |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 4h 11m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 6:10 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
FAQs: Trains from Kärkölä to Joensuu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kärkölä 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 Kärkölä to Joensuu
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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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