Kotka to Helsinki train with VR

Fri, May 29
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kotka to Helsinki

Showing times and prices for May 29

Cheapest price

$30

Average price

$35

Fastest journey

2 h 10 m

Average duration

2 h 18 m

Trains per day

66

Distance

114 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kotka to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kotka to Helsinki will cost around $35 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $30.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Kotka to Helsinki without transferring at least once.

  • VRLOL-1652 · LOL-9820
    6:53 AM3h21
    Kotka Port railway station
    10:14 AMHelsinki Central
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • VRLOL-1666 · LOL-9852
    3:21 PM2h53
    Paimenportin
    6:14 PMHelsinki Central
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • VRLOL-1664 · LOL-9844
    12:49 PM3h25
    Kotka station
    4:14 PMHelsinki Central
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • VRLOL-1666 · LOL-9852
    3:16 PM2h58
    Kotka Port railway station
    6:14 PMHelsinki Central
    $301One-way
    1 transfer
  • VRLOL-1652 · LOL-9920 · LOL-9646
    6:53 AM3h56
    Kotka Port railway station
    10:49 AMHelsinki Central
    $301One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train for Kotka to Helsinki

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kotka to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a train costs an average of $15.

Distance: 70 miles (114 km)

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Driving

$29

Average price

Cheapest

$31

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

2h 45m

Average total duration

Fastest

2h 15m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 37m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

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Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Kotka to Helsinki is a train with an average price of $29 (€24).
The fastest way to travel from Kotka to Helsinki is by bus with an average journey time of 2h 1m.

Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:

Train takes on average 2h 15m.

Yes, you can take a train between Kotka and Helsinki.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Kotka to Helsinki among Omio's users.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around $29 (€24) compared to roughly $31 (€25) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $2 (€2). The journey takes 2h 15m versus 1h 37m 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

Kotka to Helsinki train times

The table below shows live departures for Kotka to Helsinki trains for tomorrow, Friday, May 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
VRLOL-1652 · S-26:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
2h37
9:30 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1652 · LOL-98206:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
3h21
10:14 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1652 · LOL-9920 · LOL-96466:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
3h56
10:49 AM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1652 · LOL-9920 · IC-1426:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
6h06
12:59 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1652 · LOL-98206:55 AM Kotka station
3h19
10:14 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1652 · S-26:55 AM Kotka station
2h35
9:30 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1652 · LOL-9920 · LOL-96466:55 AM Kotka station
3h54
10:49 AM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1652 · LOL-9920 · IC-1426:55 AM Kotka station
6h04
12:59 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1652 · LOL-98206:58 AM Paimenportin
3h16
10:14 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1652 · S-26:58 AM Paimenportin
2h32
9:30 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1652 · LOL-9920 · LOL-96466:58 AM Paimenportin
3h51
10:49 AM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1652 · LOL-9920 · IC-1426:58 AM Paimenportin
6h01
12:59 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1654 · IC-47:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
2h51
10:44 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1654 · IC-47:55 AM Kotka station
2h49
10:44 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1654 · IC-47:58 AM Paimenportin
2h46
10:44 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1656 · S-648:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
3h51
12:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1656 · LOL-1658 · LOL-9932 · LOL-96668:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
4h56
1:49 PM Helsinki Central3 transfers
VRLOL-1656 · LOL-1658 · LOL-98328:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
4h21
1:14 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1656 · S-648:55 AM Kotka station
3h49
12:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1656 · LOL-1658 · LOL-98328:55 AM Kotka station
4h19
1:14 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1656 · LOL-1658 · LOL-9932 · LOL-96668:55 AM Kotka station
4h54
1:49 PM Helsinki Central3 transfers
VRLOL-1656 · S-648:58 AM Paimenportin
3h46
12:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1656 · LOL-1658 · LOL-98328:58 AM Paimenportin
4h16
1:14 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1656 · LOL-1658 · LOL-9932 · LOL-96668:58 AM Paimenportin
4h51
1:49 PM Helsinki Central3 transfers
VRLOL-1664 · LOL-984412:47 PM Kotka Port railway station
3h27
4:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1664 · IC-812:47 PM Kotka Port railway station
3h57
4:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1664 · IC-6612:47 PM Kotka Port railway station
2h57
3:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1664 · LOL-9944 · LOL-968612:47 PM Kotka Port railway station
4h02
4:49 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1664 · IC-6612:49 PM Kotka station
2h55
3:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1664 · LOL-984412:49 PM Kotka station
3h25
4:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1664 · IC-812:49 PM Kotka station
3h55
4:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1664 · LOL-9944 · LOL-968612:49 PM Kotka station
4h00
4:49 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1664 · LOL-984412:52 PM Paimenportin
3h22
4:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1664 · IC-812:52 PM Paimenportin
3h52
4:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1664 · IC-6612:52 PM Paimenportin
2h52
3:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1664 · LOL-9944 · LOL-968612:52 PM Paimenportin
3h57
4:49 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1666 · LOL-98523:16 PM Kotka Port railway station
2h58
6:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1666 · LOL-9952 · LOL-97003:16 PM Kotka Port railway station
3h33
6:49 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1666 · LOL-9952 · IC-1463:16 PM Kotka Port railway station
4h43
7:59 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1666 · LOL-98523:18 PM Kotka station
2h56
6:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1666 · LOL-9952 · IC-1463:18 PM Kotka station
4h41
7:59 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1666 · LOL-9952 · LOL-97003:18 PM Kotka station
3h31
6:49 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1666 · LOL-98523:21 PM Paimenportin
2h53
6:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1666 · LOL-9952 · IC-1463:21 PM Paimenportin
4h38
7:59 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1666 · LOL-9952 · LOL-97003:21 PM Paimenportin
3h28
6:49 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1670 · S-1144:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
2h15
6:29 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1670 · IC-684:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
2h30
6:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1670 · S-1144:16 PM Kotka station
2h13
6:29 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1670 · IC-684:16 PM Kotka station
2h28
6:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1670 · IC-684:19 PM Paimenportin
2h25
6:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1670 · S-1144:19 PM Paimenportin
2h10
6:29 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1672 · IC-105:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
2h31
7:45 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1672 · LOL-98605:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
3h00
8:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1672 · LOL-9960 · LOL-97145:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
3h35
8:49 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1672 · IC-105:16 PM Kotka station
2h29
7:45 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1672 · LOL-98605:16 PM Kotka station
2h58
8:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1672 · LOL-9960 · LOL-97145:16 PM Kotka station
3h33
8:49 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1672 · LOL-98605:19 PM Paimenportin
2h55
8:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1672 · IC-105:19 PM Paimenportin
2h26
7:45 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1672 · LOL-9960 · LOL-97145:19 PM Paimenportin
3h30
8:49 PM Helsinki Central2 transfers
VRLOL-1676 · IC-726:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
2h30
8:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1676 · IC-706:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
3h30
9:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1676 · IC-706:16 PM Kotka station
3h28
9:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1676 · IC-726:16 PM Kotka station
2h28
8:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1676 · IC-726:19 PM Paimenportin
2h25
8:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
VRLOL-1676 · IC-706:19 PM Paimenportin
3h25
9:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kotka to Helsinki

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Trains from Kotka to Helsinki run on average 40 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 70 miles (114 km) distance in 2h 10m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
70 miles (114 km)
Average train duration
2h 15m
Cheapest ticket price
$15 (€12)
Trains per day
40
Fastest train
2h 10m
First train
12:10 AM
Last train
8:42 PM
Cheapest Month
Mar
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Oct - Dec
Low Season
Apr - Jun
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Sun
Best time to book
1 day
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: VR from Kotka to Helsinki trainsVR trains will get you between Kotka and Helsinki from $15 (€12). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
VR frequency
46 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Kotka to Helsinki

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kotka to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Kotka to Helsinki can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $15 (€12), while the average price is around $29 (€24).
The train from Kotka to Helsinki takes 2h 10m and runs 40 per day.
The first train from Kotka to Helsinki leaves at 12:10 AM.
The distance by train from Kotka to Helsinki is 70 miles (114 km).
The last train from Kotka to Helsinki leaves at 8:42 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Kotka to Helsinki.
There is no direct train service currently available from Kotka to Helsinki.
Yes, there is a night train from Kotka to Helsinki.
The train station in Kotka that goes to Helsinki is Kotka station, which connects to Helsinki Central.
The cheapest way to get from Kotka to Helsinki is by train, with a cost of around $15 (€12).
The train journey from Kotka to Helsinki offers scenic views of Finland's lush forests, picturesque countryside, and glimpses of the Gulf of Finland, making it a pleasant and visually appealing trip.
A day trip from Kotka to Helsinki is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 10m. Trains run 38 times per day.
In Helsinki, explore the Seurasaari Open-Air Museum to see traditional Finnish wooden buildings, visit the Helsinki Zoo on Korkeasaari Island, and wander through the vibrant Design District. Relax in Esplanadi Park or enjoy a Finnish sauna at Löyly. Discover Suomenlinna's historical sea fortress, admire the architecture of Helsinki Cathedral, and visit the unique Temppeliaukio Church. Don't miss the lively Market Square and contemporary art at Kiasma.
Three to four days in Helsinki is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, experience the local culture, and enjoy the vibrant dining and shopping scenes.
Yes, you can take the train from Kotka to Helsinki.
Since both Kotka and Helsinki are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Helsinki include Turku, Lahti, Hämeenlinna, Kouvola, Salo.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Kotka to Helsinki among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Finland uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted across Finland, including in public transportation, restaurants, and shops, though having some cash on hand can be useful for small purchases or in remote areas.
In Helsinki, main safety concerns for travelers include pickpocketing in crowded areas and public transportation, especially near major tourist sites. Scams are relatively rare but travelers should be cautious of unofficial taxi drivers overcharging and false charity collectors. It’s advisable to use licensed taxis and be vigilant with personal belongings to avoid common petty theft. Overall, Helsinki is considered a safe city with low crime rates.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Kotka to Helsinki

Kotka
Helsinki
The major train station for departures in Kotka is Kotka. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kotka for your trip from Kotka to Helsinki.
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address
Address
48100 Kotka, Finland
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Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
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Bike ParkingBike Parking
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address
Address
48100 Kotka, Finland
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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address
Address
48200 Kotka, Finland

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