The cheapest and fastest trains from Kotka to Lahti
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
1 h 36 m
Average duration
1 h 57 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kotka to Lahti is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kotka to Lahti will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 2 trains that leave Kotka for Lahti on Sun, Dec 21, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 36 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 18 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 for Kotka to Lahti
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kotka to Lahti 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 29m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €10, and a bus costs an average of €12.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €15 Average price |
1h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 32m Average total duration 2h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kotka to Lahti train times
The table below shows live departures for Kotka to Lahti trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 2:17 PM Kotka | 1h35 | 3:52 PM Lahti | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:38 PM Kotka | 1h15 | 6:53 PM Lahti | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, December 21 | |||||
![]() | 5:55 AM Kotka | 2h18 | 8:13 AM Lahti | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kotka to Lahti
Trains from Kotka to Lahti run on average 25 times per day, taking around 1h 29m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 8 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:51, the last at 20:38. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 15m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Trains per day 25 |
Direct trains 8 |
Fastest train 1h 15m |
First train 06:51 |
Last train 20:38 |
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FAQs: Trains from Kotka to Lahti
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kotka to Lahti 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 Lahti, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kotka to Lahti
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Vesijärvenkatu 37.
- Santa Fe
- Ravintola Roux
- Outside the main entrance.
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- €1
- Solo Sokos Hotel Lahden Seurahuone
- Scandic Lahti City
- GreenStar Hotel Lahti
- Located in the main hall
- 100 places, not covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki and other destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Helsinki and other major Finnish cities
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