The cheapest and fastest trains from Kouvola to Helsinki
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$19
Fastest journey
1 h 19 m
Average duration
1 h 41 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kouvola to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kouvola to Helsinki will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 5 trains that leave Kouvola for Helsinki on Sun, Dec 21, 5 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 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 41 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 19 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 2 h 15 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 and bus for Kouvola to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kouvola to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a train costs an average of €7.
Distance: 77 miles (124 km)
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€17 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kouvola to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Kouvola to Helsinki 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LOL-9804 | 2:50 AM Kouvola station | 1h44 | 4:34 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9804 | 2:50 AM Kouvola station | 1h38 | 4:28 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-102 | 4:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h21 | 5:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-102 | 4:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h15 | 5:34 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-104 | 5:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h14 | 6:33 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-104 | 5:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h21 | 6:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-1652 · LOL-9820 | 5:42 AM Kouvola station | 2h26 | 8:08 AM Pasila railway station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-1652 · LOL-9820 | 5:42 AM Kouvola station | 2h32 | 8:14 AM Helsinki Central | 1 transfer | |
IC-2 | 6:09 AM Kouvola station | 1h21 | 7:30 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-2 | 6:09 AM Kouvola station | 1h14 | 7:23 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-62 | 6:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h25 | 7:44 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-62 | 6:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h18 | 7:37 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-4 | 7:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h25 | 8:44 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-4 | 7:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h18 | 8:37 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-1658 · LOL-9832 | 8:42 AM Kouvola station | 2h32 | 11:14 AM Helsinki Central | 1 transfer | |
LOL-1658 · LOL-9832 | 8:42 AM Kouvola station | 2h26 | 11:08 AM Pasila railway station | 1 transfer | |
S-64 | 9:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h18 | 10:37 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-64 | 9:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h25 | 10:44 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-6 | 10:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h18 | 11:37 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-6 | 10:19 AM Kouvola station | 1h25 | 11:44 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-106 | 11:24 AM Kouvola station | 1h15 | 12:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-106 | 11:24 AM Kouvola station | 1h21 | 12:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-1664 · LOL-9844 | 11:36 AM Kouvola station | 2h32 | 2:08 PM Pasila railway station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-1664 · LOL-9844 | 11:36 AM Kouvola station | 2h38 | 2:14 PM Helsinki Central | 1 transfer | |
IC-66 | 12:19 PM Kouvola station | 1h18 | 1:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-66 | 12:19 PM Kouvola station | 1h25 | 1:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-8 | 1:19 PM Kouvola station | 1h18 | 2:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-8 | 1:19 PM Kouvola station | 1h25 | 2:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-74 | 1:58 PM Kouvola station | 1h20 | 3:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-74 | 1:58 PM Kouvola station | 1h27 | 3:25 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-114 | 3:07 PM Kouvola station | 1h15 | 4:22 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-114 | 3:07 PM Kouvola station | 1h22 | 4:29 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-68 | 3:19 PM Kouvola station | 1h18 | 4:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-68 | 3:19 PM Kouvola station | 1h25 | 4:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-1672 · LOL-9860 | 4:03 PM Kouvola station | 2h11 | 6:14 PM Helsinki Central | 1 transfer | |
LOL-1672 · LOL-9860 | 4:03 PM Kouvola station | 2h05 | 6:08 PM Pasila railway station | 1 transfer | |
IC-10 | 4:24 PM Kouvola station | 1h15 | 5:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-10 | 4:24 PM Kouvola station | 1h21 | 5:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-70 | 6:15 PM Kouvola station | 1h22 | 7:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-70 | 6:15 PM Kouvola station | 1h29 | 7:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-12 | 7:26 PM Kouvola station | 1h19 | 8:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-12 | 7:26 PM Kouvola station | 1h13 | 8:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kouvola to Helsinki
Trains from Kouvola to Helsinki run on average 38 times per day, taking around 1h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€7) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by bus.
There are 30 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:40. The fastest train covers the 77 miles (124 km) distance in 1h 19m.
Distance 77 miles (124 km) |
Average train duration 1h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€7) |
Trains per day 38 |
Direct trains 30 |
Fastest train 1h 19m |
First train 00:09 |
Last train 23:40 |
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kouvola 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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kouvola to Helsinki
- 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Elielinaukio and Postikatu.
- Restaurant Vltava
- Ravintola Zetor
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Kämp
- Scandic Simonkenttä
- Clarion Hotel Helsinki
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- Tram: Lines 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via the Tripla shopping center.
- Restaurant Tripla
- Outrun Cafe
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Scandic Pasila
- Original Sokos Hotel Tripla
- Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo
- Located in the main hall
- 3,400 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for commuter trains
- Hall 3: access to Tripla shopping center
- Tram: Lines 2, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Local and long-distance services
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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