The cheapest and fastest trains from Lahti to Kotka
Cheapest price on Sep 19
€6
Average ticket price on Sep 19
€6
Fastest journey on Sep 19
1 h 32 m
Average journey duration on Sep 19
1 h 32 m
Trains on Sep 19
1
Distance
89 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lahti to Kotka is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lahti to Kotka will cost around €6 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Sat, Sep 19, we found 1 trains from Lahti to Kotka, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 19 the direct trains cover the 89 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .
On Sat, Sep 19 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.
5:30 PM1h32Lahti7:02 PMKotka€61One-way0 transfers
5:30 PM1h32Lahti7:02 PMKotka€61One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train for Lahti to Kotka
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lahti to Kotka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of €12 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 53m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €12, while a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 55 miles (89 km)
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
€12 Average price Cheapest | €22 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 38m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lahti to Kotka:
A bus is €0.18 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lahti to Kotka costing on average €12.
Other travel options to Kotka take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 35m.
The journey is about 15m faster (1h 23m by train vs 1h 38m by car) and roughly €10 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (€12 vs €22). 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.
Direct services run with VR.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Lahti to Kotka train times
The table below shows live departures for Lahti to Kotka trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:08 AM Lahti | 1h48 | 12:56 PM Kotka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Lahti | 1h32 | 6:02 PM Kotka | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 PM Lahti | 1h32 | 7:02 PM Kotka | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lahti to Kotka
Trains from Lahti to Kotka run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:00, the last at 20:42. The fastest train covers the 55 miles (89 km) distance in 1h 7m.
Distance 55 miles (89 km) |
Average train duration 1h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 23 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 1h 7m |
First train 4:00 AM |
Last train 8:42 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 1 day |
Train companies: VR from Lahti to Kotka trainsVR trains will get you between Lahti and Kotka from €6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Lahti to Kotka
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lahti to Kotka 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 Kotka, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lahti to Kotka
Most Lahti to Kotka trains use the Lahti to Kotka Satama station pair, with some services arriving at Paimenportin. Use this guide to compare Lahti and Kotka train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Lahti station do trains to Kotka leave from?
Getting to Lahti from Lahti city centre
Lahti train station facilities and services
Lahti has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Santa Fe, Ravintola Roux
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Lahti. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Lahti. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lahti: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Lahti: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lahti: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Solo Sokos Hotel Lahden Seurahuone, Scandic Lahti City, GreenStar Hotel Lahti.
Kotka Satama train station facilities and services
Kotka Satama has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Kotka Satama.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kotka Satama: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kotka Satama: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kotka Satama: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Kotka train station facilities and services
Kotka has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Hotel, and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kotka.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Kotka.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kotka: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Kotka: Bike Rental.
Getting to Paimenportin from Kotka city centre
Paimenportin train station facilities and services
Paimenportin has practical services for this route, including Parking and Bike Rental.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Paimenportin: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Paimenportin: Bike Rental.
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