The cheapest and fastest trains from Lahti to Kuopio
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
3 h 21 m
Average duration
3 h 21 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
237 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lahti to Kuopio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lahti to Kuopio 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 Lahti for Kuopio on Thu, May 07, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, May 07 the direct trains cover the 237 km distance in an average of 3 h 21 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 21 m .
On Thu, May 07 the slowest trains will take 3 h 21 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.
4:51 AM3h21Lahti8:12 AMKuopio$431One-way0 transfers
4:51 AM3h21Lahti8:12 AMKuopio$431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, train, and flight for Lahti to Kuopio
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lahti to Kuopio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $99.
Distance: 147 miles (237 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $15 Average price Cheapest | $136 Average price | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 48m Average total duration 3h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 20m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Lahti to Kuopio:
A bus is $31 (€24) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Lahti to Kuopio costing on average $46 (€37).
A bus is $120 (€96) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Lahti to Kuopio costing on average $136 (€108).
Other travel options to Kuopio take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 18m.
Bus takes on average 4h 20m.
The journey is about 2m faster (3h 18m by train vs 3h 20m by car) and roughly $22 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($46 (€37) vs $69 (€55)). 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 Kuopio train times
The table below shows live departures for Lahti to Kuopio trains for tomorrow, Thursday, May 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:51 AM Lahti | 3h21 | 8:12 AM Kuopio | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lahti to Kuopio
Trains from Lahti to Kuopio run on average 8 times per day, taking around 3h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 20:13. The fastest train covers the 147 miles (237 km) distance in 3h 12m.
Distance 147 miles (237 km) |
Average train duration 3h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€11) |
Trains per day 8 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 3h 12m |
First train 5:32 AM |
Last train 8:13 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
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Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: VR from Lahti to Kuopio trainsVR trains will get you between Lahti and Kuopio from $13 (€11). 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 Kuopio
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lahti to Kuopio 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 Kuopio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lahti to Kuopio
- 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
- 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, 24 hours a day. Access via Asemakatu.
- Amarillo
- Musta Lammas
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Scandic Kuopio
- Rauhalahti Spa Hotel
- Original Sokos Hotel Puijonsarvi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms and access to trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
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