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Finnish Railway Museum
A major railway museum with locomotives, carriages, and exhibits on Finland's rail history in a former station setting.
Cheapest price on Oct 24
€30
Average ticket price on Oct 24
€30
Fastest journey on Oct 24
8 h 30 m
Average journey duration on Oct 24
8 h 30 m
Trains on Oct 24
1
Distance
173 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Petäjävesi to Kouvola is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Petäjävesi to Kouvola will cost around €30 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
On Sat, Oct 24, we found 1 trains from Petäjävesi to Kouvola, including 1 direct services.
On Sat, Oct 24 the direct trains cover the 173 km distance in an average of 8 h 30 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 30 m .
On Sat, Oct 24 the slowest trains will take 8 h 30 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.


Trains from Petäjävesi to Kouvola run on average 6 times per day, taking around 5h 15m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €37 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:53, the last at 19:19. The fastest train covers the 107 miles (173 km) distance in 3h 18m.
Distance 107 miles (173 km) |
Average train duration 5h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price €37 |
Trains per day 6 |
Fastest train 3h 18m |
First train 1:53 AM |
Last train 7:19 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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The table below shows live departures for Petäjävesi to Kouvola trains for today, Friday, October 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HDM-420 · IC-42 · IC-75 | 5:33 AM Petäjävesi | 5h24 | 10:57 AM Kouvola station | 2 transfers | |
HDM-420 · LOL-9646 · LOL-9925 · LOL-1667 | 5:33 AM Petäjävesi | 8h30 | 2:03 PM Kouvola station | 3 transfers | |
HDM-420 · LOL-9646 · LOL-9831 · LOL-1667 | 5:33 AM Petäjävesi | 8h30 | 2:03 PM Kouvola station | 3 transfers | |
HDM-420 · S-140 · LOL-9921 · LOL-1661 | 5:33 AM Petäjävesi | 5h18 | 10:51 AM Kouvola station | 3 transfers | |
HDM-420 · LOL-9646 · IC-65 | 5:33 AM Petäjävesi | 7h09 | 12:42 PM Kouvola station | 2 transfers | |
HDM-482 · IC-144 · IC-111 | 11:40 AM Petäjävesi | 7h00 | 6:40 PM Kouvola station | 2 transfers | |
HDM-482 · IC-144 · IC-48 · S-9 | 11:40 AM Petäjävesi | 6h00 | 5:40 PM Kouvola station | 3 transfers | |
HDM-482 · IC-144 · LOL-9853 | 11:40 AM Petäjävesi | 6h53 | 6:33 PM Kouvola station | 2 transfers | |
HDM-482 · IC-143 · IC-68 | 11:40 AM Petäjävesi | 5h29 | 5:09 PM Kouvola station | 2 transfers | |
HDM-481 · HDM-426 · LOL-9700 · LOL-9957 | 12:56 PM Petäjävesi | 7h17 | 8:13 PM Kouvola station | 4 transfers | |
HDM-481 · HDM-426 · IC-24 · IC-111 | 12:56 PM Petäjävesi | 5h44 | 6:40 PM Kouvola station | 3 transfers | |
HDM-481 · IC-50 · IC-11 | 12:56 PM Petäjävesi | 6h55 | 7:51 PM Kouvola station | 2 transfers | |
HDM-485 · PYO-266 · IC-61 | 8:15 PM Petäjävesi | 11h04 | 7:19 AM Kouvola station | 2 transfers | |
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A major railway museum with locomotives, carriages, and exhibits on Finland's rail history in a former station setting.
An art museum in the historic barracks area, showing changing exhibitions of Finnish and international contemporary art.
A city museum presenting Kouvola's local history, everyday life, and changing temporary exhibitions in central Kouvola.
A large national park area known for forest trails, lakes, cliffs, and classic Finnish scenery near Kouvola.
A restored garrison district with red-brick buildings, museums, events, and pleasant walking routes near the center.
A well-known lookout rock in Repovesi offering elevated lake and forest views after a rewarding hike.
Rye-crusted fish pie from the Kymenlaakso area, traditionally filled with vendace or perch and pork. A hearty eastern Finnish classic linked to nearby lake regions.
Thin Karelian rye pastries filled with rice porridge or potato. Common across eastern Finland and widely eaten in Kouvola with egg butter.
Savory pastries with a rye crust and rice porridge filling. A regional Kymenlaakso specialty especially associated with nearby Lemi but found in Kouvola.
Well-known market hall bakery-café stop for coffee, pastries, and light savory bites. Good place to try everyday Finnish café culture.
Popular casual restaurant in central Kouvola known for pizzas and relaxed dining. Reliable choice for an easy meal near services and transport.
Established bistro-style restaurant serving Finnish and European dishes in a comfortable city-center setting suitable for lunch or dinner.
Moderate for Finland. Hotels and dining cost more than in Eastern Europe, but local transit and casual meals are manageable for most visitors.
Tipping is not expected. Restaurants, taxis, and cafes usually include service; round up or leave a small amount only for excellent service.
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