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A broad cultural history museum complex in old quarters by the cathedral, covering life in Turku from medieval times onward.
Cheapest price
$98
Average price
$98
Fastest journey
5 h 39 m
Average duration
7 h 34 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
409 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Punkaharju to Turku is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Punkaharju to Turku will cost around $98 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $98.
It's difficult to get from Punkaharju to Turku without transferring at least 2 times.










Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Punkaharju to Turku among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $58. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 6h 11m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $58, and a train costs an average of $58.
Distance: 254 miles (409 km)
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
$62 Average price Cheapest | $114 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 41m Average total duration Fastest 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 32m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Turku take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 55m.
Tickets start at around $62 compared to roughly $114 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $51. The journey takes 6h 11m versus 5h 32m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Punkaharju to Turku trains for today, Monday, August 3. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:26 PM Punkaharju | 13h13 | 10:39 AM Turku | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
![]() | 6:49 AM Punkaharju | 6h50 | 1:39 PM Turku | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 9:49 AM Punkaharju | 5h50 | 3:39 PM Turku | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Punkaharju | 5h39 | 6:39 PM Turku | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Punkaharju | 7h09 | 11:09 PM Turku | 2 transfers | |
![]() | 7:05 PM Punkaharju | 12h24 | 7:29 AM Turku | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Punkaharju to Turku run on average 12 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $58 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 06:43, the last at 18:59. The fastest train covers the 254 miles (409 km) distance in 5h 48m.
Distance 254 miles (409 km) |
Average train duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price $58 |
Trains per day 12 |
Fastest train 5h 48m |
First train 6:43 AM |
Last train 6:59 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
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Low Season Jul - Sep |
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Turku Central Railway Station -> Turku Market Square
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Most Punkaharju to Turku trains use the Retretti to Kupittaa station pair. Use this guide to compare Punkaharju and Turku train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Kupittaa is 1 km from Turku city centre. Public transport options include:
Kupittaa has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Available at Kupittaa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kupittaa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kupittaa: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Nearby hotels include Original Sokos Hotel Kupittaa, Scandic Julia, Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel.
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