The cheapest and fastest trains from Riihimäki to Helsinki
Cheapest price
$8
Average price
$14
Fastest journey
54 m
Average duration
58 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
64 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riihimäki to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riihimäki to Helsinki will cost around $14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Riihimäki for Helsinki on Fri, Dec 26, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 26 the direct trains cover the 64 km distance in an average of 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 54 m .
On Fri, Dec 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 1 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 Riihimäki to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riihimäki to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 54m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 39 miles (64 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€10 Average price | €7 Average price Cheapest |
1h 24m Average total duration Fastest 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 6m Average total duration 1h 36m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Riihimäki to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Riihimäki to Helsinki trains for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:19 AM Riihimäki | 1h01 | 10:20 AM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:08 PM Riihimäki | 0h51 | 2:59 PM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 26 | |||||
![]() | 1:55 AM Riihimäki | 0h54 | 2:49 AM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:19 AM Riihimäki | 1h01 | 8:20 AM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Riihimäki to Helsinki
Trains from Riihimäki to Helsinki run on average 103 times per day, taking around 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 100 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:10, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 39 miles (64 km) distance in 46m.
Distance 39 miles (64 km) |
Average train duration 54m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 103 |
Direct trains 100 |
Fastest train 46m |
First train 00:10 |
Last train 23:55 |
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FAQs: Trains from Riihimäki to Helsinki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riihimäki 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 Riihimäki 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
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