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Aalto2
Flagship Aalto museum in a landmark building. Essential for understanding Finland’s most famous architect and Jyväskylä’s design heritage.
Cheapest price
€26
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
4 h 1 m
Average duration
4 h 30 m
Trains per day
14
Distance
271 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Turku to Jyväskylä is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Turku to Jyväskylä will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.
It's difficult to get from Turku to Jyväskylä without transferring at least 2 times.
IC-963 · IC-931 · HDM-429
IC-950 · IC-145
IC-954 · S-87
IC-956 · IC-151
S-958 · IC-147
SP-959 · IC-927 · S-89
S-955 · IC-923 · IC-147
IC-943 · IC-909 · IC-93
IC-947 · IC-917 · IC-145
IC-963 · IC-931 · HDM-429Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Turku to Jyväskylä 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 train which can get you there in 4h 35m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 168 miles (271 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€40 Average price | €23 Average price Cheapest | €58 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 4h 35m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 30m Average total duration 8h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Turku to Jyväskylä:
A bus is €17 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Turku to Jyväskylä costing on average €40.
Other travel options to Jyväskylä take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 0m.
Tickets start at around €40 compared to roughly €58 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €18. The journey takes 4h 35m versus 3h 44m 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.
Direct services run with VR.
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 Turku to Jyväskylä 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC-944 · IC-93 | 6:28 AM Kupittaa | 6h17 | 12:45 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
IC-943 · IC-909 · IC-93 | 8:29 AM Kupittaa | 4h16 | 12:45 PM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
IC-948 · IC-65 · IC-146 | 8:40 AM Kupittaa | 7h29 | 4:09 PM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
IC-950 · IC-145 | 9:40 AM Kupittaa | 6h56 | 4:36 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
IC-947 · IC-917 · IC-145 | 11:34 AM Kupittaa | 5h02 | 4:36 PM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
IC-954 · S-87 | 11:40 AM Kupittaa | 6h04 | 5:44 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
IC-956 · IC-151 | 12:40 PM Kupittaa | 5h53 | 6:33 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
S-958 · IC-147 | 1:40 PM Kupittaa | 5h59 | 7:39 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
S-955 · IC-923 · IC-147 | 3:34 PM Kupittaa | 4h05 | 7:39 PM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
IC-962 · S-89 | 3:40 PM Kupittaa | 5h55 | 9:35 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
S-964 · IC-149 | 4:40 PM Kupittaa | 6h03 | 10:43 PM Jyväskylä | 1 transfer | |
SP-959 · IC-927 · S-89 | 5:34 PM Kupittaa | 4h01 | 9:35 PM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
IC-963 · IC-931 · HDM-429 | 7:34 PM Kupittaa | 5h04 | 12:38 AM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
| Tuesday, August 4 | |||||
IC-942 · IC-41 · IC-155 | 5:28 AM Kupittaa | 5h11 | 10:39 AM Jyväskylä | 2 transfers | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Turku to Jyväskylä run on average 14 times per day, taking around 4h 35m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:51, the last at 23:10. The fastest train covers the 168 miles (271 km) distance in 4h 1m.
Distance 168 miles (271 km) |
Average train duration 4h 35m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 4h 1m |
First train 2:51 AM |
Last train 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Discover the best of Jyväskylä — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Jyväskylä trip today.
Flagship Aalto museum in a landmark building. Essential for understanding Finland’s most famous architect and Jyväskylä’s design heritage.
Major Finnish aviation museum with historic aircraft, engines, and military aviation exhibits. A strong pick for transport and history fans.
Museum of Central Finland history and culture, sharing the Aalto2 complex. Great for regional stories, everyday life, and changing exhibitions.
Forest ridge park above the center with stairs, trails, and city views. One of Jyväskylä’s classic walking areas in every season.
Lakeside route around Jyväsjärvi, popular for walking, jogging, and cycling. Excellent for scenery close to the city center.
Small hilltop viewpoint beside Vesilinna, offering one of the best panoramas over Jyväskylä and Lake Jyväsjärvi.
Rye pastry filled with rice porridge or mashed potato, then brushed with butter. A classic Finnish snack found in cafés and markets across Central Finland.
Soft oven-baked cheese from nearby Kainuu and Central Finland, often served warm with cloudberry jam. A beloved Nordic dessert and coffee-table treat.
Slow-cooked pork and barley porridge traditionally eaten in winter and at Christmas. It reflects old farmhouse cooking still familiar in the region.
Popular casual restaurant in Toivola Old Courtyard serving hearty Finnish lunches, baked goods, and local café favorites in a historic setting.
Well-known steakhouse and grill with a long local reputation, offering Finnish meat dishes and a lively yet classic dining room.
Refined Nordic restaurant near the harbor, known for seasonal Finnish ingredients, tasting menus, and polished modern dining.
Moderate for Finland: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is reasonable and budget lunches are available. Costs are lower than Helsinki but higher than many Baltic cities.
Service is included. Tipping is optional: round up in cafes, taxis, or casual meals, and leave about 5-10% only for excellent restaurant service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Turku to Jyväskylä 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 Jyväskylä, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Turku to Jyväskylä trains use the Kupittaa to Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus station pair. Use this guide to compare Turku and Jyväskylä 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.
Turku 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 options include: Restaurant Brahen Kellari, Ravintola Kaskis
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Turku. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Turku. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Turku: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Turku: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Turku: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Julia, Original Sokos Hotel Wiklund, Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel.
Turku satama is 3 km from Turku city centre. Public transport options include:
Turku satama has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Turku satama. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Turku satama. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Turku satama: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Turku satama: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Turku satama: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Seaport, Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel, Scandic Atrium.
Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus is 1 km from Jyväskylä city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus.
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