Vantaa to Karis train with VR

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Vantaa to Karis

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for Sep 19

Cheapest price on Sep 19

$13

Average ticket price on Sep 19

$15

Fastest journey on Sep 19

1 h 30 m

Average journey duration on Sep 19

1 h 30 m

Trains on Sep 19

37

Distance

80 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vantaa to Karis is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Vantaa to Karis will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $13.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Vantaa to Karis without transferring at least 2 times.

  • VRLOL-8769 · LOL-8563 · SP-941
    2:01 AM4h27
    Tikkurila
    6:28 AMKaris station
    $131One-way
    2 transfers
  • VRLOL-8769 · LOL-8563 · SP-941
    1:59 AM4h29
    Hiekkaharju railway station
    6:28 AMKaris station
    $131One-way
    2 transfers
  • VRLOL-9314 · LOL-8203 · BHS-18501BU · LOL-1633
    8:04 PM1h56
    Hiekkaharju railway station
    10:00 PMKaris station
    $131One-way
    3 transfers
  • VRLOL-9314 · LOL-8203 · BHS-18501BU · LOL-1633
    8:06 PM1h54
    Tikkurila
    10:00 PMKaris station
    $131One-way
    3 transfers
  • VRLOL-9702 · JLA-97104B · S-971
    7:05 PM1h30
    Tikkurila
    8:35 PMKaris station
    $141One-way
    2 transfers

Travel Information

Compare train for Vantaa to Karis

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vantaa to Karis among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $17, while a train costs an average of $17.

Distance: 49 miles (80 km)

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Driving

$17

Average price

Cheapest

$22

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 39m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 9m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 10m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

VR

Most popular train company

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Vantaa to Karis is a train with an average price of $17.
The fastest way to travel from Vantaa to Karis is by train with an average journey time of 1h 9m.
Yes, you can take a train between Vantaa and Karis.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Vantaa to Karis among Omio's users.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 1m faster (1h 9m by train vs 1h 10m by car) and roughly $6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($17 vs $22). 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.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.

Live departures

Vantaa to Karis train times

The table below shows live departures for Vantaa to Karis trains for today, Friday, September 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

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ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
VRLOL-18692 · IC-9614:19 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h16
5:35 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRIC-48 · IC-9614:23 PM Tikkurila
1h12
5:35 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRLOL-9254 · LOL-15275:04 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h28
6:32 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRS-74 · LOL-15275:09 PM Tikkurila
1h23
6:32 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRLOL-18700 · IC-9635:19 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h16
6:35 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRIC-24 · IC-9635:23 PM Tikkurila
1h12
6:35 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRLOL-18708 · IC-9656:19 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h16
7:35 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRIC-50 · IC-9656:23 PM Tikkurila
1h12
7:35 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRLOL-18716 · SP-9717:19 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h16
8:35 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRIC-26 · SP-9717:23 PM Tikkurila
1h12
8:35 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRLOL-8728 · IC-9678:49 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h16
10:05 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRLOL-8728 · IC-9678:51 PM Tikkurila
1h14
10:05 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRLOL-8742 · IC-97310:34 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h21
11:55 PM Karis station1 transfer
VRS-148 · IC-97310:43 PM Tikkurila
1h12
11:55 PM Karis station1 transfer
Saturday, September 19
VRLOL-8769 · LOL-8563 · SP-9411:59 AM Hiekkaharju railway station
4h29
6:28 AM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-8769 · LOL-8563 · SP-9412:01 AM Tikkurila
4h27
6:28 AM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-9614 · JLA-94104B · SP-9414:45 AM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h43
6:28 AM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-9614 · JLA-94104B · SP-9414:47 AM Tikkurila
1h41
6:28 AM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-9060 · JLA-94504B · IC-9457:47 AM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h48
9:35 AM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-8625 · LOL-9810 · JLA-94504B · IC-9457:59 AM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h36
9:35 AM Karis station3 transfers
VRLOL-9810 · JLA-94504B · IC-9458:05 AM Tikkurila
1h30
9:35 AM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-9112 · JLA-94904B · SP-9499:56 AM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h39
11:35 AM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-9642 · JLA-94904B · SP-94910:05 AM Tikkurila
1h30
11:35 AM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-9130 · JLA-95104B · IC-95110:54 AM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h41
12:35 PM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-8649 · LOL-9650 · JLA-95104B · IC-95110:59 AM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h36
12:35 PM Karis station3 transfers
VRLOL-9650 · JLA-95104B · IC-95111:05 AM Tikkurila
1h30
12:35 PM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-9170 · JLA-95504B · IC-95512:54 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h41
2:35 PM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-18665 · LOL-9662 · JLA-95504B · IC-95512:59 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h36
2:35 PM Karis station3 transfers
VRLOL-9662 · JLA-95504B · IC-9551:05 PM Tikkurila
1h30
2:35 PM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-9190 · JLA-95704B · S-9571:54 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h41
3:35 PM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-18673 · LOL-9670 · JLA-95704B · S-9571:59 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h36
3:35 PM Karis station3 transfers
VRLOL-9670 · JLA-95704B · S-9572:05 PM Tikkurila
1h30
3:35 PM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-9210 · JLA-95904B · SP-9592:54 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h41
4:35 PM Karis station2 transfers
VRLOL-18681 · LOL-9676 · JLA-95904B · SP-9592:59 PM Hiekkaharju railway station
1h36
4:35 PM Karis station3 transfers
VRLOL-9676 · JLA-95904B · SP-9593:05 PM Tikkurila
1h30
4:35 PM Karis station2 transfers

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Vantaa to Karis

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Trains from Vantaa to Karis run on average 32 times per day, taking around 1h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $13 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 01:52, the last at 22:36. The fastest train covers the 49 miles (80 km) distance in 1h 2m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
49 miles (80 km)
Average train duration
1h 9m
Cheapest ticket price
$13
Trains per day
32
Fastest train
1h 2m
First train
1:52 AM
Last train
10:36 PM
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Sun
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sep
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: VR from Vantaa to Karis trainsVR trains will get you between Vantaa and Karis from $13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

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About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average VR Duration
1h 2m
Cheapest VR Price
$13
VR frequency
32 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
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FAQs: Trains from Vantaa to Karis

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vantaa to Karis 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 Karis, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Train ticket prices from Vantaa to Karis can vary. The cheapest ticket starts at $13, while the average price is around $17.
The train from Vantaa to Karis takes 1h 2m and runs 32 per day.
The distance by train from Vantaa to Karis is 49 miles (80 km).
The first train from Vantaa to Karis leaves at 1:52 AM.
The last train from Vantaa to Karis leaves at 10:36 PM.
There is no high speed train available from Vantaa to Karis.
There is no direct train service currently available from Vantaa to Karis.
Yes, there is a night train from Vantaa to Karis.
The train station in Vantaa that goes to Karis is Tikkurila, which connects to Karis station.
The cheapest way to get from Vantaa to Karis is by train, with a cost of around $13.
The train journey from Vantaa to Karis offers a scenic experience, featuring views of Finnish countryside landscapes, lush forests, and picturesque small towns as it traverses through the region.
Yes, a day trip from Vantaa to Karis is feasible. The journey takes 1h 2m each way, covering a distance of 49 miles (80 km). There are 35 trains available per day.
To fully experience Karis, a two-day visit is recommended to explore its charming small-town atmosphere, local attractions, and natural surroundings.
Yes, you can take the train from Vantaa to Karis.
Since both Vantaa and Karis are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Popular day trips by train from Karis include Helsinki, Hanko, Turku, Kirkkonummi, Ekenäs.
We recommend using the train as it is the most popular way to get from Vantaa to Karis among Omio's users.
Items not allowed on trains typically include hazardous materials such as explosives, flammable liquids, corrosive substances, and illegal drugs. Additionally, large or bulky items that may obstruct aisles or emergency exits, as well as pets without proper carriers, may be restricted. Specific prohibited items can vary by train operator and region, so please check the rules for your particular journey.
Finland uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. For travelers, using cards is generally more convenient and widely accepted across Finland, including in public transportation, restaurants, and shops, though having some cash on hand can be useful for small purchases or in remote areas.
In Karis, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing in crowded areas, especially near transportation hubs. There are occasional reports of taxi overcharging, so using official taxi services or pre-booked transportation is advisable. Staying aware of personal belongings and avoiding poorly lit or isolated spots at night helps ensure safety.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.

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Popular train stations from Vantaa to Karis

Most Vantaa to Karis trains use the Lentoasema to Karis station pair. Use this guide to compare Vantaa and Karis train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Vantaa
Arrival train stations in Karis

Which Vantaa station do trains to Karis leave from?

Trains from Vantaa to Karis leave from Lentoasema. The station is 3 miles (5 km) from Vantaa city centre at Teletie 6, 01530 Vantaa, Finland.
TikkurilaRatatie 11, 01300 Vantaa, Finland+358 9 2319 2902WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Tikkurila from Vantaa city centre

TrainHelsinki commuter rail lines I, P, K, T
BusSeveral lines available

Tikkurila train station facilities and services

Tikkurila 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 and drink

Food options include: Restaurant Tikkurila, Amarillo Vantaa

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Free. ATMs are available in the train station.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Tikkurila. Information desks are located in the main hall.

Luggage and lost property

Luggage storage is available at Tikkurila. Lost and found is available at the station.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Tikkurila: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Bike and car services

Available at Tikkurila: Bike Parking, Car Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Tikkurila: Elevators, ramps.

Shops, hotels and contact

Nearby hotels include Original Sokos Hotel Vantaa, Break Sokos Hotel Flamingo, Scandic Helsinki Aviacongress.

Hiekkaharju01370 Vantaa, FinlandParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Hiekkaharju from Vantaa city centre

TrainT, I, K · 1m · $1 · every ~3 min

Hiekkaharju train station facilities and services

Hiekkaharju has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Hiekkaharju.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Hiekkaharju: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Hiekkaharju: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Hiekkaharju: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

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