The cheapest and fastest trains from Vantaa to Lieksa
Cheapest price
$79
Average price
$79
Fastest journey
5 h 48 m
Average duration
5 h 55 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
426 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vantaa to Lieksa is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vantaa to Lieksa will cost around $79 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $79.
It's difficult to get from Vantaa to Lieksa without transferring at least once.
7:11 AM6h02Vantaa1:13 PMLieksa$791One-way1 transfer
1:31 PM5h48Vantaa7:19 PMLieksa$791One-way1 transfer
1:31 PM5h48Vantaa7:19 PMLieksa$791One-way1 transfer
7:11 AM6h02Vantaa1:13 PMLieksa$791One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Vantaa to Lieksa
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vantaa to Lieksa among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $78. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 43m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $78, and a train costs an average of $79.
Distance: 264 miles (426 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$79 Average price | $79 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 13m Average total duration Fastest 5h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 42m Average total duration 19h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vantaa to Lieksa:
A bus is $0.92 (€0.75) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vantaa to Lieksa costing on average $79 (€65).
Other travel options to Lieksa take longer:
Bus takes on average 19h 12m.
The journey is about 19m faster (5h 43m by train vs 6h 2m by car) and roughly $41 (€34) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($79 (€65) vs $121 (€99)). 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 Lieksa train times
The table below shows live departures for Vantaa to Lieksa trains for tomorrow, Sunday, June 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 7:11 AM Vantaa | 6h02 | 1:13 PM Lieksa | 1 transfer | |
![]() | 1:31 PM Vantaa | 5h48 | 7:19 PM Lieksa | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vantaa to Lieksa
Trains from Vantaa to Lieksa run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 43m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $79 (€65) but you can travel from only $78 (€64) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 06:52, the last at 16:27. The fastest train covers the 264 miles (426 km) distance in 5h 48m.
Distance 264 miles (426 km) |
Average train duration 5h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price $79 (€65) |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 5h 48m |
First train 6:52 AM |
Last train 4:27 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: VR from Vantaa to Lieksa trainsVR trains will get you between Vantaa and Lieksa from $78 (€64). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Vantaa to Lieksa
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vantaa to Lieksa 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 Lieksa, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vantaa to Lieksa
Most Vantaa to Lieksa trains use the Tikkurila to Lieksa station pair. Use this guide to compare Vantaa and Lieksa train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Vantaa station do trains to Lieksa leave from?
Getting to Tikkurila from Vantaa city centre
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.
Getting to Hiekkaharju from Vantaa city centre
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.
Which Lieksa station do trains from Vantaa arrive at?
Lieksa train station facilities and services
Lieksa has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel, and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Lieksa.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Lieksa.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Lieksa: Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Lieksa: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Lieksa.
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