The cheapest and fastest trains from Vantaa to Pieksämäki
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
11
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vantaa to Pieksämäki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vantaa to Pieksämäki will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 11 trains that leave Vantaa for Pieksämäki on Sat, Jun 20, 11 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Jun 20 the direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
On Sat, Jun 20 the slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.
6:11 AM3h07Vantaa9:18 AMPieksämäki$431One-way0 transfers
7:16 AM4h17Vantaa11:33 AMPieksämäki$431One-way0 transfers
8:31 AM3h06Vantaa11:37 AMPieksämäki$431One-way0 transfers
10:16 AM4h21Vantaa2:37 PMPieksämäki$431One-way0 transfers
11:31 AM3h11Vantaa2:42 PMPieksämäki$431One-way0 transfers
7:31 PM2h58Vantaa10:29 PMPieksämäki$431One-way0 transfers
2:31 PM3h02Vantaa5:33 PMPieksämäki$431One-way0 transfers
8:31 AM3h06Vantaa11:37 AMPieksämäki$431One-way0 transfers
6:11 AM3h07Vantaa9:18 AMPieksämäki$431One-way0 transfers
11:31 AM3h11Vantaa2:42 PMPieksämäki$431One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Vantaa to Pieksämäki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vantaa to Pieksämäki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $33. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $33, and a flight costs an average of $121.
Distance: 154 miles (249 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$47 Average price Cheapest | $149 Average price | $66 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 3h 17m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vantaa to Pieksämäki:
A train is $101 (€83) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vantaa to Pieksämäki costing on average $149 (€122).
Other travel options to Pieksämäki take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 2m.
The journey is about 15m faster (3h 2m by train vs 3h 17m by car) and roughly $19 (€15) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($47 (€39) vs $66 (€54)). 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.
Direct services run with VR.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Vantaa to Pieksämäki train times
The table below shows live departures for Vantaa to Pieksämäki trains for tomorrow, Saturday, June 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 6:11 AM Vantaa | 3h07 | 9:18 AM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:16 AM Vantaa | 4h17 | 11:33 AM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:31 AM Vantaa | 3h06 | 11:37 AM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:16 AM Vantaa | 4h21 | 2:37 PM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:31 AM Vantaa | 3h11 | 2:42 PM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:16 PM Vantaa | 4h34 | 4:50 PM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:16 PM Vantaa | 4h14 | 5:30 PM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:31 PM Vantaa | 3h02 | 5:33 PM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:41 PM Vantaa | 3h15 | 6:56 PM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:15 PM Vantaa | 4h26 | 8:41 PM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:31 PM Vantaa | 2h58 | 10:29 PM Pieksämäki | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vantaa to Pieksämäki
Trains from Vantaa to Pieksämäki run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $33 (€27) if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 154 miles (249 km) distance in 2h 58m.
Distance 154 miles (249 km) |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price $33 (€27) |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 2h 58m |
First train 5:42 AM |
Last train 8:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
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FAQs: Trains from Vantaa to Pieksämäki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vantaa to Pieksämäki 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 Pieksämäki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vantaa to Pieksämäki
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Ratatie
- Restaurant Tikkurila
- Amarillo Vantaa
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- €1
- Original Sokos Hotel Vantaa
- Break Sokos Hotel Flamingo
- Scandic Helsinki Aviacongress
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki, Tampere, and other destinations
- Hall 2: local bus connections
- Train: Helsinki commuter rail lines I, P, K, T
- Bus: Several lines available
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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