How to travel from Kuopio to Helsinki

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Kuopio to Helsinki

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kuopio to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $17 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 1m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $17, while a flight costs an average of $179.

Distance: 208 miles (336 km)

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from Kuopio to Helsinki

How to get from Kuopio to Helsinki by train, bus or flight.

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The best way to travel from Kuopio to Helsinki is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:20 PM5h35
    Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus)
    6:55 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    1:20 PM5h35
    Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus)
    6:55 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema
    $141One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FinnairAY370
    5:20 PM1h00
    Kuopio Airport
    6:20 PMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    $1731One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • VRS-74
    1:00 PM4h18
    Kuopio station
    5:18 PMPasila railway station
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • VRS-74
    1:00 PM4h25
    Kuopio station
    5:25 PMHelsinki Central
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • VRIC-68
    2:11 PM4h26
    Kuopio station
    6:37 PMPasila railway station
    $481One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    9:05 AM7h30
    Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus)
    4:35 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema
    $261One-way
    1 transfer
  • FinnairAY366
    1:30 PM1h00
    Kuopio Airport
    2:30 PMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    $2431One-way
    0 transfers
  • FinnairAY380
    5:35 AM1h00
    Kuopio Airport
    6:35 AMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    $2991One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Kuopio to Helsinki

Travel to Helsinki easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kuopio to Helsinki.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Kuopio and Helsinki including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Kuopio to Helsinki is a bus with an average price of $16.

This is compared to other travel options from Kuopio to Helsinki:

A bus is $29 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kuopio to Helsinki costing on average $45.

A bus is $116 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kuopio to Helsinki costing on average $132.

The fastest way to travel from Kuopio to Helsinki is by flight with an average journey time of 3h 0m.

Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:

Train takes on average 5h 43m.

Bus takes on average 5h 47m.

The distance from Kuopio to Helsinki is approximately 208 miles (336 km).
The average frequency per day from Kuopio to Helsinki is:
  • Around 17 trains per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.
  • Around 3 flights per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kuopio and Helsinki as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kuopio to Helsinki:
  • Flights mostly depart from Kuopio Airport and arrive in Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
  • Trains mostly depart from Kuopio station and arrive in Helsinki Central.
  • Buses mostly depart from Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus) and arrive in Helsinki, linja-autoasema.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kuopio to Helsinki, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Finnair to go to Helsinki by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Onni Bus to go to Helsinki by bus.
  • Travel with VR to go to Helsinki by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Kuopio to Helsinki with the following travel companies:
  • 3 direct flights per day with Finnair.
  • 6 direct buses per day with FlixBus, Onni Bus.
  • 14 direct trains per day with VR.
Omio customers who travel from Kuopio to Helsinki often also extend their vacation to go to Tallinn, Rovaniemi, Saint-Petersburg, Stockholm, Turku. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Helsinki and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Helsinki to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Helsinki, explore the Seurasaari Open-Air Museum to see traditional Finnish wooden buildings, visit the Helsinki Zoo on Korkeasaari Island, and wander through the vibrant Design District. Relax in Esplanadi Park or enjoy a Finnish sauna at Löyly. Discover Suomenlinna's historical sea fortress, admire the architecture of Helsinki Cathedral, and visit the unique Temppeliaukio Church. Don't miss the lively Market Square and contemporary art at Kiasma.
Three to four days in Helsinki is typically sufficient to explore its main attractions, experience the local culture, and enjoy the vibrant dining and shopping scenes.

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