How to travel from Rome to Helsinki

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Compare bus and flight for Rome to Helsinki

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Rome to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of kr1519 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 7h 32m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 2.2 - 5.5kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of kr1519, while a flight costs an average of kr4833.

Distance: 1368 miles (2202 km)

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kr4833

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kr1519

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kr7491

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7h 32m

Average total duration

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5h 32m

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50h 45m

Average total duration

50h 15m

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32h 20m

Average total duration

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6.6 - 13.2kg

CO2 emissions

2.2 - 5.5kg

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KLM

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Helsinki is a bus with an average price of kr1519.

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

A bus is kr3314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Helsinki costing on average kr4833.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Helsinki is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 32m.

Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:

Bus takes on average 50h 45m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Rome and Helsinki including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Rome to Helsinki among Omio's users.
Take the flight. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.

You'll arrive about 26h 48m sooner (5h 32m by flight vs 32h 20m by car) and save roughly kr2657 compared to fuel and tolls (kr4833 vs kr7491). You also avoid a long drive, giving you more time to relax or get on with your plans.

Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way, are travelling with bulky luggage, or need a car at your destination.

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from Rome to Helsinki

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:00 PM63h30
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    9:30 AMHelsinki, Länsiterminaali 2
    kr12811One-way
    2 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    5:00 PM63h30
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    9:30 AMHelsinki, Länsiterminaali 2
    kr12811One-way
    2 transfers

Fastest

  • FinnairAY1764
    6:45 PM3h25
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    11:10 PMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    kr20571One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    11:35 PM59h55
    Roma, Autostazione (Metro Anagnina)
    12:30 PMHelsinki, Länsiterminaali 2
    kr14211One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:55 AM54h35
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    3:30 PMHelsinki, Länsiterminaali 2
    kr14681One-way
    3 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    7:55 AM55h10
    Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    4:05 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema
    kr14681One-way
    3 transfers
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84356 · D82603
    10:50 AM21h40
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    9:30 AMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    kr16581One-way
    1 transfer
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84356 · D82613
    10:50 AM4h50
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    4:40 PMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    kr18491One-way
    1 transfer
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD84356 · D82617
    10:50 AM9h30
    Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    9:20 PMHelsinki Vantaa Airport
    kr18491One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Rome 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 Rome to Helsinki.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Rome and Helsinki including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Rome to Helsinki is a bus with an average price of kr1519.

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

A bus is kr3314 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Rome to Helsinki costing on average kr4833.

The fastest way to travel from Rome to Helsinki is by flight with an average journey time of 7h 32m.

Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:

Bus takes on average 50h 45m.

The distance from Rome to Helsinki is approximately 1368 miles (2202 km).
The average frequency per day from Rome to Helsinki is:
  • Around 58 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Rome to Helsinki:
  • Buses mostly depart from Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina and arrive in Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2.
  • Flights mostly depart from Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport and arrive in Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Rome to Helsinki, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Helsinki by bus.
  • Travel with Finnair, KLM, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Air Baltic, Ryanair, Lufthansa, Malta Air, Sas Airways, Air France, Lufthansa Cityline, Transavia France, Icelandair, Lufthansa City Airlines, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, Lot Polish Airlines, Amelia, ITA, British Airways, Iberia to go to Helsinki by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Rome to Helsinki:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Finnair.
Omio customers who travel from Rome to Helsinki often also extend their vacation to go to Rovaniemi, Tallinn, Stockholm, Copenhagen, 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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