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The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Kuopio
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
$60
Average price
$88
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
16
Distance
336 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Kuopio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Kuopio will cost around $88 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $60.
Fast trains
Of the 16 trains that leave Helsinki for Kuopio every day 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 336 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 4 h 5 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.
IC-6511:19AM4h16
Helsinki Central03:35PMKuopio station
$601One-way
0 changes
IC-6511:25AM4h10
Pasila railway station03:35PMKuopio station
$601One-way
0 changes
S-6106:03AM4h09
Pasila railway station10:12AMKuopio station
$641One-way
0 changes
S-6105:57AM4h15
Helsinki Central10:12AMKuopio station
$641One-way
0 changes
IC-7307:19PM4h06
Helsinki Central11:25PMKuopio station
$661One-way
0 changes
S-904:25PM3h59
Pasila railway station08:24PMKuopio station
$931One-way
0 changes
IC-7307:25PM4h00
Pasila railway station11:25PMKuopio station
$661One-way
0 changes
IC-6308:25AM4h04
Pasila railway station12:29PMKuopio station
$771One-way
0 changes
IC-6702:25PM4h05
Pasila railway station06:30PMKuopio station
$791One-way
0 changes
S-904:19PM4h05
Helsinki Central08:24PMKuopio station
$931One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Helsinki to Kuopio
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Kuopio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $14. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $14, and a flight costs an average of $100.
Distance: 336 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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$60 Average Price | $18 Average Price Cheapest | $153 Average Price |
4h 42m Average total duration 4h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 50m Average total duration 6h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Helsinki to Kuopio train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 9:48 pm
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-61 | 3:57 am Helsinki Central | 4h15 | 8:12 am Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-61 | 4:03 am Pasila railway station | 4h09 | 8:12 am Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-63 | 6:19 am Helsinki Central | 4h10 | 10:29 am Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-63 | 6:25 am Pasila railway station | 4h04 | 10:29 am Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-65 | 9:19 am Helsinki Central | 4h16 | 1:35 pm Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-65 | 9:25 am Pasila railway station | 4h10 | 1:35 pm Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-67 | 12:19 pm Helsinki Central | 4h11 | 4:30 pm Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-67 | 12:25 pm Pasila railway station | 4h05 | 4:30 pm Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-147 | 2:03 pm Helsinki Central | 5h32 | 7:35 pm Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-147 | 2:09 pm Pasila railway station | 5h26 | 7:35 pm Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-9 | 2:19 pm Helsinki Central | 4h05 | 6:24 pm Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-51 · IC-147 | 2:24 pm Helsinki Central | 5h11 | 7:35 pm Kuopio station | 1 change | |
| S-9 | 2:25 pm Pasila railway station | 3h59 | 6:24 pm Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-51 · IC-147 | 2:30 pm Pasila railway station | 5h05 | 7:35 pm Kuopio station | 1 change | |
| IC-73 | 5:19 pm Helsinki Central | 4h06 | 9:25 pm Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-73 | 5:25 pm Pasila railway station | 4h00 | 9:25 pm Kuopio station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Kuopio
FinlandFinland
Trains from Helsinki to Kuopio run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $36 but you can travel from only $14 by coach.
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $14
Distance 336 km |
Average train duration 4h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price $36 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 13 |
Fastest train 4h 6m |
First train 05:32 |
Last train 22:09 |
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $14
Train companies: VR from Helsinki to Kuopio trainsVR trains will get you between Helsinki and Kuopio from $14. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
VR
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 Duration
4h 6m
Cheapest Price
$36
VR frequency
20 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
Quiet zone
FAQs: Helsinki to Kuopio train
FAQs: Travel by train from Helsinki to Kuopio 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 Helsinki to Kuopio.
Cheap train tickets from Helsinki to Kuopio can start from as little as $45 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Helsinki to Kuopio is $77; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Helsinki to Kuopio is 4 h to travel the 335 km long trip, with around there are 15 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Helsinki to Kuopio leaves at 3: 57am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Helsinki to Kuopio leaves at 5: 25pm.
Yes, there are 11 direct trains a day from Helsinki to Kuopio with VR. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the route from Helsinki to Kuopio you can take a train with VR. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Helsinki and Kuopio on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Yes, you can take a night train from Helsinki to Kuopio with VR. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Helsinki Central, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Kuopio, located away from the city centre.
A trip to Kuopio from Helsinki is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4 h each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Helsinki to Kuopio by train is September.
You have options as you can travel from Helsinki to Kuopio 3 different ways: train, coach or flight.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Helsinki and Kuopio
Helsinki
Kuopio
The major train station for departures in Helsinki is Helsinki. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Helsinki for your trip from Helsinki to Kuopio.
Helsinki
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
19Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Elielinaukio and Postikatu.
Dining
- Restaurant Vltava
- Ravintola Zetor
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Kämp
- Scandic Simonkenttä
- Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
Public transport options for Helsinki
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- Tram: Lines 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
Huopalahti
Amenities at train station
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Ilmala
Amenities at train station
ParkingTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Oulunkylä
Amenities at train station
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Pasila
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
3 kmNumber of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via the Tripla shopping center.
Dining
- Restaurant Tripla
- Outrun Cafe
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Scandic Pasila
- Original Sokos Hotel Tripla
- Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 3,400 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for commuter trains
- Hall 3: access to Tripla shopping center
Public transport options for Pasila
- Tram: Lines 2, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Local and long-distance services
Malminkartano
Amenities at train station
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
The major train station for arrivals in Kuopio is Kuopio. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kuopio for your journey to Kuopio from Helsinki.
Kuopio
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Asemakatu.
Dining
- Amarillo
- Musta Lammas
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Scandic Kuopio
- Rauhalahti Spa Hotel
- Original Sokos Hotel Puijonsarvi
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms and access to trains
Public transport options for Kuopio
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
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