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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lahti to Helsinki
Showing times and prices for 05 Nov
Cheapest price
$20
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
70
Distance
99 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lahti to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lahti to Helsinki will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $20.
Fast trains
Of the 70 trains that leave Lahti for Helsinki every day 68 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
The slowest trains will take 44 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.
LOL-985606:19PM1h05
Lahti railway station07:24PMHelsinki Central
$201One-way
0 changes
LOL-9916 · LOL-964008:04AM1h45
Lahti railway station09:49AMHelsinki Central
$201One-way
1 change
LOL-981608:00AM0h59
Lahti railway station08:59AMPasila railway station
$201One-way
0 changes
LOL-987611:14PM0h59
Lahti railway station12:13AMPasila railway station
$201One-way
0 changes
LOL-986809:19PM0h59
Lahti railway station10:18PMPasila railway station
$201One-way
0 changes
S-208:40AM0h43
Lahti railway station09:23AMPasila railway station
$341One-way
0 changes
S-7207:49PM0h44
Lahti railway station08:33PMPasila railway station
$261One-way
0 changes
IC-6602:49PM0h44
Lahti railway station03:33PMPasila railway station
$261One-way
0 changes
IC-1209:55PM0h44
Lahti railway station10:39PMPasila railway station
$261One-way
0 changes
IC-409:49AM0h44
Lahti railway station10:33AMPasila railway station
$261One-way
0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Lahti to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lahti to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $9.
Distance: 99 km
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Most popular Train | Coach |
|---|---|
$18 Average Price | $10 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lahti to Helsinki train times
Showing trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, 5 November
Last updated at 9:49 pm
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOL-9802 | 2:22 am Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 3:27 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9802 | 2:22 am Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 3:21 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9804 | 3:29 am Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 4:34 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9804 | 3:29 am Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 4:28 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9806 | 4:13 am Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 5:18 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9806 | 4:13 am Lahti railway station | 1h11 | 5:24 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-102 | 4:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 5:33 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-102 | 4:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 5:40 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9812 | 5:13 am Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 6:18 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9812 | 5:13 am Lahti railway station | 1h11 | 6:24 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-104 | 5:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 6:40 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-104 | 5:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 6:33 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9816 | 6:00 am Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 6:59 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9816 | 6:00 am Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 7:05 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9916 · LOL-9640 | 6:04 am Lahti railway station | 1h45 | 7:49 am Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| LOL-9916 · LOL-9640 | 6:04 am Lahti railway station | 1h39 | 7:43 am Pasila railway station | 1 change | |
| S-2 | 6:40 am Lahti railway station | 0h43 | 7:23 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-2 | 6:40 am Lahti railway station | 0h50 | 7:30 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-62 | 6:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 7:33 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-62 | 6:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 7:40 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9820 | 7:19 am Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 8:18 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9820 | 7:19 am Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 8:24 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-4 | 7:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 8:40 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-4 | 7:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 8:33 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9824 | 8:19 am Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 9:18 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9824 | 8:19 am Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 9:24 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9828 | 9:19 am Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 10:24 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9828 | 9:19 am Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 10:18 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-64 | 9:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 10:40 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-64 | 9:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 10:33 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9832 | 10:19 am Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 11:24 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9832 | 10:19 am Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 11:18 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-6 | 10:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 11:33 am Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-6 | 10:49 am Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 11:40 am Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9836 | 11:19 am Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 12:24 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9836 | 11:19 am Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 12:18 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9840 | 12:19 pm Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 1:18 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9840 | 12:19 pm Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 1:24 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-66 | 12:49 pm Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 1:33 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-66 | 12:49 pm Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 1:40 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9844 | 1:19 pm Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 2:18 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9844 | 1:19 pm Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 2:24 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-8 | 1:49 pm Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 2:33 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-8 | 1:49 pm Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 2:40 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9848 | 2:19 pm Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 3:24 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9848 | 2:19 pm Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 3:18 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9852 | 3:19 pm Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 4:18 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9852 | 3:19 pm Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 4:24 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-68 | 3:49 pm Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 4:33 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-68 | 3:49 pm Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 4:40 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9856 | 4:19 pm Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 5:24 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9856 | 4:19 pm Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 5:18 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-10 | 4:54 pm Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 5:38 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-10 | 4:54 pm Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 5:45 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9860 | 5:19 pm Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 6:18 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9860 | 5:19 pm Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 6:24 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-72 | 5:49 pm Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 6:33 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-72 | 5:49 pm Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 6:40 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9864 | 6:19 pm Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 7:24 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9864 | 6:19 pm Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 7:18 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-70 | 6:47 pm Lahti railway station | 0h52 | 7:39 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-70 | 6:47 pm Lahti railway station | 0h58 | 7:45 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9868 | 7:19 pm Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 8:18 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9868 | 7:19 pm Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 8:24 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-12 | 7:55 pm Lahti railway station | 0h50 | 8:45 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-12 | 7:55 pm Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 8:39 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9872 | 8:19 pm Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 9:18 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9872 | 8:19 pm Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 9:24 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9876 | 9:14 pm Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 10:13 pm Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9876 | 9:14 pm Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 10:19 pm Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lahti to Helsinki
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Trains from Lahti to Helsinki run on average 63 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 but you can travel from only $6 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 $6
Distance 99 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 |
Trains per day 63 |
Direct trains 62 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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 $6
Train companies: VR from Lahti to Helsinki trainsVR trains will get you between Lahti and Helsinki from $6. 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
50m
Cheapest Price
$9
VR frequency
87 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: Lahti to Helsinki train
FAQs: Travel by train from Lahti 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 Lahti to Helsinki.
Cheap train tickets from Lahti to Helsinki can start from as little as $9 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lahti to Helsinki is $20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Lahti to Helsinki train time is 44 min covering the 98 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Lahti to Helsinki leaves at 12: 01am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Lahti to Helsinki leaves at 11: 54pm.
Yes, there are 59 direct trains a day from Lahti to Helsinki with VR. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
When taking a train from Lahti to Helsinki, you can count on VR for the best way to get you to Helsinki. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service between Lahti and Helsinki and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
Yes, you can take a night train from Lahti to Helsinki with VR. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Lahti railway station, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Helsinki Central, located away from the city centre.
A day trip to Helsinki from Lahti is worth doing with a journey time of 44 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Lahti to Helsinki is August.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Lahti and Helsinki including taking a train or coach.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lahti and Helsinki
Lahti
Helsinki
The major train station for departures in Lahti is Lahti. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lahti for your trip from Lahti to Helsinki.
Lahti
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Vesijärvenkatu 37.
Dining
- Santa Fe
- Ravintola Roux
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Solo Sokos Hotel Lahden Seurahuone
- Scandic Lahti City
- GreenStar Hotel Lahti
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 100 places, not covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki and other destinations
Public transport options for Lahti
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Helsinki and other major Finnish cities
Uusikylä
Amenities at train station
WifiAccessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
The major train station for arrivals in Helsinki is Helsinki. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Helsinki for your journey to Helsinki from Lahti.
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
Käpylä
Amenities at train station
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike RentalCar 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
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