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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Lappeenranta to Helsinki
Cheapest price
27S$
Average price
34S$
Fastest journey
1 h 56 m
Average duration
1 h 58 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
203 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lappeenranta to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lappeenranta to Helsinki will cost around 34S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 27S$.
Of the 20 trains that leave Lappeenranta for Helsinki every day 20 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 203 km distance in an average of 1 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 56 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 1 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-1144:18 PM2h11Lappeenranta station6:29 PMHelsinki Central27 S$1One-way0 changes- IC-1144:18 PM2h04Lappeenranta station6:22 PMPasila railway station27 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-82:36 PM2h01Lappeenranta station4:37 PMPasila railway station29 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-82:36 PM2h08Lappeenranta station4:44 PMHelsinki Central29 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-128:43 PM1h56Lappeenranta station10:39 PMPasila railway station32 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-128:43 PM1h56Lappeenranta station10:39 PMPasila railway station32 S$1One-way0 changes
- S-10612:41 PM1h58Lappeenranta station2:39 PMPasila railway station39 S$1One-way0 changes
- S-27:25 AM1h58Lappeenranta station9:23 AMPasila railway station36 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-105:41 PM1h58Lappeenranta station7:39 PMPasila railway station34 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-82:36 PM2h01Lappeenranta station4:37 PMPasila railway station29 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Lappeenranta to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lappeenranta to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from 6S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of 6S$, and a train costs an average of 16S$.
Distance: 203 km
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32S$ Average Price | 11S$ Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 26m Average total duration 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lappeenranta to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Lappeenranta to Helsinki trains for today, Thursday, 18 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| IC-12 | 8:43 PM Lappeenranta station | 2h02 | 10:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-12 | 8:43 PM Lappeenranta station | 1h56 | 10:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 19 June | |||||
| IC-102 | 5:31 AM Lappeenranta station | 2h03 | 7:34 AM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-102 | 5:31 AM Lappeenranta station | 2h09 | 7:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-104 | 6:31 AM Lappeenranta station | 2h02 | 8:33 AM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-104 | 6:31 AM Lappeenranta station | 2h09 | 8:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-2 | 7:25 AM Lappeenranta station | 1h58 | 9:23 AM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-2 | 7:25 AM Lappeenranta station | 2h05 | 9:30 AM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-4 | 8:31 AM Lappeenranta station | 2h06 | 10:37 AM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-4 | 8:31 AM Lappeenranta station | 2h13 | 10:44 AM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-6 | 11:31 AM Lappeenranta station | 2h06 | 1:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-6 | 11:31 AM Lappeenranta station | 2h13 | 1:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-106 | 12:41 PM Lappeenranta station | 2h04 | 2:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-106 | 12:41 PM Lappeenranta station | 1h58 | 2:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-8 | 2:36 PM Lappeenranta station | 2h08 | 4:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-8 | 2:36 PM Lappeenranta station | 2h01 | 4:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-114 | 4:18 PM Lappeenranta station | 2h11 | 6:29 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-114 | 4:18 PM Lappeenranta station | 2h04 | 6:22 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-10 | 5:41 PM Lappeenranta station | 1h58 | 7:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-10 | 5:41 PM Lappeenranta station | 2h04 | 7:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lappeenranta to Helsinki
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Trains from Lappeenranta to Helsinki run on average 17 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 16S$ but you can travel from only 6S$ by coach.
There are 16 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:30, the last at 22:34. The fastest train covers the 203 km distance in 2h 2m.
Distance 203 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price 16S$ |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 16 |
Fastest train 2h 2m |
First train 12:30 AM |
Last train 10:34 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 56 days |
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FAQs: Lappeenranta to Helsinki train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lappeenranta to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Lappeenranta and Helsinki
WifiLockersParkingDiningTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Monday - Friday
- 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM Saturday
- Closed on Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available adjacent to the station with 24/7 access
- Giggling Marlin
- Lalo
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Scandic Patria
- Original Sokos Hotel Lappee
- Hotel Rakuuna
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-2 for trains to regional destinations and Russia
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Elielinaukio and Postikatu
- Restaurant Vltava
- Ravintola Zetor
- Outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Hotel Kämp
- Scandic Simonkenttä
- Clarion Hotel Helsinki
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- Tram: Lines 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via the Tripla shopping center
- Restaurant Tripla
- Outrun Cafe
- Outside the main entrance
- Ramps, restrooms
- €1
- Scandic Pasila
- Original Sokos Hotel Tripla
- Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo
- Located in the main hall
- 3,400 places, covered
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- 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
- Tram: Lines 2, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Local and long-distance services
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