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4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Helsinki to Joensuu
Cheapest price
€19
Average price
€28
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 31 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Helsinki to Joensuu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Joensuu will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €19.
Of the 5 buses that leave Helsinki for Joensuu on Sun, Dec 21, 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Dec 21 the direct buses cover the 373 km distance in an average of 8 h 31 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest buses will take 10 h 15 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.
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Compare bus and train for Helsinki to Joensuu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Joensuu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €13. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, and a train costs an average of €16.
Distance: 373 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€18 Average price Cheapest | €48 Average price |
8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Helsinki to Joensuu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Joensuu buses for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 8:30 AM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 8h00 | 4:30 PM Joensuu, linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 AM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 7h40 | 4:30 PM Joensuu, linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 AM Helsinki, Pasilan asema | 10h15 | 7:30 PM Joensuu, linja-autoasema | 1 transfer | |
| FlixBus | 11:00 AM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 8h30 | 7:30 PM Joensuu, linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 AM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 8h10 | 7:30 PM Joensuu, linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect |
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Overview: Bus from Helsinki to Joensuu
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Buses from Helsinki to Joensuu run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 23m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 09:30, the last at 13:20. The fastest bus covers the 373 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 373 km |
Average bus duration 8h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 09:30 |
Last bus 13:20 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Helsinki to JoensuuYou can travel by bus between Helsinki to Joensuu with FlixBus for as low as €13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Helsinki to Joensuu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Joensuu by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Joensuu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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