The cheapest and fastest buses from Lahti to Helsinki
Cheapest price
€7
Average price
€8
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Buses per day
10
Distance
99 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Lahti to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lahti to Helsinki will cost around €8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €7.
Of the 10 buses that leave Lahti for Helsinki on Tue, Apr 14, 10 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Apr 14 the direct buses cover the 99 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
On Tue, Apr 14 the slowest buses will take 2 h 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.
FlixBus3:55 PM1h45Lahti5:40 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:55 PM1h45Lahti8:40 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:10 PM2h20Lahti7:30 PMHelsinki, Länsiterminaali 2€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:55 PM2h05Lahti9:00 PMHelsinki, Länsiterminaali 2€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:10 PM1h55Lahti7:05 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:55 PM1h45Lahti5:40 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus6:55 PM1h45Lahti8:40 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:20 AM1h50Lahti7:10 AMHelsinki, linja-autoasema€91One-way0 transfers
FlixBus5:10 PM1h55Lahti7:05 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema€71One-way0 transfers
FlixBus11:30 AM2h00Lahti1:30 PMHelsinki, linja-autoasema€101One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 99 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€6 Average price Cheapest | €14 Average price |
2h 25m Average total duration 1h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Lahti to Helsinki bus times
The table below shows live departures for Lahti to Helsinki buses for today, Monday, April 13. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Lahti | 2h20 | 4:30 PM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:10 PM Lahti | 1h55 | 4:05 PM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Lahti | 1h45 | 5:40 PM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Lahti | 2h05 | 6:00 PM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, April 14 | |||||
FlixBus | 2:20 AM Lahti | 1h50 | 4:10 AM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:20 AM Lahti | 2h10 | 4:30 AM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Lahti | 2h00 | 10:30 AM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Lahti | 2h20 | 10:50 AM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 PM Lahti | 1h45 | 2:40 PM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:55 PM Lahti | 2h05 | 3:00 PM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Lahti to Helsinki
Buses from Lahti to Helsinki run on average 8 times per day, taking around 1h 55m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 but you can travel from only €4 by train.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:05, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 99 km distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 99 km |
Average bus duration 1h 55m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 3:05 AM |
Last bus 7:50 PM |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Lahti to HelsinkiYou can travel by bus between Lahti to Helsinki with FlixBus for as low as €4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Lahti to Helsinki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lahti to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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