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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Joensuu
Cheapest price
€45
Average price
€65
Fastest journey
4 h 9 m
Average duration
4 h 24 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €65 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €45.
Of the 22 trains that leave Helsinki for Joensuu on Sun, Dec 21, 14 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 trains cover the 373 km distance in an average of 4 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 9 m .
On Sun, Dec 21 the slowest trains will take 4 h 36 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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Travel Information
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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€48 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Helsinki to Joensuu train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Joensuu trains for today, Saturday, December 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-1 | 4:54 AM Helsinki Central | 4h42 | 9:36 AM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-155 · HDM-723 | 5:00 AM Helsinki Central | 6h56 | 11:56 AM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-1 | 5:00 AM Pasila railway station | 4h36 | 9:36 AM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-155 · HDM-723 | 5:06 AM Pasila railway station | 6h50 | 11:56 AM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| S-41 · IC-155 · HDM-723 | 5:20 AM Helsinki Central | 6h36 | 11:56 AM Joensuu station | 2 transfers | |
| S-41 · IC-155 · HDM-723 | 5:26 AM Pasila railway station | 6h30 | 11:56 AM Joensuu station | 2 transfers | |
| IC-63 · HDM-723 | 6:14 AM Helsinki Central | 5h42 | 11:56 AM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-63 · HDM-723 | 6:20 AM Pasila railway station | 5h36 | 11:56 AM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-3 | 8:14 AM Helsinki Central | 4h37 | 12:51 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-3 | 8:20 AM Pasila railway station | 4h31 | 12:51 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-13 | 10:14 AM Helsinki Central | 4h46 | 3:00 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-13 | 10:20 AM Pasila railway station | 4h40 | 3:00 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-5 | 11:14 AM Helsinki Central | 4h37 | 3:51 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-5 | 11:20 AM Pasila railway station | 4h31 | 3:51 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-37 · IC-145 · HDM-727 | 11:20 AM Helsinki Central | 6h58 | 6:18 PM Joensuu station | 2 transfers | |
| IC-37 · IC-145 · HDM-727 | 11:26 AM Pasila railway station | 6h52 | 6:18 PM Joensuu station | 2 transfers | |
| IC-67 · HDM-727 | 12:14 PM Helsinki Central | 6h04 | 6:18 PM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-67 · HDM-727 | 12:20 PM Pasila railway station | 5h58 | 6:18 PM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-11 | 4:29 PM Helsinki Central | 4h45 | 9:14 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-11 | 4:35 PM Pasila railway station | 4h39 | 9:14 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Helsinki to Joensuu
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Trains from Helsinki to Joensuu run on average 20 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 18:35. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 373 km |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 20 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 4h 10m |
First train 01:02 |
Last train 18:35 |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Joensuu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Joensuu 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 Joensuu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the train most frequently from Helsinki Central, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Joensuu, located 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Joensuu
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
ParkingTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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, located adjacent to the station building.
- Restaurant Rosso Joensuu
- Ravintola Kerubi
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel
- Scandic Joensuu
- Hotel GreenStar
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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