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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Joensuu
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€36
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€53
Fastest journey on Sep 18
4 h 9 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
4 h 24 m
Trains on Sep 18
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 €53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 22 trains from Helsinki to Joensuu, including 16 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 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 Fri, Sep 18 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.
IC-17:00 AM4h36Pasila railway station11:36 AMJoensuu station€361One-way0 transfers- IC-16:54 AM4h42Helsinki Central11:36 AMJoensuu station€361One-way0 transfers
- S-158:36 AM4h36Pasila railway station1:12 PMJoensuu station€411One-way0 transfers
- S-158:30 AM4h42Helsinki Central1:12 PMJoensuu station€411One-way0 transfers
- IC-116:29 PM4h45Helsinki Central11:14 PMJoensuu station€431One-way0 transfers
- IC-73:20 PM4h09Pasila railway station7:29 PMJoensuu station€521One-way0 transfers
- IC-73:14 PM4h15Helsinki Central7:29 PMJoensuu station€521One-way0 transfers
- IC-310:20 AM4h31Pasila railway station2:51 PMJoensuu station€461One-way0 transfers
- IC-51:20 PM4h31Pasila railway station5:51 PMJoensuu station€481One-way0 transfers
- IC-17:00 AM4h36Pasila railway station11:36 AMJoensuu station€361One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus 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 an average ticket price of €22 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 5h 8m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €22, while a train costs an average of €35.
Distance: 373 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€35 Average price | €22 Average price Cheapest | €85 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 8m Average total duration Fastest 4h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 39m Average total duration 8h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 12m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Joensuu:
A bus is €13 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsinki to Joensuu costing on average €35.
Other travel options to Joensuu take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 9m.
Live departures
Helsinki to Joensuu train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Joensuu trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-1 | 6:54 AM Helsinki Central | 4h42 | 11:36 AM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-155 · HDM-723 | 7:00 AM Helsinki Central | 6h56 | 1:56 PM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-1 | 7:00 AM Pasila railway station | 4h36 | 11:36 AM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-155 · HDM-723 | 7:06 AM Pasila railway station | 6h50 | 1:56 PM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-41 · IC-155 · HDM-723 | 7:20 AM Helsinki Central | 6h36 | 1:56 PM Joensuu station | 2 transfers | |
| IC-41 · IC-155 · HDM-723 | 7:26 AM Pasila railway station | 6h30 | 1:56 PM Joensuu station | 2 transfers | |
| IC-63 · HDM-723 | 8:14 AM Helsinki Central | 5h42 | 1:56 PM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-63 · HDM-723 | 8:20 AM Pasila railway station | 5h36 | 1:56 PM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-3 | 10:14 AM Helsinki Central | 4h37 | 2:51 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-3 | 10:20 AM Pasila railway station | 4h31 | 2:51 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-13 | 12:14 PM Helsinki Central | 4h46 | 5:00 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-13 | 12:20 PM Pasila railway station | 4h40 | 5:00 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-5 | 1:14 PM Helsinki Central | 4h37 | 5:51 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-5 | 1:20 PM Pasila railway station | 4h31 | 5:51 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-7 | 3:14 PM Helsinki Central | 4h15 | 7:29 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-7 | 3:20 PM Pasila railway station | 4h09 | 7:29 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-147 · HDM-729 | 3:59 PM Helsinki Central | 7h01 | 11:00 PM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-147 · HDM-729 | 4:05 PM Pasila railway station | 6h55 | 11:00 PM Joensuu station | 1 transfer | |
| S-9 | 4:14 PM Helsinki Central | 4h42 | 8:56 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-9 | 4:20 PM Pasila railway station | 4h36 | 8:56 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-11 | 6:29 PM Helsinki Central | 4h45 | 11:14 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-11 | 6:35 PM Pasila railway station | 4h39 | 11:14 PM Joensuu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Joensuu
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Trains from Helsinki to Joensuu run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 if you book in advance.
There are 12 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 19:20. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 4h 15m.
Distance 373 km |
Average train duration 4h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 12 |
Fastest train 4h 15m |
First train 1:02 AM |
Last train 7:20 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Joensuu
Most Helsinki to Joensuu trains use the Helsinki to Joensuu station pair. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Joensuu train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Helsinki station do trains to Joensuu leave from?
Getting to Helsinki from Helsinki city centre
Helsinki train station facilities and services
Helsinki has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Vltava, Ravintola Zetor
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helsinki. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Helsinki. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsinki: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Helsinki: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsinki: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kämp, Scandic Simonkenttä, Clarion Hotel Helsinki.
Getting to Pasila from Helsinki city centre
Pasila is 3 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Pasila train station facilities and services
Pasila has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Tripla, Outrun Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pasila. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pasila. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pasila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pasila: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pasila: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Pasila, Original Sokos Hotel Tripla, Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo.
Getting to Puistola from Helsinki city centre
Puistola train station facilities and services
Puistola has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Puistola.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Puistola: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Puistola: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Puistola: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Joensuu station do trains from Helsinki arrive at?
Getting to Joensuu from Joensuu city centre
Joensuu train station facilities and services
Joensuu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Rosso Joensuu, Ravintola Kerubi
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Joensuu. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Joensuu. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Joensuu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Joensuu: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Joensuu.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel, Scandic Joensuu, Hotel GreenStar.
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