The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Kemi
Cheapest price
€70
Average price
€91
Fastest journey
6 h 33 m
Average duration
6 h 47 m
Trains per day
22
Distance
619 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Kemi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Kemi will cost around €91 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €70.
Of the 22 trains that leave Helsinki for Kemi on Thu, Nov 13, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 13 the direct trains cover the 619 km distance in an average of 6 h 47 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 33 m .
On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest trains will take 6 h 58 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-35
IC-35
LOL-9721 · PYO-265
LOL-9721 · PYO-265
LOL-8928 · PYO-265
IC-25
IC-25
IC-27
IC-21 · IC-35
IC-27Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Helsinki to Kemi
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Kemi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 619 km
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€64 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
8h 58m Average total duration Fastest 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Helsinki to Kemi train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Kemi trains for today, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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S-35 | 3:03 AM Helsinki Central | 8h20 | 11:23 AM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-35 | 3:09 AM Pasila railway station | 8h14 | 11:23 AM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-21 · S-35 | 4:23 AM Helsinki Central | 7h00 | 11:23 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
IC-21 · S-35 | 4:29 AM Pasila railway station | 6h54 | 11:23 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
IC-23 | 6:24 AM Helsinki Central | 7h06 | 1:30 PM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-23 | 6:30 AM Pasila railway station | 7h00 | 1:30 PM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-25 | 10:24 AM Helsinki Central | 6h39 | 5:03 PM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-25 | 10:30 AM Pasila railway station | 6h33 | 5:03 PM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-27 | 12:24 PM Helsinki Central | 6h58 | 7:22 PM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-27 | 12:30 PM Pasila railway station | 6h52 | 7:22 PM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-265 | 5:29 PM Helsinki Central | 10h29 | 3:58 AM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-265 | 5:37 PM Pasila railway station | 10h21 | 3:58 AM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-8928 · PYO-265 | 6:06 PM Helsinki Central | 9h52 | 3:58 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9721 · PYO-265 | 6:10 PM Helsinki Central | 9h48 | 3:58 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-8928 · PYO-265 | 6:10 PM Pasila railway station | 9h48 | 3:58 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9721 · PYO-265 | 6:15 PM Pasila railway station | 9h43 | 3:58 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
S-53 · PYO-265 | 6:24 PM Helsinki Central | 9h34 | 3:58 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
PYO-269 | 6:29 PM Helsinki Central | 11h23 | 5:52 AM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-53 · PYO-265 | 6:30 PM Pasila railway station | 9h28 | 3:58 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
PYO-269 | 6:36 PM Pasila railway station | 11h16 | 5:52 AM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-8933 · PYO-269 | 6:46 PM Helsinki Central | 11h06 | 5:52 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-8933 · PYO-269 | 6:50 PM Pasila railway station | 11h02 | 5:52 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
IC-187 · PYO-269 | 8:03 PM Helsinki Central | 9h49 | 5:52 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
IC-187 · PYO-269 | 8:09 PM Pasila railway station | 9h43 | 5:52 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
PYO-273 | 9:13 PM Helsinki Central | 10h19 | 7:32 AM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-273 | 9:20 PM Pasila railway station | 10h12 | 7:32 AM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9737 · PYO-273 | 9:40 PM Helsinki Central | 9h52 | 7:32 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9737 · PYO-273 | 9:45 PM Pasila railway station | 9h47 | 7:32 AM Kemi station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Kemi
Trains from Helsinki to Kemi run on average 21 times per day, taking around 8h 28m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €19 but you can travel from only €16 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 619 km distance in 7h 32m.
Distance 619 km |
Average train duration 8h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price €19 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 7h 32m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:45 |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Kemi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Kemi 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 Kemi, 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 Kemi, located 0.3 miles (542 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Kemi
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Merihovi
- Cafe Hertta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Merihovi
- Seaside Glass Villas
- Hotel Palomestari
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: trains to Rovaniemi
- Platform 2: trains to Oulu
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi services are also accessible.
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