The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Kolari
Cheapest price
€101
Average price
€108
Fastest journey
14 h 10 m
Average duration
14 h 13 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
798 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Kolari is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Kolari will cost around €108 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €101.
Of the 2 trains that leave Helsinki for Kolari on Tue, May 05, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 05 the direct trains cover the 798 km distance in an average of 14 h 13 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 14 h 10 m .
On Tue, May 05 the slowest trains will take 14 h 16 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.
6:45 PM14h10Helsinki8:55 AMKolari€1011One-way0 transfers
4:33 PM14h16Helsinki6:49 AMKolari€1151One-way0 transfers
6:45 PM14h10Helsinki8:55 AMKolari€1011One-way0 transfers
4:33 PM14h16Helsinki6:49 AMKolari€1151One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare bus, flight, and train for Helsinki to Kolari
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Kolari among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €91. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €91, and a flight costs an average of €99.
Distance: 798 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
|---|---|---|
€108 Average price | €153 Average price | €107 Average price Cheapest |
14h 44m Average total duration 14h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 53m Average total duration Fastest 1h 53m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 32h 11m Average total duration 31h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Helsinki to Kolari train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Kolari trains for today, Monday, May 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 4:33 PM Helsinki | 14h16 | 6:49 AM Kolari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:29 PM Helsinki | 14h26 | 8:55 AM Kolari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:45 PM Helsinki | 14h10 | 8:55 AM Kolari | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:03 PM Helsinki | 12h52 | 8:55 AM Kolari | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Kolari
Trains from Helsinki to Kolari run on average 7 times per day, taking around 14h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €44 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 15:00, the last at 22:09. The fastest train covers the 798 km distance in 12h 52m.
Distance 798 km |
Average train duration 14h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €44 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 12h 52m |
First train 3:00 PM |
Last train 10:09 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
Train companies: VR from Helsinki to Kolari trainsVR trains will get you between Helsinki and Kolari from €44. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Kolari
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Kolari 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 Kolari, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Kolari
- 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
- 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
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