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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Kuopio
Cheapest price on Aug 29
€34
Average ticket price on Aug 29
€50
Fastest journey on Aug 29
4 h 3 m
Average journey duration on Aug 29
4 h 9 m
Trains on Aug 29
20
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Kuopio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Kuopio will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €34.
On Sat, Aug 29, we found 20 trains from Helsinki to Kuopio, including 16 direct services.
On Sat, Aug 29 the direct trains cover the 336 km distance in an average of 4 h 9 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 3 m .
On Sat, Aug 29 the slowest trains will take 4 h 12 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-713:30 PM4h20Pasila railway station7:50 PMKuopio station€341One-way0 transfers- IC-713:24 PM4h26Helsinki Central7:50 PMKuopio station€341One-way0 transfers
- IC-672:14 PM4h16Helsinki Central6:30 PMKuopio station€391One-way0 transfers
- IC-672:20 PM4h10Pasila railway station6:30 PMKuopio station€391One-way0 transfers
- IC-1473:59 PM5h36Helsinki Central9:35 PMKuopio station€411One-way0 transfers
- IC-737:20 PM4h03Pasila railway station11:23 PMKuopio station€511One-way0 transfers
- IC-638:20 AM4h09Pasila railway station12:29 PMKuopio station€581One-way0 transfers
- IC-737:14 PM4h09Helsinki Central11:23 PMKuopio station€511One-way0 transfers
- IC-672:20 PM4h10Pasila railway station6:30 PMKuopio station€391One-way0 transfers
- S-616:00 AM4h12Pasila railway station10:12 AMKuopio station€461One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Helsinki to Kuopio
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Kuopio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €13 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 3h 11m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.1 - 0.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €13, while a flight costs an average of €104.
Distance: 336 km
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€37 Average price | €13 Average price Cheapest | €104 Average price |
3h 11m Average total duration Fastest 2h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 32m Average total duration 6h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 40m Average total duration 2h 40m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* |
0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | - CO2 emissions | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Helsinki to Kuopio train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Kuopio trains for today, Friday, August 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-67 | 2:14 PM Helsinki Central | 4h16 | 6:30 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-67 | 2:20 PM Pasila railway station | 4h10 | 6:30 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-71 | 3:24 PM Helsinki Central | 4h26 | 7:50 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-71 | 3:30 PM Pasila railway station | 4h20 | 7:50 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-147 | 3:59 PM Helsinki Central | 5h36 | 9:35 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-147 | 4:05 PM Pasila railway station | 5h30 | 9:35 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-9 | 4:14 PM Helsinki Central | 4h10 | 8:24 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-9 | 4:20 PM Pasila railway station | 4h04 | 8:24 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-51 · IC-147 | 4:20 PM Helsinki Central | 5h15 | 9:35 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-51 · IC-147 | 4:26 PM Pasila railway station | 5h09 | 9:35 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-73 | 7:14 PM Helsinki Central | 4h09 | 11:23 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-73 | 7:20 PM Pasila railway station | 4h03 | 11:23 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, August 29 | |||||
| S-61 | 5:54 AM Helsinki Central | 4h18 | 10:12 AM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-61 | 6:00 AM Pasila railway station | 4h12 | 10:12 AM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-63 | 8:14 AM Helsinki Central | 4h15 | 12:29 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-63 | 8:20 AM Pasila railway station | 4h09 | 12:29 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-65 | 11:14 AM Helsinki Central | 4h21 | 3:35 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-65 | 11:20 AM Pasila railway station | 4h15 | 3:35 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-171 | 12:00 PM Helsinki Central | 5h55 | 5:55 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-171 | 12:06 PM Pasila railway station | 5h49 | 5:55 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-25 · S-171 | 12:20 PM Helsinki Central | 5h35 | 5:55 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-25 · S-171 | 12:26 PM Pasila railway station | 5h29 | 5:55 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Kuopio
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Trains from Helsinki to Kuopio run on average 18 times per day, taking around 2h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €15 but you can travel from only €9 by bus.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 336 km distance in 4h 9m.
Distance 336 km |
Average train duration 2h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €15 |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 4h 9m |
First train 5:32 AM |
Last train 7:25 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 35 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Kuopio
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Kuopio 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 Kuopio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Kuopio
Most Helsinki to Kuopio trains use the Helsinki to Kuopio station pair. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Kuopio train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Helsinki station do trains to Kuopio 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.
Which Kuopio station do trains from Helsinki arrive at?
Getting to Kuopio from Kuopio city centre
Kuopio train station facilities and services
Kuopio 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: Amarillo, Musta Lammas
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kuopio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kuopio. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kuopio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kuopio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kuopio: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Kuopio, Rauhalahti Spa Hotel, Original Sokos Hotel Puijonsarvi.
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