The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Mikkeli
Cheapest price
€36
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
2 h 28 m
Average duration
2 h 31 m
Trains per day
12
Distance
211 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Mikkeli is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Mikkeli will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €36.
Of the 12 trains that leave Helsinki for Mikkeli on Tue, Jan 13, 12 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jan 13 the direct trains cover the 211 km distance in an average of 2 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 28 m .
On Tue, Jan 13 the slowest trains will take 2 h 34 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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S-61
IC-65
IC-63
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IC-73
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IC-73Live departures
Helsinki to Mikkeli train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Mikkeli trains for today, Monday, January 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC-73 | 5:20 PM Pasila railway station | 2h28 | 7:48 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, January 13 | |||||
S-61 | 3:54 AM Helsinki Central | 2h46 | 6:40 AM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-61 | 4:00 AM Pasila railway station | 2h40 | 6:40 AM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-63 | 6:14 AM Helsinki Central | 2h40 | 8:54 AM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-63 | 6:20 AM Pasila railway station | 2h34 | 8:54 AM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-65 | 9:14 AM Helsinki Central | 2h50 | 12:04 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-65 | 9:20 AM Pasila railway station | 2h44 | 12:04 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-67 | 12:14 PM Helsinki Central | 2h34 | 2:48 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-67 | 12:20 PM Pasila railway station | 2h28 | 2:48 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-9 | 2:14 PM Helsinki Central | 2h37 | 4:51 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-9 | 2:20 PM Pasila railway station | 2h31 | 4:51 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-73 | 5:14 PM Helsinki Central | 2h34 | 7:48 PM Mikkeli | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Mikkeli
Trains from Helsinki to Mikkeli run on average 12 times per day, taking around 2h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €13 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:54, the last at 19:25. The fastest train covers the 211 km distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 211 km |
Average train duration 2h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €13 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 2h 27m |
First train 05:54 |
Last train 19:25 |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Mikkeli
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Mikkeli 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 Mikkeli, 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 Mikkeli, Matkakeskus laituri 4, located 0.3 miles (488 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Mikkeli
- 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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