4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Salo
Cheapest price
€6
Average price
€11
Fastest journey
1 h 29 m
Average duration
1 h 34 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
102 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Salo is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Salo will cost around €11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Helsinki for Salo on Fri, Dec 05, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 05 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 34 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 29 m .
On Fri, Dec 05 the slowest trains will take 1 h 49 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Helsinki to Salo
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Salo among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 27m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €6.
Distance: 102 km
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€15 Average price | €9 Average price Cheapest |
1h 57m Average total duration Fastest 1h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 9m Average total duration 1h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Helsinki to Salo train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Salo trains for today, Thursday, December 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-979 | 5:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 7:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-979 | 5:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 7:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-945 | 6:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 8:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-945 | 6:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 8:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-947 | 7:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 9:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-947 | 7:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 9:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-951 | 9:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 11:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-951 | 9:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 11:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-953 | 10:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 12:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-953 | 10:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 12:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-955 | 11:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 1:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-955 | 11:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 1:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-957 | 12:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 2:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-957 | 12:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 2:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-959 | 1:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 3:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-959 | 1:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 3:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-961 | 2:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 4:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-961 | 2:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 4:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-963 | 3:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 5:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-963 | 3:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 5:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-965 | 4:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 6:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-965 | 4:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 6:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-967 | 7:05 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 8:36 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-967 | 7:11 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 8:36 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-973 | 8:52 PM Helsinki Central | 1h34 | 10:26 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-973 | 8:58 PM Pasila railway station | 1h28 | 10:26 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 5 | |||||
| 4:35 AM Helsinki | 1h31 | 6:06 AM Salo | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Salo
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Trains from Helsinki to Salo run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 27m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €6 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 20 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 102 km distance in 1h 29m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 1h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 20 |
Fastest train 1h 29m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:57 |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Salo
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Salo 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 Salo, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
When departing from Helsinki, you have various train station options to start your trip from including Helsinki Central and Helsinki, Veturitie 9 (Pasila autojunan lastausasema). When arriving in Salo, you can end your route in train stations like Salo railway station and Salo, Annankatu.
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 Salo railway station, located 0.6 miles (1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Salo
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCBike Parking- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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