The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Salo
Cheapest price on Oct 21
€6
Average ticket price on Oct 21
€14
Fastest journey on Oct 21
1 h 31 m
Average journey duration on Oct 21
1 h 31 m
Trains on Oct 21
7
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 €14 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €6.
On Wed, Oct 21, we found 7 trains from Helsinki to Salo, including 7 direct services.
On Wed, Oct 21 the direct trains cover the 102 km distance in an average of 1 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 31 m .
On Wed, Oct 21 the slowest trains will take 1 h 31 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.
7:35 AM1h31Helsinki9:06 AMSalo€61One-way0 transfers
3:26 AM1h32Helsinki4:58 AMSalo€61One-way0 transfers
9:35 AM1h31Helsinki11:06 AMSalo€131One-way0 transfers
10:35 AM1h31Helsinki12:06 PMSalo€151One-way0 transfers
11:35 AM1h31Helsinki1:06 PMSalo€171One-way0 transfers
7:05 PM1h31Helsinki8:36 PMSalo€181One-way0 transfers
10:35 AM1h31Helsinki12:06 PMSalo€151One-way0 transfers
11:35 AM1h31Helsinki1:06 PMSalo€171One-way0 transfers
7:35 AM1h31Helsinki9:06 AMSalo€61One-way0 transfers
9:35 AM1h31Helsinki11:06 AMSalo€131One-way0 transfers
Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Salo
Trains from Helsinki to Salo run on average 26 times per day, taking around 1h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 19 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 18m.
Distance 102 km |
Average train duration 1h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 26 |
Direct trains 19 |
Fastest train 1h 18m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:57 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 14 days |
Live departures
Helsinki to Salo train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Salo trains for today, Tuesday, October 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC-941 | 5:26 AM Helsinki Central | 1h30 | 6:56 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-941 | 5:32 AM Pasila railway station | 1h24 | 6:56 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-943 | 6:26 AM Helsinki Central | 1h32 | 7:58 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-943 | 6:32 AM Pasila railway station | 1h26 | 7:58 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-979 | 7:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 9:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-979 | 7:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 9:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-945 | 8:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 10:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-945 | 8:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 10:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-947 | 9:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 11:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-947 | 9:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 11:06 AM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-951 | 11:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 1:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-951 | 11:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 1:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-953 | 12:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 2:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-953 | 12:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 2:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-955 | 1:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 3:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-955 | 1:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 3:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-957 | 2:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 4:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-957 | 2:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 4:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-959 | 3:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 5:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-959 | 3:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 5:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-961 | 4:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 6:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-961 | 4:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 6:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-963 | 5:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 7:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-963 | 5:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 7:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-965 | 6:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 8:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-965 | 6:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 8:06 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-967 | 9:05 PM Helsinki Central | 1h31 | 10:36 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-967 | 9:11 PM Pasila railway station | 1h25 | 10:36 PM Salo railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Salo
Most Helsinki to Salo trains use the Helsinki to Salo station pair, with some services arriving at Salo, ABC Piihovi Salo. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Salo train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Helsinki station do trains to Salo 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.
Salo train station facilities and services
Salo has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Bike Parking.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Salo.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Salo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Salo: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Salo: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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