The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Turku
Cheapest price on Sep 23
€18
Average ticket price on Sep 23
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 23
1 h 51 m
Average journey duration on Sep 23
1 h 52 m
Trains on Sep 23
28
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Turku is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Turku will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.
On Wed, Sep 23, we found 28 trains from Helsinki to Turku, including 28 direct services.
On Wed, Sep 23 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 51 m .
On Wed, Sep 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 52 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-9458:41 AM1h52Pasila railway station10:33 AMKupittaa€181One-way0 transfers
IC-9458:35 AM1h58Helsinki Central10:33 AMKupittaa€181One-way0 transfers
SP-9679:11 PM1h52Pasila railway station11:03 PMKupittaa€181One-way0 transfers
IC-9415:32 AM1h51Pasila railway station7:23 AMKupittaa€181One-way0 transfers
IC-9479:41 AM1h52Pasila railway station11:33 AMKupittaa€181One-way0 transfers
IC-9415:32 AM1h51Pasila railway station7:23 AMKupittaa€181One-way0 transfers
IC-9458:41 AM1h52Pasila railway station10:33 AMKupittaa€181One-way0 transfers
IC-9614:41 PM1h52Pasila railway station6:33 PMKupittaa€231One-way0 transfers
S-9797:41 AM1h52Pasila railway station9:33 AMKupittaa€241One-way0 transfers
SP-9679:11 PM1h52Pasila railway station11:03 PMKupittaa€181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Helsinki to Turku
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Turku among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €8 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 29m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €8, while a train costs an average of €15.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€15 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest | €32 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 29m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 57m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Turku:
A bus is €7 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsinki to Turku costing on average €15.
Other travel options to Turku take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 15m.
Live departures
Helsinki to Turku train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Turku trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, September 23. 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 | 1h57 | 7:23 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-941 | 5:32 AM Pasila railway station | 1h51 | 7:23 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-943 | 6:26 AM Helsinki Central | 2h02 | 8:28 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-943 | 6:32 AM Pasila railway station | 1h56 | 8:28 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-979 | 7:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 9:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-979 | 7:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 9:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-945 | 8:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 10:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-945 | 8:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 10:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-947 | 9:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 11:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-947 | 9:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 11:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-951 | 11:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 1:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-951 | 11:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 1:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-953 | 12:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 2:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-953 | 12:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 2:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-955 | 1:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 3:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-955 | 1:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 3:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-957 | 2:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 4:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-957 | 2:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 4:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-959 | 3:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 5:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-959 | 3:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 5:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-961 | 4:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 6:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-961 | 4:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 6:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-963 | 5:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 7:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-963 | 5:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 7:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-965 | 6:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 8:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-965 | 6:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 8:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-967 | 9:05 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 11:03 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-967 | 9:11 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 11:03 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Turku
Trains from Helsinki to Turku run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 24 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 49m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 1h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 24 |
Fastest train 1h 49m |
First train 12:20 AM |
Last train 11:54 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Turku
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Turku 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 Turku, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Turku
Most Helsinki to Turku trains use the Pasila to Kupittaa station pair, with some services arriving at Turku. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Turku train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Helsinki station do trains to Turku 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 Turku station do trains from Helsinki arrive at?
Getting to Kupittaa from Turku city centre
Kupittaa is 1 km from Turku city centre. Public transport options include:
Kupittaa train station facilities and services
Kupittaa has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kupittaa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kupittaa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kupittaa: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Original Sokos Hotel Kupittaa, Scandic Julia, Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel.
Getting to Turku from Turku city centre
Turku train station facilities and services
Turku has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Brahen Kellari, Ravintola Kaskis
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Turku. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Turku. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Turku: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Turku: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Turku: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Julia, Original Sokos Hotel Wiklund, Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel.
Getting to Turku satama from Turku city centre
Turku satama is 3 km from Turku city centre. Public transport options include:
Turku satama train station facilities and services
Turku satama has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Turku satama. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Turku satama. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Turku satama: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Turku satama: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Turku satama: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Seaport, Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel, Scandic Atrium.
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