The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Turku
Cheapest price
€20
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
1 h 49 m
Average duration
1 h 51 m
Trains per day
26
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 €20.
Of the 26 trains that leave Helsinki for Turku on Fri, Dec 26, 26 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Dec 26 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 49 m .
On Fri, Dec 26 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.
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Compare bus and train 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 prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 54m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €11.
Distance: 150 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€19 Average price | €10 Average price Cheapest |
2h 24m Average total duration Fastest 1h 54m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 44m Average total duration 2h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Helsinki to Turku train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Turku trains for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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S-955 | 11:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 1:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-955 | 11:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 1:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-957 | 12:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 2:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-957 | 12:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 2:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-959 | 1:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 3:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-959 | 1:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 3:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-963 | 3:35 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 5:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-963 | 3:41 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 5:33 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-967 | 7:05 PM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 9:03 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-967 | 7:11 PM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 9:03 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-973 | 8:52 PM Helsinki Central | 2h01 | 10:53 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-973 | 8:58 PM Pasila railway station | 1h55 | 10:53 PM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, December 26 | |||||
IC-941 | 3:28 AM Helsinki Central | 1h55 | 5:23 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-941 | 3:34 AM Pasila railway station | 1h49 | 5:23 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-945 | 6:33 AM Helsinki Central | 2h00 | 8:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
SP-945 | 6:39 AM Pasila railway station | 1h54 | 8:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-949 | 8:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 10:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-949 | 8:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 10:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-951 | 9:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1h58 | 11:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-951 | 9:41 AM Pasila railway station | 1h52 | 11:33 AM Kupittaa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Helsinki to Turku
Trains from Helsinki to Turku run on average 29 times per day, taking around 1h 54m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €11 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 22 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:28. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 52m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 1h 54m |
Cheapest ticket price €11 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 22 |
Fastest train 1h 52m |
First train 00:20 |
Last train 23:28 |
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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.

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 Turku, located 1 mile (1.6 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Helsinki to Turku
- 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
- Parking available near the station.
- Outside the main entrance.
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- Free of charge
- Original Sokos Hotel Kupittaa
- Scandic Julia
- Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel
- The station has a simple layout with two platforms and a small waiting area.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Turku Central and Helsinki
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Ratapihankatu.
- Restaurant Brahen Kellari
- Ravintola Kaskis
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Scandic Julia
- Original Sokos Hotel Wiklund
- Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Helsinki, Tampere, and local destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1
- Ferry: Turku-Stockholm ferry connections
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Linnankatu.
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Hotel Seaport
- Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel
- Scandic Atrium
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-2 for trains to Turku city center
- Hall 2: ferry terminal connections
- Bus: Several lines available
- Ferry: Connections to Stockholm
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