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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Joensuu to Helsinki
Cheapest price
€39
Average price
€50
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
20
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Joensuu to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Joensuu to Helsinki will cost around €50 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €39.
Of the 20 trains that leave Joensuu for Helsinki on Fri, Jun 19, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct trains cover the 373 km distance in an average of 4 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 24 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest trains will take 4 h 30 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-1141:31 PM4h58Joensuu station6:29 PMHelsinki Central€391One-way0 transfers- IC-1141:31 PM4h51Joensuu station6:22 PMPasila railway station€391One-way0 transfers
- IC-812:10 PM4h27Joensuu station4:37 PMPasila railway station€411One-way0 transfers
- IC-812:10 PM4h34Joensuu station4:44 PMHelsinki Central€411One-way0 transfers
- IC-46:00 AM4h37Joensuu station10:37 AMPasila railway station€461One-way0 transfers
- S-10610:15 AM4h24Joensuu station2:39 PMPasila railway station€521One-way0 transfers
- IC-812:10 PM4h27Joensuu station4:37 PMPasila railway station€411One-way0 transfers
- IC-103:10 PM4h29Joensuu station7:39 PMPasila railway station€481One-way0 transfers
- IC-126:10 PM4h29Joensuu station10:39 PMPasila railway station€501One-way0 transfers
- S-10610:15 AM4h30Joensuu station2:45 PMHelsinki Central€521One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Joensuu to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Joensuu to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €14. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €14, and a train costs an average of €17.
Distance: 373 km
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€46 Average price | €18 Average price Cheapest |
5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Joensuu to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Joensuu to Helsinki trains for tomorrow, Friday, June 19. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-104 | 4:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h40 | 8:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-104 | 4:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h33 | 8:33 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| HDM-720 · IC-142 | 6:00 AM Joensuu station | 6h52 | 12:52 PM Pasila railway station | 1 transfer | |
| HDM-720 · IC-142 | 6:00 AM Joensuu station | 6h59 | 12:59 PM Helsinki Central | 1 transfer | |
| IC-4 | 6:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h37 | 10:37 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-4 | 6:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h44 | 10:44 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-6 | 9:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h37 | 1:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-6 | 9:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h44 | 1:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-106 | 10:15 AM Joensuu station | 4h30 | 2:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-106 | 10:15 AM Joensuu station | 4h24 | 2:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-8 | 12:10 PM Joensuu station | 4h27 | 4:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-8 | 12:10 PM Joensuu station | 4h34 | 4:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-114 | 1:31 PM Joensuu station | 4h58 | 6:29 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-114 | 1:31 PM Joensuu station | 4h51 | 6:22 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-10 | 3:10 PM Joensuu station | 4h29 | 7:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-10 | 3:10 PM Joensuu station | 4h35 | 7:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| HDM-724 · IC-70 | 3:40 PM Joensuu station | 6h04 | 9:44 PM Helsinki Central | 1 transfer | |
| HDM-724 · IC-70 | 3:40 PM Joensuu station | 5h57 | 9:37 PM Pasila railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-12 | 6:10 PM Joensuu station | 4h29 | 10:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-12 | 6:10 PM Joensuu station | 4h35 | 10:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Joensuu to Helsinki
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Trains from Joensuu to Helsinki run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €14 by bus.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 18:38. The fastest train covers the 373 km distance in 4h 30m.
Distance 373 km |
Average train duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 1:02 AM |
Last train 6:38 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 84 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Joensuu to Helsinki
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popular train stations
Popular train stations from Joensuu to Helsinki
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, located adjacent to the station building
- Restaurant Rosso Joensuu
- Ravintola Kerubi
- Outside the main entrance
- €1
- Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel
- Scandic Joensuu
- Hotel GreenStar
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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
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
ParkingATMAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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