The cheapest and fastest trains from Joensuu to Helsinki
Cheapest price
€52
Average price
€58
Fastest journey
4 h 24 m
Average duration
4 h 28 m
Trains per day
18
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 €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €52.
Of the 18 trains that leave Joensuu for Helsinki on Sat, Mar 21, 14 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Mar 21 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 Sat, Mar 21 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.
S-104
S-12
IC-10
S-12
IC-10
IC-106
IC-8
S-12
IC-10
IC-106Travel 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 €13. 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 €13, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 373 km
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€45 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest |
5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m 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 today, Friday, March 20. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
HDM-724 · IC-70 | 1:40 PM Joensuu station | 6h04 | 7:44 PM Helsinki Central | 1 transfer | |
HDM-724 · S-148 · SP-56 | 1:40 PM Joensuu station | 6h52 | 8:32 PM Pasila railway station | 2 transfers | |
HDM-724 · IC-70 | 1:40 PM Joensuu station | 5h57 | 7:37 PM Pasila railway station | 1 transfer | |
HDM-724 · S-148 · SP-56 | 1:40 PM Joensuu station | 6h59 | 8:39 PM Helsinki Central | 2 transfers | |
IC-12 | 4:10 PM Joensuu station | 4h35 | 8:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-12 | 4:10 PM Joensuu station | 4h29 | 8:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Saturday, March 21 | |||||
S-104 | 2:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h40 | 6:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-104 | 2:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h33 | 6:33 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-4 | 4:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h44 | 8:44 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-4 | 4:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h37 | 8:37 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-6 | 7:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h44 | 11:44 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-6 | 7:00 AM Joensuu station | 4h37 | 11:37 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-106 | 8:15 AM Joensuu station | 4h30 | 12:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-106 | 8:15 AM Joensuu station | 4h24 | 12:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-8 | 10:10 AM Joensuu station | 4h27 | 2:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-8 | 10:10 AM Joensuu station | 4h34 | 2:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-10 | 1:10 PM Joensuu station | 4h35 | 5:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-10 | 1:10 PM Joensuu station | 4h29 | 5:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Joensuu to Helsinki
Trains from Joensuu to Helsinki run on average 17 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 if you book in advance.
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 €9 |
Trains per day 17 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 4h 30m |
First train 01:02 |
Last train 18:38 |
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FAQs: Trains from Joensuu to Helsinki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Joensuu to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Joensuu to Helsinki
- 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
- 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
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