Kotka to Helsinki train with VR

Mon, Dec 15
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Deutsche Bahn
Northern Rail (3)
1,000+ travel companies
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1,000+ travel companies
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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kotka to Helsinki

Showing times and prices for Dec 15

Cheapest price

€26

Average price

€28

Fastest journey

2 h 25 m

Average duration

2 h 26 m

Trains per day

42

Distance

114 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kotka to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kotka to Helsinki will cost around €28 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €26.

Fast trains

It's difficult to get from Kotka to Helsinki without transferring at least once.

VRLOL-1666 · LOL-9852
03:21PM2h53
Paimenportin
06:14PMHelsinki Central
€261One-way
1 transfer
VRLOL-1672 · LOL-9860
05:16PM2h58
Kotka station
08:14PMHelsinki Central
€261One-way
1 transfer
VRLOL-1656 · LOL-1658 · LOL-9832
08:55AM4h19
Kotka station
01:14PMHelsinki Central
€261One-way
2 transfers
VRLOL-1672 · LOL-9860
05:14PM3h00
Kotka Port railway station
08:14PMHelsinki Central
€261One-way
1 transfer
VRLOL-1666 · LOL-9852
03:18PM2h56
Kotka station
06:14PMHelsinki Central
€261One-way
1 transfer

Travel Information

Compare train and bus for Kotka to Helsinki

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kotka to Helsinki 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 bus which can get you there in 1h 57m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €12.

Distance: 114 km

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Train
Bus

€23

Average price

€7

Average price

Cheapest

2h 43m

Average total duration

2h 13m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 57m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

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Live departures

Kotka to Helsinki train times

The table below shows live departures for Kotka to Helsinki trains for tomorrow, Monday, December 15. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 11:04 PM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
vrgroupLOL-1652 · S-24:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
2h37
7:30 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1652 · LOL-98204:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
3h21
8:14 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1652 · LOL-98204:55 AM Kotka station
3h19
8:14 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1652 · S-24:55 AM Kotka station
2h35
7:30 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1652 · S-24:58 AM Paimenportin
2h32
7:30 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1652 · LOL-98204:58 AM Paimenportin
3h16
8:14 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1654 · IC-45:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
2h51
8:44 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1654 · IC-45:55 AM Kotka station
2h49
8:44 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1654 · IC-45:58 AM Paimenportin
2h46
8:44 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1656 · S-646:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
3h51
10:44 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1656 · LOL-1658 · LOL-98326:53 AM Kotka Port railway station
4h21
11:14 AM Helsinki Central2 transfers
vrgroupLOL-1656 · LOL-1658 · LOL-98326:55 AM Kotka station
4h19
11:14 AM Helsinki Central2 transfers
vrgroupLOL-1656 · S-646:55 AM Kotka station
3h49
10:44 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1656 · S-646:58 AM Paimenportin
3h46
10:44 AM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1656 · LOL-1658 · LOL-98326:58 AM Paimenportin
4h16
11:14 AM Helsinki Central2 transfers
vrgroupLOL-1664 · IC-810:47 AM Kotka Port railway station
3h57
2:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1664 · IC-6610:47 AM Kotka Port railway station
2h57
1:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1664 · LOL-984410:47 AM Kotka Port railway station
3h27
2:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1664 · IC-6610:49 AM Kotka station
2h55
1:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1664 · LOL-984410:49 AM Kotka station
3h25
2:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1664 · IC-810:49 AM Kotka station
3h55
2:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1664 · IC-6610:52 AM Paimenportin
2h52
1:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1664 · LOL-984410:52 AM Paimenportin
3h22
2:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1664 · IC-810:52 AM Paimenportin
3h52
2:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1666 · LOL-98521:16 PM Kotka Port railway station
2h58
4:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1666 · LOL-98521:18 PM Kotka station
2h56
4:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1666 · LOL-98521:21 PM Paimenportin
2h53
4:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1670 · IC-682:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
2h30
4:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1670 · IC-682:16 PM Kotka station
2h28
4:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1670 · IC-682:19 PM Paimenportin
2h25
4:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1672 · IC-103:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
2h31
5:45 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1672 · LOL-98603:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
3h00
6:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1672 · LOL-98603:16 PM Kotka station
2h58
6:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1672 · IC-103:16 PM Kotka station
2h29
5:45 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1672 · IC-103:19 PM Paimenportin
2h26
5:45 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1672 · LOL-98603:19 PM Paimenportin
2h55
6:14 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1676 · S-724:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
2h30
6:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1676 · IC-704:14 PM Kotka Port railway station
3h30
7:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1676 · IC-704:16 PM Kotka station
3h28
7:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1676 · S-724:16 PM Kotka station
2h28
6:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1676 · IC-704:19 PM Paimenportin
3h25
7:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-1676 · S-724:19 PM Paimenportin
2h25
6:44 PM Helsinki Central1 transfer

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kotka to Helsinki

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Trains from Kotka to Helsinki run on average 38 times per day, taking around 2h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €12 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

The earliest train runs at 02:51, the last at 21:19. The fastest train covers the 114 km distance in 2h 3m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
114 km
Average train duration
2h 13m
Cheapest ticket price
€12
Trains per day
38
Fastest train
2h 3m
First train
02:51
Last train
21:19
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Train companies: VR from Kotka to Helsinki trainsVR trains will get you between Kotka and Helsinki from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 7m
Cheapest Price
€12
VR frequency
43 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Kotka to Helsinki

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kotka 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.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Kotka to Helsinki can start from as little as €10 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Kotka to Helsinki is €20; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Kotka to Helsinki train time is 2 h 7 min   covering the 113 km long route, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Kotka to Helsinki leaves at 04: 59. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Kotka to Helsinki leaves at 18: 38.
There are 7 trains a day from Kotka to Helsinki which require at least one change with VR or VR. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.
When taking a train from Kotka to Helsinki, you can count on VR or VR for the best way to get you to Helsinki. You can also check all possible train companies who offer a service to Helsinki from Kotka and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.
Yes, you can take a night train from Kotka to Helsinki with VR. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  

When departing from Kotka, you have various train station options to start your route from including Kotka Port railway station and Kotka. When arriving in Helsinki, you can end your route in train stations like Helsinki Central and Helsinki, Veturitie 9 (Pasila autojunan lastausasema).

Passengers board the train most frequently from Kotka Port railway station, which is located around 1.3 miles (2.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Helsinki Central, located 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre.

A trip to Helsinki from Kotka is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2 h 7 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Kotka to Helsinki by train is October.
Yes, you can take a train from Kotka to Helsinki.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Kotka to Helsinki

Kotka
Helsinki
The major train station for departures in Kotka is Kotka. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kotka for your trip from Kotka to Helsinki.
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Amenities at train station
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information
address
Address
48100 Kotka, Finland
KyminlinnaParkingAccessibilityBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
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Bike RentalBike Rental
information
address
Address
48700 Kotka, Finland
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Kotka SatamaParkingATMAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
ATMATM
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
address
Address
48100 Kotka, Finland
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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