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The cheapest and fastest trains from Lahti to Helsinki
Showing times and prices for Nov 13
Cheapest price
€15
Average price
€17
Fastest journey
43 m
Average duration
44 m
Trains per day
70
Distance
99 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Lahti to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Lahti to Helsinki will cost around €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €15.
Fast trains
Of the 70 trains that leave Lahti for Helsinki on Thu, Nov 13, 68 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 13 the direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 44 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 43 m .
On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest trains will take 44 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.
LOL-985606:19PM1h05
Lahti railway station07:24PMHelsinki Central
€151One-way
0 transfers
LOL-9916 · LOL-964008:04AM1h45
Lahti railway station09:49AMHelsinki Central
€151One-way
1 transfer
LOL-981608:00AM0h59
Lahti railway station08:59AMPasila railway station
€151One-way
0 transfers
LOL-987611:14PM0h59
Lahti railway station12:13AMPasila railway station
€151One-way
0 transfers
LOL-986809:19PM0h59
Lahti railway station10:18PMPasila railway station
€151One-way
0 transfers
S-208:40AM0h43
Lahti railway station09:23AMPasila railway station
€191One-way
0 transfers
IC-1209:55PM0h44
Lahti railway station10:39PMPasila railway station
€161One-way
0 transfers
IC-10206:49AM0h44
Lahti railway station07:33AMPasila railway station
€181One-way
0 transfers
IC-409:49AM0h44
Lahti railway station10:33AMPasila railway station
€181One-way
0 transfers
S-7207:49PM0h44
Lahti railway station08:33PMPasila railway station
€191One-way
0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Lahti to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lahti 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 train which can get you there in 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 99 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
€15 Average price | €8 Average price Cheapest |
1h 29m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Lahti to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Lahti to Helsinki trains for today, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 8:28 AM
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOL-9828 | 9:19 AM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 10:24 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9828 | 9:19 AM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 10:18 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-64 | 9:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 10:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-64 | 9:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 10:33 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9832 | 10:19 AM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 11:24 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9832 | 10:19 AM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 11:18 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-6 | 10:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 11:33 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-6 | 10:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 11:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9836 | 11:19 AM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 12:24 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9836 | 11:19 AM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 12:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9840 | 12:19 PM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 1:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9840 | 12:19 PM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 1:24 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-66 | 12:49 PM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 1:33 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-66 | 12:49 PM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 1:40 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9844 | 1:19 PM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 2:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9844 | 1:19 PM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 2:24 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-8 | 1:49 PM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 2:33 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-8 | 1:49 PM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 2:40 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9848 | 2:19 PM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 3:24 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9848 | 2:19 PM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 3:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9852 | 3:19 PM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 4:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9852 | 3:19 PM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 4:24 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-68 | 3:49 PM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 4:33 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-68 | 3:49 PM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 4:40 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9856 | 4:19 PM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 5:24 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9856 | 4:19 PM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 5:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-10 | 4:54 PM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 5:38 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-10 | 4:54 PM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 5:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9860 | 5:19 PM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 6:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9860 | 5:19 PM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 6:24 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-72 | 5:49 PM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 6:33 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-72 | 5:49 PM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 6:40 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9864 | 6:19 PM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 7:24 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9864 | 6:19 PM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 7:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-70 | 6:47 PM Lahti railway station | 0h52 | 7:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-70 | 6:47 PM Lahti railway station | 0h58 | 7:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9868 | 7:19 PM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 8:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9868 | 7:19 PM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 8:24 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-12 | 7:55 PM Lahti railway station | 0h50 | 8:45 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-12 | 7:55 PM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 8:39 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9872 | 8:19 PM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 9:18 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9872 | 8:19 PM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 9:24 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9876 | 9:14 PM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 10:13 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9876 | 9:14 PM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 10:19 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, November 13 | |||||
| LOL-9802 | 2:22 AM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 3:27 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9802 | 2:22 AM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 3:21 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9804 | 3:29 AM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 4:34 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9804 | 3:29 AM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 4:28 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9806 | 4:13 AM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 5:18 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9806 | 4:13 AM Lahti railway station | 1h11 | 5:24 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-102 | 4:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 5:33 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-102 | 4:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 5:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9812 | 5:13 AM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 6:18 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9812 | 5:13 AM Lahti railway station | 1h11 | 6:24 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-104 | 5:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 6:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-104 | 5:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 6:33 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9816 | 6:00 AM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 6:59 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9816 | 6:00 AM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 7:05 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9916 · LOL-9640 | 6:04 AM Lahti railway station | 1h45 | 7:49 AM Helsinki Central | 1 transfer | |
| LOL-9916 · LOL-9640 | 6:04 AM Lahti railway station | 1h39 | 7:43 AM Pasila railway station | 1 transfer | |
| S-2 | 6:40 AM Lahti railway station | 0h43 | 7:23 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-2 | 6:40 AM Lahti railway station | 0h50 | 7:30 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-62 | 6:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 7:33 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-62 | 6:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 7:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9820 | 7:19 AM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 8:18 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9820 | 7:19 AM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 8:24 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-4 | 7:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h51 | 8:40 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-4 | 7:49 AM Lahti railway station | 0h44 | 8:33 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9824 | 8:19 AM Lahti railway station | 0h59 | 9:18 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-9824 | 8:19 AM Lahti railway station | 1h05 | 9:24 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Lahti to Helsinki
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Trains from Lahti to Helsinki run on average 63 times per day, taking around 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.
There are 62 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:58. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 50m.
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 99 km |
Average train duration 59m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 63 |
Direct trains 62 |
Fastest train 50m |
First train 00:01 |
Last train 23:58 |
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 Lahti to Helsinki trainsVR trains will get you between Lahti 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
50m
Cheapest Price
€8
VR frequency
87 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 Lahti to Helsinki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Lahti 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.
Cheap train tickets from Lahti to Helsinki can start from as little as €4 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Lahti to Helsinki is €11; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
On average the Lahti to Helsinki train time is 44 min covering the 98 km long trip, but the journey time can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Lahti to Helsinki leaves at 04: 49. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The last train from Lahti to Helsinki leaves at 22: 24.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Lahti to Helsinki without having to change trains with VR. There are 22 direct trains from Lahti to Helsinki each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
Take the Lahti to Helsinki train with VR or VR. However, it's always good to check out all possible train providers for the route to Helsinki from Lahti as there might be differences in the amenities they offer.
Yes, you can take a night train from Lahti to Helsinki with VR. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.
When departing from Lahti, you have various train station options to start your journey from including Lahti railway station and Lahti, Mannerheiminkatu. 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 Lahti railway station, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 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 day trip to Helsinki from Lahti is worth doing with a journey time of 44 min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Lahti to Helsinki by train is April.
Yes, you can take a train between Lahti and Helsinki.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Lahti to Helsinki
Lahti
Helsinki
The major train station for departures in Lahti is Lahti. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lahti for your trip from Lahti to Helsinki.
Lahti
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Vesijärvenkatu 37.
Dining
- Santa Fe
- Ravintola Roux
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Solo Sokos Hotel Lahden Seurahuone
- Scandic Lahti City
- GreenStar Hotel Lahti
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 100 places, not covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki and other destinations
Public transit options for Lahti
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Connections to Helsinki and other major Finnish cities
Uusikylä
Amenities at train station
WifiAccessibilityinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
The major train station for arrivals in Helsinki is Helsinki. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Helsinki for your journey to Helsinki from Lahti.
Helsinki
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
19Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Elielinaukio and Postikatu.
Dining
- Restaurant Vltava
- Ravintola Zetor
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Kämp
- Scandic Simonkenttä
- Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
Public transit options for Helsinki
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- Tram: Lines 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
Huopalahti
Amenities at train station
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Käpylä
Amenities at train station
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Ilmala
Amenities at train station
ParkingTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Oulunkylä
Amenities at train station
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Pasila
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
3 kmNumber of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via the Tripla shopping center.
Dining
- Restaurant Tripla
- Outrun Cafe
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Scandic Pasila
- Original Sokos Hotel Tripla
- Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 3,400 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- 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
Public transit options for Pasila
- Tram: Lines 2, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Local and long-distance services
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