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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Nurmes to Helsinki
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€57
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€70
Fastest journey on Sep 18
7 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
7 h 5 m
Trains on Sep 18
2
Distance
435 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Nurmes to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Nurmes to Helsinki will cost around €70 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €57.
On Fri, Sep 18, we found 2 trains from Nurmes to Helsinki, including 2 direct services.
On Fri, Sep 18 the direct trains cover the 435 km distance in an average of 7 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 7 h 5 m .
On Fri, Sep 18 the slowest trains will take 7 h 5 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.
12:40 PM7h05Nurmes7:45 PMHelsinki€571One-way0 transfers- 1:40 PM7h05Nurmes8:45 PMHelsinki€831One-way0 transfers
- 1:40 PM7h05Nurmes8:45 PMHelsinki€831One-way0 transfers
- 12:40 PM7h05Nurmes7:45 PMHelsinki€571One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Nurmes to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Nurmes to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €53 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €53, while a flight costs an average of €110.
Distance: 435 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€57 Average price | €53 Average price Cheapest | €110 Average price | €99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 19m Average total duration 6h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 6h 2m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Nurmes to Helsinki:
A bus is €4 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Nurmes to Helsinki costing on average €57.
A bus is €56 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Nurmes to Helsinki costing on average €110.
Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 49m.
Bus takes on average 9h 45m.
Live departures
Nurmes to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Nurmes to Helsinki trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12:40 PM Nurmes | 7h05 | 7:45 PM Helsinki | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Nurmes to Helsinki
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Trains from Nurmes to Helsinki run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €47 but you can travel from only €45 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:57, the last at 15:48. The fastest train covers the 435 km distance in 7h 5m.
Distance 435 km |
Average train duration 6h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price €47 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 7h 5m |
First train 5:57 AM |
Last train 3:48 PM |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Train companies: VR from Nurmes to Helsinki trainsVR trains will get you between Nurmes and Helsinki from €45. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Nurmes to Helsinki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Nurmes 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 Nurmes to Helsinki
Most Nurmes to Helsinki trains use the Nurmes to Helsinki station pair, with some services arriving at Pasila. Use this guide to compare Nurmes and Helsinki train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Nurmes station do trains to Helsinki leave from?
Nurmes train station facilities and services
Nurmes has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, and WC.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Nurmes.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Nurmes.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Nurmes: WC.
Getting to Kohtavaara from Nurmes city centre
Which Helsinki station do trains from Nurmes arrive at?
Getting to Helsinki from Helsinki city centre
Helsinki train station facilities and services
Helsinki has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Vltava, Ravintola Zetor
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helsinki. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Helsinki. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsinki: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Helsinki: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsinki: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kämp, Scandic Simonkenttä, Clarion Hotel Helsinki.
Getting to Pasila from Helsinki city centre
Pasila is 3 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Pasila train station facilities and services
Pasila has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Tripla, Outrun Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pasila. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pasila. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pasila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pasila: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pasila: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Pasila, Original Sokos Hotel Tripla, Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo.
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