The cheapest and fastest trains from Ylivieska to Helsinki
Cheapest price
€16
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
4 h 54 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
436 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Ylivieska to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ylivieska to Helsinki will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €16.
Of the 3 trains that leave Ylivieska for Helsinki on Sat, Nov 29, 3 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 29 the direct trains cover the 436 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 54 m .
On Sat, Nov 29 the slowest trains will take 7 h 56 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.






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Compare train and flight for Ylivieska to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Ylivieska to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €16, and a flight costs an average of €90.
Distance: 436 km
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6h 10m Average total duration 5h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Ylivieska to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Ylivieska to Helsinki trains for today, Friday, November 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC-36 | 5:35 AM Ylivieska station | 4h53 | 10:28 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-36 | 5:35 AM Ylivieska station | 5h00 | 10:35 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-22 | 6:48 AM Ylivieska station | 4h47 | 11:35 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-22 | 6:48 AM Ylivieska station | 4h40 | 11:28 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-38 | 8:30 AM Ylivieska station | 5h05 | 1:35 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-38 | 8:30 AM Ylivieska station | 4h58 | 1:28 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
H-494 · IC-70 | 11:37 AM Ylivieska station | 8h08 | 7:45 PM Helsinki Central | 1 transfer | |
H-494 · IC-70 | 11:37 AM Ylivieska station | 8h02 | 7:39 PM Pasila railway station | 1 transfer | |
IC-26 | 12:41 PM Ylivieska station | 4h47 | 5:28 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-26 | 12:41 PM Ylivieska station | 4h54 | 5:35 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-34 | 2:34 PM Ylivieska station | 4h54 | 7:28 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-34 | 2:34 PM Ylivieska station | 5h01 | 7:35 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-56 | 3:25 PM Ylivieska station | 5h03 | 8:28 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-56 | 3:25 PM Ylivieska station | 5h10 | 8:35 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-28 | 5:04 PM Ylivieska station | 4h31 | 9:35 PM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-28 | 5:04 PM Ylivieska station | 4h24 | 9:28 PM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-266 | 8:31 PM Ylivieska station | 7h56 | 4:27 AM Helsinki Central | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-266 · LOL-9616 | 8:31 PM Ylivieska station | 7h38 | 4:09 AM Helsinki Central | 1 transfer | |
PYO-266 | 8:31 PM Ylivieska station | 7h48 | 4:19 AM Pasila railway station | 0 transfersDirect | |
PYO-266 · LOL-9616 | 8:31 PM Ylivieska station | 7h32 | 4:03 AM Pasila railway station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Ylivieska to Helsinki
Trains from Ylivieska to Helsinki run on average 29 times per day, taking around 5h 40m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 21 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 436 km distance in 4h 31m.
Distance 436 km |
Average train duration 5h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 21 |
Fastest train 4h 31m |
First train 00:15 |
Last train 23:45 |
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FAQs: Trains from Ylivieska to Helsinki
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ylivieska 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.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Ylivieska, which is located around 1.5 miles (2.4 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Helsinki Central, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Ylivieska to Helsinki
- 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
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