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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Helsinki to Joensuu
Cheapest price
£25
Average price
£26
Fastest journey
7 h 40 m
Average duration
8 h 12 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
373 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Helsinki to Joensuu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Joensuu will cost around £26 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £25.
Of the 3 buses that leave Helsinki for Joensuu every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 373 km distance in an average of 8 h 12 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 8 h 55 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.
FlixBus13:157h40Helsinki, linja-autoasema20:55Joensuu, linja-autoasema£251One-way0 changes- FlixBus12:558h00Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 220:55Joensuu, linja-autoasema£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:008h55Helsinki, linja-autoasema18:55Joensuu, linja-autoasema£281One-way1 change
- FlixBus13:157h40Helsinki, linja-autoasema20:55Joensuu, linja-autoasema£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus12:558h00Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 220:55Joensuu, linja-autoasema£251One-way0 changes
- FlixBus · FlixBus10:008h55Helsinki, linja-autoasema18:55Joensuu, linja-autoasema£281One-way1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Helsinki to Joensuu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Joensuu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach 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 coach costs an average of £13, and a train costs an average of £32.
Distance: 373 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£20 Average Price Cheapest | £47 Average Price |
8h 42m Average total duration 8h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 7m Average total duration Fastest 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Helsinki to Joensuu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Joensuu coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 25 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 8h55 | 18:55 Joensuu, linja-autoasema | 1 change | |
| FlixBus | 12:55 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 8h00 | 20:55 Joensuu, linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:15 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 7h40 | 20:55 Joensuu, linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Helsinki to Joensuu
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Buses from Helsinki to Joensuu run on average 4 times per day, taking around 8h 12m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £13 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 09:30, the last at 13:20. The fastest coach covers the 373 km distance in 8h 0m.
Distance 373 km |
Average bus duration 8h 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £13 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 8h 0m |
First bus 9:30 |
Last bus 13:20 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 21 days |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Helsinki to JoensuuYou can travel by bus between Helsinki to Joensuu with FlixBus for as low as £13. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Helsinki to Joensuu coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Joensuu by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Joensuu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Helsinki and Joensuu
Most Helsinki to Joensuu buses use the Helsinki, linja-autoasema to Joensuu, linja-autoasema station pair. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Joensuu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Getting to Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 from Helsinki city centre
Getting to Vantaa, Helsinki-Vantaan lentoasema (T2 Saapuvat) from Helsinki city centre
Which Joensuu station do buses from Helsinki arrive at?
Joensuu, linja-autoasema bus station facilities and services
Joensuu, linja-autoasema has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Joensuu, linja-autoasema: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Most popular bus connections from Helsinki
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