4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kuopio to Helsinki
Cheapest price
£10
Average price
£10
Fastest journey
5 h 31 m
Average duration
5 h 59 m
Buses per day
8
Distance
336 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kuopio to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kuopio to Helsinki will cost around £10 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £10.
Of the 8 buses that leave Kuopio for Helsinki every day 8 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 336 km distance in an average of 5 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 31 m .
The slowest buses will take 6 h 20 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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Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Kuopio to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kuopio to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 59m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.1 - 0.3kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £64.
Distance: 336 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £46 Average Price | £110 Average Price |
6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 49m Average total duration 4h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 59m Average total duration Fastest 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 1.0 - 2.0kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Kuopio to Helsinki bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kuopio to Helsinki coaches for today, Tuesday 2 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 09:30 Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus) | 6h30 | 16:00 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 09:30 Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus) | 6h10 | 15:40 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus) | 5h55 | 17:05 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:10 Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus) | 6h20 | 17:30 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:59 Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus) | 5h31 | 03:30 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:59 Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus) | 6h01 | 04:00 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
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| FlixBus | 05:10 Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus) | 6h20 | 11:30 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 05:10 Kuopio, Linja-autoasema (Matkakeskus) | 6h40 | 11:50 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kuopio to Helsinki
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Buses from Kuopio to Helsinki run on average 3 times per day, taking around 6h 11m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:15, the last at 17:30. The fastest coach covers the 336 km distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 336 km |
Average bus duration 6h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 5h 31m |
First bus 05:15 |
Last bus 17:30 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Kuopio to HelsinkiYou can travel by bus between Kuopio to Helsinki with FlixBus for as low as £10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kuopio to Helsinki coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kuopio to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Kuopio, Matkakeskus, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Vantaa, Helsinki airport (Terminal 2), located 10.3 miles (16.6 km) away from the city centre.
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