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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vaasa to Helsinki
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
5 h 30 m
Average duration
6 h 46 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
370 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vaasa to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vaasa to Helsinki will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 5 buses that leave Vaasa for Helsinki every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 370 km distance in an average of 6 h 46 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 5 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 7 h 30 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.
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Vaasa to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vaasa to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 0m. 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 £11, and a train costs an average of £33.
Distance: 370 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £50 Average Price |
7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 4h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.4 - 0.9kg CO2 emissions | 0.1 - 0.3kg CO2 emissions Lowest |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular train company |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vaasa to Helsinki bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vaasa to Helsinki coaches for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 13:40 Vaasa, Matkakeskus | 5h30 | 19:10 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 13:40 Vaasa, Matkakeskus | 5h50 | 19:30 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:20 Vaasa, Matkakeskus | 6h45 | 04:05 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
| FlixBus | 21:20 Vaasa, Matkakeskus | 7h10 | 04:30 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 9 November | |||||
| 02:00 Vaasa | 7h10 | 09:10 Helsinki | 0 changesdirect | |
| 04:10 Vaasa | 7h30 | 11:40 Helsinki | 0 changesdirect | |
| 07:45 Vaasa | 6h30 | 14:15 Helsinki | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vaasa to Helsinki
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Buses from Vaasa to Helsinki run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 29m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 05:00, the last at 23:20. The fastest coach covers the 370 km distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 370 km |
Average bus duration 7h 29m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 05:00 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Vaasa to HelsinkiYou can travel by bus between Vaasa to Helsinki with FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Vaasa to Helsinki coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vaasa 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 Vaasa, Matkakeskus, which is located around 0.5 miles (773 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Helsinki, linja-autoasema, located 0.9 miles (1.4 km) away from the city centre.
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