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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Imatra
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
2 h 23 m
Average duration
2 h 29 m
Trains per day
18
Distance
236 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Imatra is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Imatra will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 18 trains that leave Helsinki for Imatra every day 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 236 km distance in an average of 2 h 29 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 23 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 32 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.
S-1 · JLA-102B6:543h41Helsinki Central10:35Imatra station£221One-way1 change- S-1 · JLA-102B7:003h35Pasila railway station10:35Imatra station£221One-way1 change
- S-11521:142h38Helsinki Central23:52Imatra station£281One-way0 changes
- S-11521:202h32Pasila railway station23:52Imatra station£281One-way0 changes
- IC-1118:312h38Pasila railway station21:09Imatra station£321One-way0 changes
- IC-715:202h23Pasila railway station17:43Imatra station£371One-way0 changes
- IC-715:142h29Helsinki Central17:43Imatra station£371One-way0 changes
- S-1312:202h30Pasila railway station14:50Imatra station£401One-way0 changes
- IC-513:202h32Pasila railway station15:52Imatra station£401One-way0 changes
- IC-310:202h32Pasila railway station12:52Imatra station£351One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Helsinki to Imatra
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Imatra among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 39m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £10.
Distance: 236 km
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£31 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 9m Average total duration Fastest 2h 39m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 11m Average total duration 3h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Helsinki to Imatra train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Imatra trains for tomorrow, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-1 · JLA-102B | 6:54 Helsinki Central | 3h41 | 10:35 Imatra station | 1 change | |
| S-1 · JLA-102B | 7:00 Pasila railway station | 3h35 | 10:35 Imatra station | 1 change | |
| IC-3 | 10:14 Helsinki Central | 2h38 | 12:52 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-3 | 10:20 Pasila railway station | 2h32 | 12:52 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-13 | 12:14 Helsinki Central | 2h36 | 14:50 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-13 | 12:20 Pasila railway station | 2h30 | 14:50 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-5 | 13:14 Helsinki Central | 2h38 | 15:52 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-5 | 13:20 Pasila railway station | 2h32 | 15:52 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-7 | 15:14 Helsinki Central | 2h29 | 17:43 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-7 | 15:20 Pasila railway station | 2h23 | 17:43 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-9 | 16:14 Helsinki Central | 2h40 | 18:54 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-9 | 16:20 Pasila railway station | 2h34 | 18:54 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-111 | 17:14 Helsinki Central | 2h41 | 19:55 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-111 | 17:20 Pasila railway station | 2h35 | 19:55 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-11 | 18:25 Helsinki Central | 2h44 | 21:09 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-11 | 18:31 Pasila railway station | 2h38 | 21:09 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-115 | 21:14 Helsinki Central | 2h38 | 23:52 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-115 | 21:20 Pasila railway station | 2h32 | 23:52 Imatra station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Imatra
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Trains from Helsinki to Imatra run on average 16 times per day, taking around 2h 39m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:11, the last at 21:26. The fastest train covers the 236 km distance in 2h 36m.
Distance 236 km |
Average train duration 2h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 2h 36m |
First train 3:11 |
Last train 21:26 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Sat |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 21 days |
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FAQs: Helsinki to Imatra train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Imatra 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 Imatra, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Helsinki and Imatra
Most Helsinki to Imatra trains use the Helsinki to Imatra station pair. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Imatra train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Helsinki station do trains to Imatra leave from?
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.
Getting to Ilmala from Helsinki city centre
Ilmala train station facilities and services
Ilmala has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Ilmala: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Ilmala: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Ilmala: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Which Imatra station do trains from Helsinki arrive at?
Getting to Imatra from Imatra city centre
Imatra is 2 km from Imatra city centre. Public transport options include:
Imatra train station facilities and services
Imatra has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and Bike Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Imatra.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
ATMs are available at Imatra.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Imatra: Parking, Taxis.
Bike and car services
Available at Imatra: Bike Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Imatra.
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