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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Jakobstad
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£30
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£41
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
5 h 42 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
5 h 43 m
Trains on 18 Sept
3
Distance
407 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Jakobstad is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Jakobstad will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £30.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 3 trains from Helsinki to Jakobstad, including 3 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 407 km distance in an average of 5 h 43 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 42 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 44 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.
20:405h44Helsinki2:24Jakobstad£301One-way0 changes- 17:105h42Helsinki22:52Jakobstad£451One-way0 changes
- 21:405h44Helsinki3:24Jakobstad£481One-way0 changes
- 17:105h42Helsinki22:52Jakobstad£451One-way0 changes
- 21:405h44Helsinki3:24Jakobstad£481One-way0 changes
- 20:405h44Helsinki2:24Jakobstad£301One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train for Helsinki to Jakobstad
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Jakobstad among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £25 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 39m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £25, while a train costs an average of £25.
Distance: 407 km
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Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£25 Average Price Cheapest | £82 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 39m Average total duration Fastest 4h 9m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 47m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 1h 38m faster (4h 9m by train vs 5h 47m by car) and roughly £58 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£25 vs £82). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with VR.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Helsinki to Jakobstad train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Jakobstad trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17:29 Helsinki | 10h03 | 3:32 Jakobstad | 0 changesdirect | |
| 20:40 Helsinki | 5h44 | 2:24 Jakobstad | 0 changesdirect | |
| 21:40 Helsinki | 5h44 | 3:24 Jakobstad | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Jakobstad
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Trains from Helsinki to Jakobstad run on average 24 times per day, taking around 4h 9m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 14 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 407 km distance in 3h 51m.
Distance 407 km |
Average train duration 4h 9m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 24 |
Direct trains 14 |
Fastest train 3h 51m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:53 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 3 days |
Train companies: VR from Helsinki to Jakobstad trainsVR trains will get you between Helsinki and Jakobstad from £11. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Helsinki to Jakobstad train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Jakobstad 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 Jakobstad, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Helsinki and Jakobstad
Most Helsinki to Jakobstad trains use the Helsinki to Jakobstad-Pedersöre station pair. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Jakobstad train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Helsinki station do trains to Jakobstad 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.
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