Helsinki to Lahti train with VR

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Lahti

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£14

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£15

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

45 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

46 m

Trains on 05 Sept

70

Distance

99 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Lahti is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Helsinki to Lahti will cost around £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £14.

Fast trains

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 70 trains from Helsinki to Lahti, including 64 direct services.

These direct trains cover the 99 km distance in an average of 46 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 45 m .

The slowest trains will take 46 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.

  • VRLOL-9817
    6:401h05
    Helsinki Central
    7:45Lahti railway station
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • VRLOL-9863
    18:451h05
    Helsinki Central
    19:50Lahti railway station
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • VRLOL-9881
    0:151h00
    Pasila railway station
    1:15Lahti railway station
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • VRLOL-9835
    11:501h00
    Pasila railway station
    12:50Lahti railway station
    £141One-way
    0 changes
  • VRLOL-9879
    23:101h05
    Helsinki Central
    0:15Lahti railway station
    £141One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Helsinki to Lahti

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Lahti among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 30m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £10.

Distance: 99 km

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Train
Coach
Driving

£10

Average Price

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

£18

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 30m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

2h 22m

Average total duration

1h 52m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 24m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

VR

Most popular train company

FlixBus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Helsinki to Lahti is a coach with an average price of £5.

This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Lahti:

A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsinki to Lahti costing on average £10.

The fastest way to travel from Helsinki to Lahti is by train with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Lahti take longer:

Coach takes on average 1h 52m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Helsinki and Lahti including taking a train and coach.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.

The journey is about 24m faster (1h 0m by train vs 1h 24m by car) and roughly £8 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£10 vs £18). 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 Lahti train times

The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Lahti trains for today, Friday 4 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
VRLOL-987923:10 Helsinki Central
1h05
0:15 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-987923:15 Pasila railway station
1h00
0:15 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
Saturday 5 September
VRLOL-98810:10 Helsinki Central
1h05
1:15 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98810:15 Pasila railway station
1h00
1:15 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98851:10 Helsinki Central
1h05
2:15 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98851:15 Pasila railway station
1h00
2:15 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-9747 · LOL-99052:51 Helsinki Central
3h05
5:56 Lahti railway station1 change
VRLOL-9747 · LOL-99052:55 Pasila railway station
3h01
5:56 Lahti railway station1 change
VRLOL-9751 · LOL-99094:21 Helsinki Central
2h35
6:56 Lahti railway station1 change
VRLOL-9751 · LOL-99094:25 Pasila railway station
2h31
6:56 Lahti railway station1 change
VRLOL-9621 · LOL-99095:10 Helsinki Central
1h46
6:56 Lahti railway station1 change
VRLOL-9621 · LOL-99095:15 Pasila railway station
1h41
6:56 Lahti railway station1 change
VRS-615:54 Helsinki Central
0h55
6:49 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRS-616:00 Pasila railway station
0h49
6:49 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98176:40 Helsinki Central
1h05
7:45 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98176:45 Pasila railway station
1h00
7:45 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-16:54 Helsinki Central
0h55
7:49 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-17:00 Pasila railway station
0h49
7:49 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98197:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
8:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98197:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
8:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-638:14 Helsinki Central
0h52
9:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-638:20 Pasila railway station
0h46
9:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98238:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
9:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98238:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
9:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98279:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
10:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-98279:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
10:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-310:14 Helsinki Central
0h52
11:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-310:20 Pasila railway station
0h46
11:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-983110:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
11:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-983110:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
11:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-6511:14 Helsinki Central
0h57
12:11 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-6511:20 Pasila railway station
0h51
12:11 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-983511:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
12:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-983511:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
12:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-983912:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
13:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-983912:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
13:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-513:14 Helsinki Central
0h52
14:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-513:20 Pasila railway station
0h46
14:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-984313:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
14:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-984313:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
14:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRS-10913:54 Helsinki Central
0h59
14:53 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRS-10914:00 Pasila railway station
0h53
14:53 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-6714:14 Helsinki Central
0h52
15:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-6714:20 Pasila railway station
0h46
15:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-984714:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
15:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-984714:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
15:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-7115:24 Helsinki Central
0h55
16:19 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-7115:30 Pasila railway station
0h49
16:19 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-985115:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
16:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-985115:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
16:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRS-916:14 Helsinki Central
0h52
17:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRS-916:20 Pasila railway station
0h46
17:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-985516:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
17:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-985516:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
17:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-985917:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
18:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-985917:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
18:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRS-1118:29 Helsinki Central
0h51
19:20 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRS-1118:35 Pasila railway station
0h45
19:20 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-986318:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
19:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-986318:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
19:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-7319:14 Helsinki Central
0h52
20:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRIC-7319:20 Pasila railway station
0h46
20:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-986719:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
20:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-986719:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
20:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-987120:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
21:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-987120:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
21:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRS-11521:14 Helsinki Central
0h52
22:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRS-11521:20 Pasila railway station
0h46
22:06 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-987521:45 Helsinki Central
1h05
22:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect
VRLOL-987521:50 Pasila railway station
1h00
22:50 Lahti railway station0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Helsinki to Lahti

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Trains from Helsinki to Lahti run on average 65 times per day, taking around 1h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.

There are 59 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:09, the last at 23:15. The fastest train covers the 99 km distance in 51m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
99 km
Average train duration
1h 0m
Cheapest ticket price
£4
Trains per day
65
Direct trains
59
Fastest train
51m
First train
0:09
Last train
23:15
Cheapest Month
Oct
Cheapest Day
Sat
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Jan - Mar
Busiest Day
Sun
Least Busy Day
Wed
Best time to book
21 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: VR from Helsinki to Lahti trainsVR trains will get you between Helsinki and Lahti from £4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average VR Duration
51m
Cheapest VR Price
£4
VR frequency
1 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

Complete guide to Lahti

Things to do in Lahti

Discover the best of Lahti — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Lahti trip today.

  • Recommended

Hiihtomuseo

A ski museum beside the sports centre, covering winter sports history with exhibits on jumping, skiing and Lahti’s sporting traditions.

  • Recommended

Malva

A contemporary art museum in Lahti city centre with changing exhibitions in a former brewery building and a strong focus on visual culture.

  • Recommended

Lahden historiallinen museo

A local history museum site in a manor area, presenting Lahti’s past through exhibitions on everyday life, regional culture and the city’s development.

Euro (€)

Moderate for Finland: hotels and dining are not cheap, but local transit is fair and budget lunches are widely available.

Average meal costs

Budget
€10-15 for fast food or budget lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€70+ per person for fine dining.
Coffee
€3-5 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Service is usually included. Rounding up is enough in restaurants, taxis and cafés; tipping is appreciated but not expected.

FAQs: Helsinki to Lahti train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Lahti 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 Lahti, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Helsinki to Lahti can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £4, while the average price tends to be around £10.
The train journey from Helsinki to Lahti covers a distance of 99 km and takes approximately 51m. Trains run 65 per day.
The train distance from Helsinki to Lahti is 99 km.
The first train from Helsinki to Lahti leaves at 0:09.
The last train from Helsinki to Lahti departs at 23:15.
Trains from Helsinki to Lahti run approximately 65 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Helsinki to Lahti.
Yes, there is a direct train between Helsinki and Lahti. The service operates 59 times per day, provided by VR.
To get from Helsinki to Lahti, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, there is a night train from Helsinki to Lahti.
The train station in Helsinki that goes to Lahti is Helsinki Central, and it arrives at Lahti railway station.
The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Lahti is by train, costing approximately £4.
Booking trains from Helsinki to Lahti in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Helsinki to Lahti is considered scenic, offering passengers views of Finland's picturesque landscapes, including dense forests, serene lakes, and charming countryside as it travels through the heart of Southern Finland.
Yes, a day trip from Helsinki to Lahti is feasible. The journey takes 51m, covering a distance of 99 km. Trains run 62 times per day, making it convenient for a day trip.
To fully experience Lahti, spend at least two to three days exploring its key attractions, including the renowned Sibelius Hall, Lahti Ski Museum, and the beautiful Lake Vesijärvi.
Yes, you can take the train from Helsinki to Lahti.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Helsinki and Lahti

Most Helsinki to Lahti trains use the Helsinki to Lahti station pair, with some services arriving at Uusikylä. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Lahti train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Helsinki
Arrival train stations in Lahti

Which Helsinki station do trains to Lahti leave from?

Trains from Helsinki to Lahti leave from Helsinki. The station is from Helsinki city centre at Kaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki, Finland.
HelsinkiKaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki, Finland+358 9 4766 4000WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Helsinki from Helsinki city centre

Tram2, 7, 7H, 9, 9H, 9N · 2m · £4 · every ~34 min
SubwayM1, M2 · 1m · £4 · every ~29 min

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.

PasilaAsemapäällikönkatu 3, 00520 Helsinki, Finland+358 9 4766 4000WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
City-centre transport

Getting to Pasila from Helsinki city centre

Pasila is 3 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:

TrainP, K, I, X, A, U, E, R, Z, L, T, Ic 23, Ic 37, Ic 63, H, S 59, Ic 11, S 43, S 165, Ic 35, D, S 33, Ic 21, Ic 171, Pyo 263, Pyo 267, Ic 967, Ic 105, Ic 143, Ic 973, Ic 149, S 971, Ic 45, Ic 25, S 949, Ic 169, S 171, S 945, Ic 43, Ic 109, Ic 13, Ic 27, Ic 5, Ic 175, S 87, Ic 83, Ic 87, S 13, S 1, Ic 165, S 9, S 15, Ic 147, Ic 75, Ic 685, Ic 61, S 145, Ic 609, Ic 115, Ic 15, Ic 73, S 957, S 35, S 93, S 155, S 75, S 183, S 109, Ic 65, Ic 49, S 973, S 45, Ic 185, S 115, S 959, Ic 1, Ic 93, Ic 971, Ic 955, Ic 67, S 951, S 955, Ic 53, S 11, S 41, S 21, Ic 47 · 4m · £0.90 · every ~27 min
E, U · 4m · £0.90 · every ~6 min
BusOb15, Ob78 · 13m · £4 · every ~2 min
Ob15 · 3m · £4
Tram2 · 19m · £4 · every ~11 min
9, 7, 7H, 9N, 9H · 24m · £4 · every ~23 min

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.

Oulunkylä00640 Helsinki, FinlandParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental
City-centre transport

Getting to Oulunkylä from Helsinki city centre

TrainI, K · 8m · £0.90 · every ~10 min
K, I, T · 8m · £0.90 · every ~11 min
Bus64 · 27m · £4 · every ~6 min

Oulunkylä train station facilities and services

Oulunkylä has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Oulunkylä.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Oulunkylä: Parking, Taxis.

Bike and car services

Available at Oulunkylä: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Oulunkylä: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

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