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The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Seinäjoki
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 12 Sept
Cheapest price on 12 Sept
£34
Average ticket price on 12 Sept
£41
Fastest journey on 12 Sept
2 h 39 m
Average journey duration on 12 Sept
2 h 39 m
Trains on 12 Sept
46
Distance
313 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Helsinki to Seinäjoki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Seinäjoki will cost around £41 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £34.
Fast trains
On Sat 12 Sept, we found 46 trains from Helsinki to Seinäjoki, including 36 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 313 km distance in an average of 2 h 39 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 39 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 41 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.
IC-4715:262h44Pasila railway station18:10Seinäjoki station£341One-way0 changes- IC-4715:202h50Helsinki Central18:10Seinäjoki station£341One-way0 changes
- IC-2714:202h56Helsinki Central17:16Seinäjoki station£381One-way0 changes
- S-417:202h47Helsinki Central10:07Seinäjoki station£381One-way0 changes
- IC-2714:262h50Pasila railway station17:16Seinäjoki station£381One-way0 changes
- IC-238:262h39Pasila railway station11:05Seinäjoki station£441One-way0 changes
- IC-5116:262h39Pasila railway station19:05Seinäjoki station£411One-way0 changes
- SP-3310:262h39Pasila railway station13:05Seinäjoki station£491One-way0 changes
- IC-4917:262h39Pasila railway station20:05Seinäjoki station£401One-way0 changes
- S-417:262h41Pasila railway station10:07Seinäjoki station£381One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Helsinki to Seinäjoki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Seinäjoki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £22 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, while a flight costs an average of £101.
Distance: 313 km
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Most popular Train | Flight | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £101 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest | £63 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 34m Average total duration 3h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 5h 13m Average total duration 4h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
The cheapest way to travel from Helsinki to Seinäjoki is a coach with an average price of £22.
This is compared to other travel options from Helsinki to Seinäjoki:
A coach is £0.81 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Helsinki to Seinäjoki costing on average £22.
A coach is £79 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Helsinki to Seinäjoki costing on average £101.
The fastest way to travel from Helsinki to Seinäjoki is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 0m.
Other travel options to Seinäjoki take longer:
Train takes on average 3h 4m.
Coach takes on average 4h 43m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Helsinki and Seinäjoki including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. On this route, it beats driving on both time and money.
The journey is about 1h 23m faster (3h 4m by train vs 4h 27m by car) and roughly £40 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£22 vs £63). 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 Seinäjoki train times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Seinäjoki trains for today, Friday 11 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-41 | 7:20 Helsinki Central | 2h47 | 10:07 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-41 | 7:26 Pasila railway station | 2h41 | 10:07 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-23 | 8:20 Helsinki Central | 2h45 | 11:05 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-23 | 8:26 Pasila railway station | 2h39 | 11:05 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9649 · HDM-423 · HDM-481 | 9:10 Helsinki Central | 5h55 | 15:05 Seinäjoki station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-9649 · HDM-423 · HDM-481 | 9:15 Pasila railway station | 5h50 | 15:05 Seinäjoki station | 2 changes | |
| IC-43 | 9:20 Helsinki Central | 3h09 | 12:29 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-43 | 9:26 Pasila railway station | 3h03 | 12:29 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-33 | 10:20 Helsinki Central | 2h45 | 13:05 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-33 | 10:26 Pasila railway station | 2h39 | 13:05 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-45 | 11:00 Helsinki Central | 3h12 | 14:12 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-45 | 11:06 Pasila railway station | 3h06 | 14:12 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-25 | 12:20 Helsinki Central | 2h49 | 15:09 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-25 | 12:26 Pasila railway station | 2h43 | 15:09 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-37 | 13:20 Helsinki Central | 3h05 | 16:25 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-37 | 13:26 Pasila railway station | 2h59 | 16:25 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-27 | 14:20 Helsinki Central | 2h56 | 17:16 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-27 | 14:26 Pasila railway station | 2h50 | 17:16 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-39 | 14:54 Helsinki Central | 2h56 | 17:50 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-39 | 15:00 Pasila railway station | 2h50 | 17:50 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-47 | 15:20 Helsinki Central | 2h50 | 18:10 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-47 | 15:26 Pasila railway station | 2h44 | 18:10 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-51 | 16:20 Helsinki Central | 2h45 | 19:05 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-51 | 16:26 Pasila railway station | 2h39 | 19:05 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-59 | 16:40 Helsinki Central | 2h53 | 19:33 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-59 | 16:46 Pasila railway station | 2h47 | 19:33 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-49 | 17:20 Helsinki Central | 2h45 | 20:05 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-49 | 17:26 Pasila railway station | 2h39 | 20:05 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-29 | 18:20 Helsinki Central | 2h57 | 21:17 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-29 | 18:26 Pasila railway station | 2h51 | 21:17 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-265 | 19:29 Helsinki Central | 5h27 | 0:56 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-265 | 19:37 Pasila railway station | 5h19 | 0:56 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9721 · PYO-265 | 20:10 Helsinki Central | 4h46 | 0:56 Seinäjoki station | 1 change | |
| LOL-9721 · PYO-265 | 20:15 Pasila railway station | 4h41 | 0:56 Seinäjoki station | 1 change | |
| S-53 | 20:20 Helsinki Central | 2h47 | 23:07 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-269 | 20:24 Helsinki Central | 5h14 | 1:38 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-53 | 20:26 Pasila railway station | 2h41 | 23:07 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-269 | 20:31 Pasila railway station | 5h07 | 1:38 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9871 · PYO-269 | 20:45 Helsinki Central | 4h53 | 1:38 Seinäjoki station | 1 change | |
| LOL-9871 · PYO-269 | 20:50 Pasila railway station | 4h48 | 1:38 Seinäjoki station | 1 change | |
| IC-187 · PYO-269 | 22:00 Helsinki Central | 3h38 | 1:38 Seinäjoki station | 1 change | |
| IC-187 · PYO-269 | 22:06 Pasila railway station | 3h32 | 1:38 Seinäjoki station | 1 change | |
| PYO-273 | 23:13 Helsinki Central | 4h58 | 4:11 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-273 | 23:20 Pasila railway station | 4h51 | 4:11 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| LOL-9737 · PYO-273 | 23:40 Helsinki Central | 4h31 | 4:11 Seinäjoki station | 1 change | |
| LOL-9737 · PYO-273 | 23:45 Pasila railway station | 4h26 | 4:11 Seinäjoki station | 1 change | |
| Saturday 12 September | |||||
| S-35 | 5:03 Helsinki Central | 3h24 | 8:27 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-35 | 5:09 Pasila railway station | 3h18 | 8:27 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-21 | 6:20 Helsinki Central | 2h58 | 9:18 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-21 | 6:26 Pasila railway station | 2h52 | 9:18 Seinäjoki station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Helsinki to Seinäjoki
FinlandFinland
Trains from Helsinki to Seinäjoki run on average 45 times per day, taking around 3h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 36 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:45. The fastest train covers the 313 km distance in 2h 45m.
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 313 km |
Average train duration 3h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 36 |
Fastest train 2h 45m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Thu |
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 Seinäjoki trainsVR trains will get you between Helsinki and Seinäjoki from £10. 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
2h 45m
Cheapest VR Price
£10
VR frequency
16 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
What's included in each class
Compare VR classes and the amenities included in each one.
Ekstra Calm
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Quiet zone
- Snacks to buy
Ekstra Relaxed
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
- Wide seats
- Extra legroom
- Meals to buy
FAQs: Helsinki to Seinäjoki train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Seinäjoki 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 Seinäjoki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Helsinki to Seinäjoki can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £10, while the average price tends to be around £22.
The train journey from Helsinki to Seinäjoki covers a distance of 313 km and takes approximately 2h 45m. Trains run 45 per day.
The train distance from Helsinki to Seinäjoki is 313 km.
The first train from Helsinki to Seinäjoki leaves at 0:15.
The last train from Helsinki to Seinäjoki departs at 23:45.
Trains from Helsinki to Seinäjoki run approximately 45 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Helsinki to Seinäjoki.
Yes, there is a direct train between Helsinki and Seinäjoki. The service operates 36 times per day, provided by VR.
To get from Helsinki to Seinäjoki, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Yes, there is a night train from Helsinki to Seinäjoki.
The train station in Helsinki that goes to Seinäjoki is Helsinki Central, and it arrives at Seinäjoki station.
The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Seinäjoki is by train, costing approximately £10.
Booking trains from Helsinki to Seinäjoki 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 Seinäjoki offers scenic views of Finland's picturesque countryside, with glimpses of lush forests, serene lakes, and charming rural landscapes, providing a relaxing and visually pleasing experience.
A day trip from Helsinki to Seinäjoki is not feasible, as the travel duration is 2h 45m. However, there are 41 trains available per day for this route over a distance of 313 km.
Spending two to three days in Seinäjoki is ideal to explore key attractions such as the Alvar Aalto-designed buildings, the Seinäjoki Art Hall, and the surrounding nature trails.
Yes, you can take the train from Helsinki to Seinäjoki.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Helsinki and Seinäjoki
Most Helsinki to Seinäjoki trains use the Helsinki to Seinäjoki station pair. Use this guide to compare Helsinki and Seinäjoki 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 Seinäjoki
Which Helsinki station do trains to Seinäjoki leave from?
Trains from Helsinki to Seinäjoki leave from Helsinki. The station is from Helsinki city centre at Kaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki, Finland.
HelsinkiKaivokatu 1, 00100 Helsinki, Finland+358 9 4766 4000
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 4000
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.
Which Seinäjoki station do trains from Helsinki arrive at?
Trains from Helsinki to Seinäjoki arrive at Seinäjoki. Seinäjoki is 1 km from Seinäjoki city centre.
SeinäjokiValtionkatu 1, 60100 Seinäjoki, Finland+358 29 434 3000
City-centre transport
Getting to Seinäjoki from Seinäjoki city centre
Seinäjoki is 1 km from Seinäjoki city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus67B · 44m
67B, 68B · 45m
67B, 68B · 50m
Seinäjoki train station facilities and services
Seinäjoki has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Japanilainen Ravintola Juku, Ravintola Juurella
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Seinäjoki. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Seinäjoki. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Seinäjoki: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Seinäjoki: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Seinäjoki: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Seinäjoki, Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Seinäjoki, Hotel Sorsanpesä.
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