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Interactive museum aboard a preserved three-masted sailing ship. A memorable way to explore maritime life and Turku’s strong seafaring heritage.
Cheapest price on 23 Sept
£12
Average ticket price on 23 Sept
£13
Fastest journey on 23 Sept
53 m
Average journey duration on 23 Sept
55 m
Trains on 23 Sept
14
Distance
88 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Karis to Turku is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Karis to Turku will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £12.
On Wed 23 Sept, we found 14 trains from Karis to Turku, including 14 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 88 km distance in an average of 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 53 m .
The slowest trains will take 56 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-953
IC-957
S-979
S-955
IC-945
IC-941
IC-957
IC-963
S-979
IC-961Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Karis to Turku among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of £14 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 1h 48m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £14, while a train costs an average of £14.
Distance: 88 km
Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|
£14 Average Price Cheapest | £20 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 48m Average total duration Fastest 1h 18m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The journey is about 12m faster (1h 18m by train vs 1h 30m by car) and roughly £6 cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls (£14 vs £20). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Karis to Turku trains for today, Tuesday 22 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
SP-967 | 22:07 Karis station | 0h56 | 23:03 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 23 September | |||||
IC-941 | 6:30 Karis station | 0h53 | 7:23 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-943 | 7:30 Karis station | 0h58 | 8:28 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
S-979 | 8:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 9:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-945 | 9:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 10:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-947 | 10:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 11:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-951 | 12:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 13:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-953 | 13:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 14:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
S-955 | 14:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 15:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-957 | 15:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 16:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
SP-959 | 16:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 17:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-961 | 17:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 18:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-963 | 18:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 19:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-965 | 19:37 Karis station | 0h56 | 20:33 Kupittaa | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Trains from Karis to Turku run on average 12 times per day, taking around 1h 18m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 10 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 01:41, the last at 23:57. The fastest train covers the 88 km distance in 53m.
Distance 88 km |
Average train duration 1h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Trains per day 12 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 53m |
First train 1:41 |
Last train 23:57 |
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Interactive museum aboard a preserved three-masted sailing ship. A memorable way to explore maritime life and Turku’s strong seafaring heritage.
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Riverside promenade lined with bridges, museums, public art and boats. It is the city’s classic walking route and a lively place in every season.
Broad park area on a hill with lawns, paths and city views. It is ideal for a relaxed walk and for pairing with nearby historic sights.
Central market square surrounded by shops and city life, recently renewed with modern public space. A practical and lively starting point for sightseeing.
Traditional rye bread from the Turku area, baked with sourdough for a dense texture and deep flavour; a staple of south-west Finnish tables.
Simple archipelago fish soup, usually made with local white fish, potatoes and cream. It reflects Turku’s long maritime and island food traditions.
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Refined riverside restaurant in a historic setting, known for seasonal Finnish ingredients and an elegant but relaxed dining room.
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Historic market hall venue famous for hearty fish soup and classic Finnish lunch dishes in a traditional everyday setting.
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Service is included. Tipping is optional; round up in restaurants or taxis for good service. Cafés do not expect tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karis to Turku 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 Turku, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Karis to Turku trains use the Karis to Kupittaa station pair, with some services arriving at Turku. Use this guide to compare Karis and Turku train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Karis has practical services for this route, including Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Hotel and Bike Parking.
Food and drink options are available at Karis.
ATMs are available at Karis.
Available at Karis: Taxis.
Available at Karis: Bike Parking.
Accessibility facilities are available at Karis.
Kupittaa is 1 km from Turku city centre. Public transport options include:
Kupittaa has practical services for this route, including Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Bike Parking and Bike Rental.
Available at Kupittaa: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Kupittaa: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kupittaa: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Nearby hotels include Original Sokos Hotel Kupittaa, Scandic Julia, Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel.
Turku 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 options include: Restaurant Brahen Kellari, Ravintola Kaskis
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Turku. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Turku. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Turku: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Turku: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Turku: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Julia, Original Sokos Hotel Wiklund, Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel.
Turku satama is 3 km from Turku city centre. Public transport options include:
Turku satama has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Free.
Ticket office support is available at Turku satama. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Turku satama. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Turku satama: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Turku satama: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Turku satama: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Seaport, Radisson Blu Marina Palace Hotel, Scandic Atrium.
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