The cheapest and fastest trains from Kuopio to Jyväskylä
Cheapest price
£19
Average price
£21
Fastest journey
1 h 45 m
Average duration
1 h 55 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
124 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kuopio to Jyväskylä is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kuopio to Jyväskylä will cost around £21 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.
Of the 6 trains that leave Kuopio for Jyväskylä every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 124 km distance in an average of 1 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 3 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-74 · IC-146
IC-70 · IC-148
IC-68 · IC-146
IC-66 · IC-144
S-158
IC-142
IC-66 · IC-144
S-158
IC-68 · IC-146
IC-70 · IC-148Travel Information
Compare coach and train for Kuopio to Jyväskylä
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kuopio to Jyväskylä 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 1h 49m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 124 km
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2h 19m Average total duration Fastest 1h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 21m Average total duration 1h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kuopio to Jyväskylä train times
The table below shows live departures for Kuopio to Jyväskylä trains for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
S-152 | 17:02 Kuopio station | 2h04 | 19:06 Jyväskylä | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
IC-142 | 05:28 Kuopio station | 1h45 | 07:13 Jyväskylä | 0 changesdirect | |
S-158 | 08:06 Kuopio station | 1h54 | 10:00 Jyväskylä | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-66 · IC-144 | 09:15 Kuopio station | 1h54 | 11:09 Jyväskylä | 1 change | |
IC-74 · IC-146 | 11:00 Kuopio station | 3h09 | 14:09 Jyväskylä | 1 change | |
IC-68 · IC-146 | 12:11 Kuopio station | 1h58 | 14:09 Jyväskylä | 1 change | |
IC-70 · IC-148 | 15:00 Kuopio station | 2h03 | 17:03 Jyväskylä | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kuopio to Jyväskylä
Trains from Kuopio to Jyväskylä run on average 7 times per day, taking around 1h 49m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 2 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 06:50, the last at 20:20. The fastest train covers the 124 km distance in 1h 45m.
Distance 124 km |
Average train duration 1h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 7 |
Direct trains 2 |
Fastest train 1h 45m |
First train 06:50 |
Last train 20:20 |
Train companies: VR from Kuopio to Jyväskylä trainsVR trains will get you between Kuopio and Jyväskylä from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Kuopio to Jyväskylä train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kuopio to Jyväskylä 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 Jyväskylä, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kuopio and Jyväskylä
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Asemakatu.
- Amarillo
- Musta Lammas
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Scandic Kuopio
- Rauhalahti Spa Hotel
- Original Sokos Hotel Puijonsarvi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms and access to trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
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