Kuopio to Kotka train with VR

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kuopio to Kotka

Showing times and prices for 09 Nov

Cheapest price

£32

Average price

£32

Fastest journey

3 h 54 m

Average duration

4 h 25 m

Trains per day

4

Distance

273 km

Cheap tickets

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

The average ticket from Kuopio to Kotka will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.

Fast trains

To travel from Kuopio to Kotka you need to make at least one change.

Finnish Railways (VR)
08:264h21
Kuopio
12:47Kotkan Satama
£321One-way
1 change
Finnish Railways (VR)
11:154h59
Kuopio
16:14Kotkan Satama
£321One-way
1 change
Finnish Railways (VR)
14:113h54
Kuopio
18:05Kotkan Satama
£321One-way
1 change
Finnish Railways (VR)
17:004h24
Kuopio
21:24Kotkan Satama
£321One-way
1 change

Travel Information

Compare train for Kuopio to Kotka

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kuopio to Kotka among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 32m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, and a train costs an average of £31.

Distance: 273 km

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Coach

£36

Average Price

£25

Average Price

Cheapest

4h 2m

Average total duration

Fastest

3h 32m

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30m

Additional time*

10h 40m

Average total duration

10h 10m

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30m

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Live departures

Kuopio to Kotka train times

The table below shows live departures for Kuopio to Kotka trains for today, Saturday 8 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 02:32
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
vr_fi08:26 Kuopio
4h21
12:47 Kotkan Satama1 change
vr_fi11:15 Kuopio
4h59
16:14 Kotkan Satama1 change
vr_fi14:11 Kuopio
3h54
18:05 Kotkan Satama1 change
vr_fi17:00 Kuopio
4h24
21:24 Kotkan Satama1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kuopio to Kotka

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Trains from Kuopio to Kotka run on average 17 times per day, taking around 3h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £31 but you can travel from only £15 by coach.

The earliest train runs at 05:32, the last at 19:01. The fastest train covers the 273 km distance in 3h 46m.

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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15
Distance
273 km
Average train duration
3h 32m
Cheapest ticket price
£31
Trains per day
17
Fastest train
3h 46m
First train
05:32
Last train
19:01
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
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £15

Train companies: VR from Kuopio to Kotka trainsVR trains will get you between Kuopio and Kotka from £15. 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 Duration
3h 46m
Cheapest Price
£30
VR frequency
20 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

FAQs: Kuopio to Kotka train

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

FAQs
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Kotka, with highlights including the Maritime Centre Vellamo, Sapokka Water Garden, and local archipelago experiences.
Yes, there is a direct train between Kuopio and Kotka. The service operates 0 times per day, provided by VR.
The train distance from Kuopio to Kotka is 273 km.
The train journey from Kuopio to Kotka covers a distance of 273 km and takes approximately 3h 46m. Trains run 17 per day.
The first train from Kuopio to Kotka leaves at 5:32.
Booking trains from Kuopio to Kotka in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Kuopio to Kotka departs at 19:01.
The cost of a train ticket from Kuopio to Kotka can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £31, while the average price tends to be around £36.
The cheapest way to get from Kuopio to Kotka is by coach, costing approximately £15.
Trains from Kuopio to Kotka run approximately 17 times per day.
The train station in Kuopio that goes to Kotka is Kuopio station, and it arrives at Kotka Port railway station.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kuopio to Kotka.
Yes, there is a night train from Kuopio to Kotka.
Yes, you can take the train from Kuopio to Kotka.
To travel from Kuopio to Kotka, you can take a train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kuopio and Kotka

Kuopio
Kotka
The major train station for departures in Kuopio is Kuopio. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kuopio for your trip from Kuopio to Kotka.
KuopioWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
3
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Asemakatu.
Dining
Dining
  • Amarillo
  • Musta Lammas
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Scandic Kuopio
  • Rauhalahti Spa Hotel
  • Original Sokos Hotel Puijonsarvi
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
  • Hall 2: platforms and access to trains
Public transport options for Kuopio
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Local buses connect to various parts of the city.

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