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The cheapest and fastest trains from Seinäjoki to Helsinki
Showing times and prices for 20 Jun
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
2 h 47 m
Average duration
2 h 51 m
Trains per day
44
Distance
313 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Seinäjoki to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Seinäjoki to Helsinki will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Fast trains
Of the 44 trains that leave Seinäjoki for Helsinki every day 32 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 313 km distance in an average of 2 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 47 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 h 54 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.
PYO-266 · LOL-96161:154h54Seinäjoki station6:09Helsinki Central£221One-way1 change- PYO-266 · LOL-96161:154h48Seinäjoki station6:03Pasila railway station£221One-way1 change
- PYO-2661:155h12Seinäjoki station6:27Helsinki Central£221One-way0 changes
- PYO-2661:155h04Seinäjoki station6:19Pasila railway station£221One-way0 changes
- PYO-2765:195h15Seinäjoki station10:34Helsinki Central£231One-way0 changes
- IC-4813:452h47Seinäjoki station16:32Pasila railway station£321One-way0 changes
- IC-2820:442h48Seinäjoki station23:32Pasila railway station£421One-way0 changes
- IC-2414:382h54Seinäjoki station17:32Pasila railway station£461One-way0 changes
- IC-4813:452h54Seinäjoki station16:39Helsinki Central£321One-way0 changes
- IC-5015:382h54Seinäjoki station18:32Pasila railway station£341One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Seinäjoki to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Seinäjoki to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £22. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 21m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £22, and a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 313 km
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£35 Average Price | £22 Average Price Cheapest |
3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 3h 21m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 40m Average total duration 5h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Seinäjoki to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Seinäjoki to Helsinki trains for today, Friday 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PYO-274 · LOL-9078 | 3:56 Seinäjoki station | 5h05 | 9:01 Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| PYO-274 · IC-162 | 3:56 Seinäjoki station | 3h39 | 7:35 Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| PYO-274 | 3:56 Seinäjoki station | 5h19 | 9:15 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-274 · LOL-9078 | 3:56 Seinäjoki station | 5h00 | 8:56 Pasila railway station | 1 change | |
| PYO-274 | 3:56 Seinäjoki station | 5h11 | 9:07 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-274 · LOL-9624 | 3:56 Seinäjoki station | 4h54 | 8:50 Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| PYO-274 · LOL-9624 | 3:56 Seinäjoki station | 4h48 | 8:44 Pasila railway station | 1 change | |
| PYO-274 · IC-162 | 3:56 Seinäjoki station | 3h33 | 7:29 Pasila railway station | 1 change | |
| PYO-276 | 5:19 Seinäjoki station | 5h07 | 10:26 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-276 | 5:19 Seinäjoki station | 5h15 | 10:34 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-276 · LOL-9820 | 5:19 Seinäjoki station | 4h55 | 10:14 Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| PYO-276 · LOL-9820 | 5:19 Seinäjoki station | 4h49 | 10:08 Pasila railway station | 1 change | |
| IC-42 | 6:37 Seinäjoki station | 2h55 | 9:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-42 | 6:37 Seinäjoki station | 3h02 | 9:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-30 | 7:11 Seinäjoki station | 2h48 | 9:59 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-30 | 7:11 Seinäjoki station | 2h54 | 10:05 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-44 · IC-150 | 7:37 Seinäjoki station | 3h02 | 10:39 Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| S-44 · IC-150 | 7:37 Seinäjoki station | 2h55 | 10:32 Pasila railway station | 1 change | |
| S-44 | 7:37 Seinäjoki station | 3h15 | 10:52 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-44 | 7:37 Seinäjoki station | 3h22 | 10:59 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-20 | 8:35 Seinäjoki station | 2h57 | 11:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-20 | 8:35 Seinäjoki station | 3h04 | 11:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-36 | 9:26 Seinäjoki station | 3h13 | 12:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-36 | 9:26 Seinäjoki station | 3h06 | 12:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-22 | 10:35 Seinäjoki station | 2h57 | 13:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-22 | 10:35 Seinäjoki station | 3h04 | 13:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-46 | 11:28 Seinäjoki station | 3h11 | 14:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-46 | 11:28 Seinäjoki station | 3h04 | 14:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-38 | 12:31 Seinäjoki station | 3h01 | 15:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-38 | 12:31 Seinäjoki station | 3h08 | 15:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-24 | 14:38 Seinäjoki station | 3h01 | 17:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-24 | 14:38 Seinäjoki station | 2h54 | 17:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-50 | 15:38 Seinäjoki station | 2h54 | 18:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-50 | 15:38 Seinäjoki station | 3h01 | 18:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-26 | 16:28 Seinäjoki station | 3h04 | 19:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-26 | 16:28 Seinäjoki station | 3h11 | 19:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-54 | 17:18 Seinäjoki station | 3h14 | 20:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-54 | 17:18 Seinäjoki station | 3h21 | 20:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-34 | 18:28 Seinäjoki station | 3h11 | 21:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-34 | 18:28 Seinäjoki station | 3h04 | 21:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-56 | 19:28 Seinäjoki station | 3h04 | 22:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-56 | 19:28 Seinäjoki station | 3h11 | 22:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-28 | 20:44 Seinäjoki station | 2h55 | 23:39 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-28 | 20:44 Seinäjoki station | 2h48 | 23:32 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 20 June | |||||
| PYO-266 · LOL-9616 | 1:15 Seinäjoki station | 4h54 | 6:09 Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| PYO-266 · LOL-9616 | 1:15 Seinäjoki station | 4h48 | 6:03 Pasila railway station | 1 change | |
| PYO-266 | 1:15 Seinäjoki station | 5h04 | 6:19 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-266 | 1:15 Seinäjoki station | 5h12 | 6:27 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Seinäjoki to Helsinki
FinlandFinland
Trains from Seinäjoki to Helsinki run on average 45 times per day, taking around 3h 21m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 35 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 55m.
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 21m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Trains per day 45 |
Direct trains 35 |
Fastest train 2h 55m |
First train 0:15 |
Last train 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 42 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 Seinäjoki to Helsinki trainsVR trains will get you between Seinäjoki and Helsinki from £11. 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
2h 54m
Cheapest Price
£11
VR frequency
51 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: Seinäjoki to Helsinki train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Seinäjoki to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
The cost of a train ticket from Seinäjoki to Helsinki can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £11, while the average price tends to be around £35.
The train journey from Seinäjoki to Helsinki covers a distance of 313 km and takes approximately 2h 55m. Trains run 45 per day.
The train distance from Seinäjoki to Helsinki is 313 km.
The first train from Seinäjoki to Helsinki leaves at 0:15.
The last train from Seinäjoki to Helsinki departs at 23:45.
Trains from Seinäjoki to Helsinki run approximately 45 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Seinäjoki to Helsinki.
Yes, there is a direct train between Seinäjoki and Helsinki. The service operates 35 times per day, provided by VR.
To get from Seinäjoki to Helsinki, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
Yes, there is a night train from Seinäjoki to Helsinki.
The train station in Seinäjoki that goes to Helsinki is Seinäjoki station, and it arrives at Helsinki Central.
The cheapest way to get from Seinäjoki to Helsinki is by train, costing approximately £11.
Booking trains from Seinäjoki to Helsinki in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Seinäjoki to Helsinki is considered scenic, offering views of Finland's picturesque countryside, including lush forests, serene lakes, and charming rural landscapes, especially during the autumn when the foliage is vibrant.
A day trip from Seinäjoki to Helsinki is not feasible as the journey takes 2h 55m. Trains run 42 times per day over a distance of 313 km.
In Helsinki, you can explore the Seurasaari Open-Air Museum to see traditional Finnish wooden buildings and learn about cultural history. Visit the Helsinki Zoo on Korkeasaari Island, home to diverse animals from around the world. Discover the vibrant Design District with its boutiques, galleries, and cafés. Enjoy a stroll through the beautiful Esplanadi Park. Experience a traditional Finnish sauna at Löyly, a modern waterfront sauna complex. For sights, visit Suomenlinna, a UNESCO World Heritage site, the iconic Helsinki Cathedral, and the unique Temppeliaukio Church. Don't miss the bustling Market Square and Kiasma, a contemporary art museum.
A stay of 3 to 4 days in Helsinki allows you to explore key attractions such as the Suomenlinna Sea Fortress, Helsinki Cathedral, and the Design District, while also enjoying local cuisine and culture.
Yes, you can take the train from Seinäjoki to Helsinki.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Seinäjoki and Helsinki
Seinäjoki
Helsinki
The major train station for departures in Seinäjoki is Seinäjoki. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Seinäjoki for your trip from Seinäjoki to Helsinki.
Seinäjoki
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
1 km
Number of platforms
3Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Valtionkatu
Dining
- Japanilainen Ravintola Juku
- Ravintola Juurella
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Scandic Seinäjoki
- Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Seinäjoki
- Hotel Sorsanpesä
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 700 places
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
Public transport options for Seinäjoki
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
The major train station for arrivals in Helsinki is Helsinki. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Helsinki for your journey to Helsinki from Seinäjoki.
Helsinki
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
19Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7. Access via Elielinaukio and Postikatu
Dining
- Restaurant Vltava
- Ravintola Zetor
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Elevators, ramps, restrooms
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Hotel Kämp
- Scandic Simonkenttä
- Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Lounge
- Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for long-distance and regional trains
- Hall 2: local train platforms
- Hall 3: metro and tram connections
Public transport options for Helsinki
- Metro: Line M1, Line M2
- Tram: Lines 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
Pasila
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Distance to city center
3 kmNumber of platforms
8Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 24/7, accessible via the Tripla shopping center
Dining
- Restaurant Tripla
- Outrun Cafe
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Scandic Pasila
- Original Sokos Hotel Tripla
- Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
- 3,400 places, covered
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
- Hertz
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance trains
- Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for commuter trains
- Hall 3: access to Tripla shopping center
Public transport options for Pasila
- Tram: Lines 2, 7, 9
- Bus: Several lines available
- Train: Local and long-distance services
Käpylä
Amenities at train station
ParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike RentalCar Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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