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Ateneum
Finland’s leading art museum displays classic and modern Finnish works in a grand former railway station building near the city centre.
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S-958Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Turku to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 6m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the train is your best bet as it emits only 0.0 - 0.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £4, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 150 km
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£15 Average Price | £8 Average Price Cheapest |
2h 36m Average total duration Fastest 2h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 42m Average total duration 2h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions |
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The table below shows live departures for Turku to Helsinki trains for tomorrow, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC-942 | 5:28 Kupittaa | 1h50 | 7:18 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-942 | 5:28 Kupittaa | 1h56 | 7:24 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-944 | 6:28 Kupittaa | 1h50 | 8:18 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-944 | 6:28 Kupittaa | 1h56 | 8:24 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
SP-946 | 7:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 9:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
SP-946 | 7:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 9:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-948 | 8:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 10:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-948 | 8:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 10:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-950 | 9:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 11:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-950 | 9:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 11:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-954 | 11:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 13:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-954 | 11:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 13:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-956 | 12:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 14:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-956 | 12:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 14:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
S-958 | 13:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 15:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
S-958 | 13:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 15:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-960 | 14:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 16:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-960 | 14:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 16:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-962 | 15:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 17:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-962 | 15:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 17:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
S-964 | 16:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 18:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
S-964 | 16:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 18:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-966 | 17:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 19:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-966 | 17:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 19:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
SP-968 | 18:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 20:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
SP-968 | 18:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 20:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-972 | 21:03 Kupittaa | 2h01 | 23:04 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-972 | 21:03 Kupittaa | 2h07 | 23:10 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
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Trains from Turku to Helsinki run on average 30 times per day, taking around 2h 6m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £4 by coach.
There are 23 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:20, the last at 23:54. The fastest train covers the 150 km distance in 1h 50m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Trains per day 30 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 1h 50m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:54 |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 91 days |
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Helsinki is pricier than many European cities, with higher hotel, dining and public transport costs, especially in central tourist areas.
Tipping is not expected. Service is included in restaurants; rounding up is optional. Taxis may be rounded up, and cafés usually do not require tips.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Turku 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.

Most Turku to Helsinki trains use the Kupittaa to Helsinki station pair, with some services arriving at Pasila. Use this guide to compare Turku and Helsinki train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
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.
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 options include: Restaurant Vltava, Ravintola Zetor
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Helsinki. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Helsinki. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Helsinki: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Helsinki: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsinki: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kämp, Scandic Simonkenttä, Clarion Hotel Helsinki.
Pasila is 3 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
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 options include: Restaurant Tripla, Outrun Cafe
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Pasila. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Pasila. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Pasila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pasila: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pasila: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Pasila, Original Sokos Hotel Tripla, Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo.
Pohjois-Haaga has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
ATMs are available at Pohjois-Haaga.
Available at Pohjois-Haaga: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Pohjois-Haaga: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Pohjois-Haaga: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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