
Eko Class
- Free Wi-Fi
- Power plugs
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£16
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£18
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
1 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
1 h 52 m
Trains on 18 Sept
30
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Turku to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Turku to Helsinki will cost around £18 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 30 trains from Turku to Helsinki, including 30 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 50 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 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.
IC-974
IC-942
SP-946
IC-968
IC-956
IC-944
IC-942
IC-974
IC-950
IC-968Omio 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 an average ticket price of £6 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 2h 37m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the train is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.0 - 0.1kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 150 km
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £6 Average Price Cheapest | £29 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 37m Average total duration Fastest 2h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 41m Average total duration 2h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.0 - 0.1kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.1 - 0.4kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Turku to Helsinki:
A coach is £5 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Turku to Helsinki costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:
Coach takes on average 2h 11m.
Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £29 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £18. The journey takes 2h 7m versus 1h 58m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with VR.
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Turku to Helsinki trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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 | 1h54 | 9:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
SP-946 | 7:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 9:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-948 | 8:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 10:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-948 | 8:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 10:34 Pasila railway station | 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 | 1h54 | 13:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-954 | 11:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 13:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
S-956 | 12:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 14:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
S-956 | 12:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 14:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
S-958 | 13:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 15:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
S-958 | 13:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 15:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-960 | 14:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 16:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-960 | 14:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 16:34 Pasila railway station | 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 | 2h00 | 18:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
S-964 | 16:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 18:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-966 | 17:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 19:40 Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-966 | 17:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 19:34 Pasila railway station | 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 | |
S-974 | 19:40 Kupittaa | 1h54 | 21:34 Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
S-974 | 19:40 Kupittaa | 2h00 | 21:40 Helsinki Central | 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 29 times per day, taking around 2h 7m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 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 56m.
Distance 150 km |
Average train duration 2h 7m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 29 |
Direct trains 23 |
Fastest train 1h 56m |
First train 0:20 |
Last train 23:54 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 70 days |
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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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