The cheapest and fastest trains from Vaasa to Joensuu
Cheapest price
£62
Average price
£68
Fastest journey
7 h 12 m
Average duration
8 h 39 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
417 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vaasa to Joensuu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vaasa to Joensuu will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £62.
To travel from Vaasa to Joensuu you need to make at least one change.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Vaasa to Joensuu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vaasa to Joensuu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 25m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £25, and a train costs an average of £16.
Distance: 417 km
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£58 Average Price | £34 Average Price Cheapest |
7h 55m Average total duration Fastest 7h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 17h 27m Average total duration 16h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vaasa to Joensuu train times
The table below shows live departures for Vaasa to Joensuu trains for today, Friday 19 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 11:45 Vaasa | 8h15 | 20:00 Joensuu | 0 changesdirect | |
| Saturday 20 December | |||||
![]() | 05:44 Vaasa | 9h07 | 14:51 Joensuu | 1 change | |
![]() | 06:44 Vaasa | 7h12 | 13:56 Joensuu | 2 changes | |
![]() | 06:44 Vaasa | 11h07 | 17:51 Joensuu | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vaasa to Joensuu
Trains from Vaasa to Joensuu run on average 8 times per day, taking around 7h 25m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 01:02, the last at 18:10. The fastest train covers the 417 km distance in 7h 12m.
Distance 417 km |
Average train duration 7h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 8 |
Fastest train 7h 12m |
First train 01:02 |
Last train 18:10 |
Train companies: VR from Vaasa to Joensuu trainsVR trains will get you between Vaasa and Joensuu from £16. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Vaasa to Joensuu train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vaasa to Joensuu 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 Joensuu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vaasa and Joensuu
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Gustav Wasa
- Fondis
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Vaasa
- Scandic Vaasa
- Hotel Astor
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible from the main hall.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 24/7, located adjacent to the station building.
- Restaurant Rosso Joensuu
- Ravintola Kerubi
- Outside the main entrance.
- €1
- Original Sokos Hotel Kimmel
- Scandic Joensuu
- Hotel GreenStar
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-3 for regional and long-distance trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi: Available outside the station
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