The cheapest and fastest trains from Vantaa to Pieksämäki
Cheapest price
£32
Average price
£32
Fastest journey
2 h 58 m
Average duration
3 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
249 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vantaa to Pieksämäki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vantaa to Pieksämäki will cost around £32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £32.
Of the 5 trains that leave Vantaa for Pieksämäki every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 249 km distance in an average of 3 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 58 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 11 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Vantaa to Pieksämäki
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vantaa to Pieksämäki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, and a flight costs an average of £74.
Distance: 249 km
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£30 Average Price Cheapest | £80 Average Price |
3h 32m Average total duration 3h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration Fastest 1h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vantaa to Pieksämäki train times
The table below shows live departures for Vantaa to Pieksämäki trains for tomorrow, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 06:11 Vantaa | 3h07 | 09:18 Pieksämäki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:16 Vantaa | 4h17 | 11:33 Pieksämäki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 08:31 Vantaa | 3h06 | 11:37 Pieksämäki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:16 Vantaa | 4h21 | 14:37 Pieksämäki | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:31 Vantaa | 3h11 | 14:42 Pieksämäki | 0 changesdirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vantaa to Pieksämäki
Trains from Vantaa to Pieksämäki run on average 32 times per day, taking around 3h 2m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £27 if you book in advance.
There are 9 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:42, the last at 20:50. The fastest train covers the 249 km distance in 4h 14m.
Distance 249 km |
Average train duration 3h 2m |
Cheapest ticket price £27 |
Trains per day 32 |
Direct trains 9 |
Fastest train 4h 14m |
First train 05:42 |
Last train 20:50 |
Train companies: VR from Vantaa to Pieksämäki trainsVR trains will get you between Vantaa and Pieksämäki from £27. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Vantaa to Pieksämäki train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vantaa to Pieksämäki 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 Pieksämäki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vantaa and Pieksämäki
- 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, with access from Ratatie.
- Restaurant Tikkurila
- Amarillo Vantaa
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Original Sokos Hotel Vantaa
- Break Sokos Hotel Flamingo
- Scandic Helsinki Aviacongress
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki, Tampere, and other destinations
- Hall 2: local bus connections
- Train: Helsinki commuter rail lines I, P, K, T
- Bus: Several lines available
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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