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Compare coach and flight for Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki
Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £126 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £126, while a flight costs an average of £501.
Distance: 1514 km
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Most popular Flight | Coach | Driving |
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£501 Average Price | £126 Average Price Cheapest | £44 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
6h 16m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 36h 42m Average total duration 36h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 25h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Compare ways to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki
Compare the available ways to get from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki is a coach with an average price of £126.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki:
A coach is £375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki costing on average £501.
The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.
Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:
Coach takes on average 36h 42m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Helsinki including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.
You'll arrive about 20h 49m sooner (4h 16m by flight vs 25h 5m by car). Tickets start at around £501 compared to roughly £44 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.
Travel optionsfrom Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki
How to get to Helsinki from Frankfurt am Main by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+
FlixTrain14:03 49h02 Frankfurt South station 16:05 Helsinki, linja-autoasema £99 1 One-way 3 changes
Cheapest
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus+FlixTrain
14:03 49h02 Frankfurt South station 16:05 Helsinki, linja-autoasema £99 1 One-way 3 changes
Fastest
AY141619:25 2h30 Frankfurt am Main Airport 22:55 Helsinki Vantaa Airport £171 1 One-way 0 changes
Other options
Coach
Flight
- FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
12:30 44h00 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) 9:30 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 £109 1 One-way 2 changes - FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
23:30 39h00 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) 15:30 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 £118 1 One-way 2 changes - FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
23:30 39h35 Frankfurt am Main, Flughafen Frankfurt (Terminal 1 - Busparkplatz P36) 16:05 Helsinki, linja-autoasema £118 1 One-way 2 changes
SK640 · SK171210:30 3h55 Frankfurt am Main Airport 15:25 Helsinki Vantaa Airport £172 1 One-way 1 change- AY1412
11:30 2h30 Frankfurt am Main Airport 15:00 Helsinki Vantaa Airport £193 1 One-way 0 changes - SK640 · SK1422 · SK708
10:30 5h25 Frankfurt am Main Airport 16:55 Helsinki Vantaa Airport £240 1 One-way 2 changes
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Best day trips from Helsinki by bus
The most popular day trips by bus from Helsinki are Porvoo, Tampere, Tallinn, Turku and Lahti. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Helsinki on Omio.
Day trip from Helsinki to Tampere by bus
Why visit Tampere for the day?
Tampere is a Finnish lakeside city known for its industrial heritage, sauna culture and easy-going atmosphere. Red-brick mills by the Tammerkoski rapids now frame museums, cafés and a lively cultural scene.
Day trip from Helsinki to Tallinn by bus
Why visit Tallinn for the day?
Tallinn is Estonia’s capital, best known for its well-preserved medieval Old Town and Baltic seaside setting. Historic towers and cobbled lanes sit alongside creative districts and a modern culture shaped by design and technology.
Day trip from Helsinki to Turku by bus
Why visit Turku for the day?
Turku, Finland’s oldest city, is known for its Aura river setting, medieval roots and strong maritime character. Its castle, cathedral and lively student life give the city a historic feel that still feels relaxed and current.
Day trip from Helsinki to Lahti by bus
Why visit Lahti for the day?
Lahti is a lakeside Finnish city known for winter sports, design and green innovation. Its Ski Jumping Hills, Sibelius Hall and easy access to forests and water give it a relaxed, active feel.
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FAQs: Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki
Travel to Helsinki easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki.
There are 2 options to travel between Frankfurt am Main and Helsinki including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki is a coach with an average price of £126.
This is compared to other travel options from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki:
A coach is £375 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki costing on average £501.
The fastest way to travel from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 16m.
Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:
Coach takes on average 36h 42m.
The Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki distance is approximately 1514 km.
The average frequency per day from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki is:
- Around 50 flights per day.
- Around 13 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Frankfurt am Main and Helsinki as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki:
- Coaches mostly depart from Frankfurt, Stuttgarter Straße (Fermomnibusbahnhof) and arrive in Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2.
- Flights mostly depart from Frankfurt am Main Airport and arrive in Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with KLM, Sas Airways, Lufthansa, Finnair, Air Baltic, Air France, Qatar Airways, Lufthansa City Airlines, Cityjet, Lot Polish Airlines, Global Supply Systems, CitizenPlane, TAP Portugal, KLM Cityhopper to go to Helsinki by flight.
- Travel with FlixBus to go to Helsinki by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki:
- 5 direct flights per day with Lufthansa, Finnair, Lufthansa City Airlines, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki often also extend their vacation to go to Rovaniemi, Tallinn, Stockholm, Copenhagen, Turku. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Helsinki and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Frankfurt am Main to Helsinki, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
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.
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