How to get to Helsinki from Oslo

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Compare coach and flight for Oslo to Helsinki

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Oslo to Helsinki among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £170 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 5h 51m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £170, while a flight costs an average of £357.

Distance: 787 km

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£357

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45h 25m

Average total duration

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The cheapest way to travel from Oslo to Helsinki is a coach with an average price of £170.

This is compared to other travel options from Oslo to Helsinki:

A coach is £187 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oslo to Helsinki costing on average £357.

The fastest way to travel from Oslo to Helsinki is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 51m.

Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:

Coach takes on average 45h 25m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Oslo and Helsinki including taking a coach and flight.

Travel options
from Oslo to Helsinki

How to get to Helsinki from Oslo by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

flight

The best way to travel from Oslo to Helsinki is by taking a flight because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • LufthansaLH867+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4116
    6:155h55
    Oslo Airport Gardermoen
    13:10Helsinki Vantaa Airport
    £2001One-way
    1 change

Cheapest

  • LufthansaLH867+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4116
    6:155h55
    Oslo Airport Gardermoen
    13:10Helsinki Vantaa Airport
    £2001One-way
    1 change

Fastest

  • Sas AirwaysSK459 · SK1716
    16:003h25
    Oslo Airport Gardermoen
    20:25Helsinki Vantaa Airport
    £3631One-way
    1 change

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    12:1547h15
    Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal)
    12:30Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2
    £2451One-way
    2 changes
  • LufthansaLH859+Lufthansa City AirlinesLH4118
    9:556h35
    Oslo Airport Gardermoen
    17:30Helsinki Vantaa Airport
    £2641One-way
    1 change
  • Sas AirwaysSK864 · SK708
    9:004h40
    Oslo Airport Gardermoen
    14:40Helsinki Vantaa Airport
    £2891One-way
    1 change
  • Sas AirwaysSK844 · SK708
    7:006h40
    Oslo Airport Gardermoen
    14:40Helsinki Vantaa Airport
    £2891One-way
    1 change

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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.

A view of Tallinn

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.

A view of Turku

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.

A view of Lahti

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: Oslo 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 Oslo to Helsinki.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Oslo and Helsinki including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Oslo to Helsinki is a coach with an average price of £170.

This is compared to other travel options from Oslo to Helsinki:

A coach is £187 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oslo to Helsinki costing on average £357.

The fastest way to travel from Oslo to Helsinki is by flight with an average journey time of 5h 51m.

Other travel options to Helsinki take longer:

Coach takes on average 45h 25m.

The Oslo to Helsinki distance is approximately 787 km.
The average frequency per day from Oslo to Helsinki is:
  • Around 56 flights per day.
  • Around 1 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Oslo 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 Oslo to Helsinki:
  • Flights mostly depart from Oslo Airport Gardermoen and arrive in Helsinki Vantaa Airport.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Oslo, Schweigaards gate (Bussterminal) and arrive in Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Oslo to Helsinki, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Finnair, Sas Airways, braathens regional aviation, CitizenPlane, KLM, Lufthansa, Cityjet, Lufthansa Cityline, KLM Cityhopper, Swiss, Global Supply Systems, Lufthansa City Airlines, Qatar Airways, Air Baltic, Helvetic Airways, TAP Portugal, Edelweiss Air to go to Helsinki by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Helsinki by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Oslo to Helsinki:
  • 4 direct flights per day with Norwegian Air Shuttle, Finnair, CitizenPlane.
Omio customers who travel from Oslo 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 Oslo 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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