The average bus between Helsinki and Kauniainen takes 42 min and the fastest bus takes 27 min. The bus runs at least 2 times per hour from Helsinki to Kauniainen. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Buses run every 30 minutes between Helsinki and Kauniainen. The earliest departure is at 12:05 AM at night, and the last departure from Helsinki is at 11:05 PM which arrives into Kauniainen at 11:36 PM. All services require a transfer at Nihtisilta and take an average of 42 min. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

5h 31m • 1 change
45 min • 1 change
29 min • 1 change
34 min • 1 changeWant to know about travelling from Helsinki to Kauniainen? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct bus from Helsinki to Kauniainen. However, there are services departing from Helsinki station and arriving at Kauniainen station via Nihtisilta. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 42 min.
Helsinki to Kauniainen bus services, operated by Koiviston Auto, depart from Hki linja-autoasema station.
Helsinki to Kauniainen bus services, operated by Koiviston Auto, arrive at Nihtisilta station.
The distance between Helsinki and Kauniainen is 12.2 km. The road distance is 14 km.
Helsingin seudun liikenne operates a bus from Hki linja-autoasema to Nihtisilta hourly. Tickets cost €4 and the journey takes 20 min. Four other operators also service this route.