The average train between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Kotka takes 3h 19m and the fastest train takes 2h 27m. The train service runs several times per day from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kotka. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Kotka. The earliest departure is at 5:42 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helsinki Airport (HEL) is at 11:57 PM which arrives into Kotka at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer at Tikkurila and take an average of 3h 19m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kotka? 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 train from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Helsinki Airport (HEL) station and arriving at Kotka station via Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 19m.
Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Tikkurila station.
Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Kotkan satama station.
The distance between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Kotka is 110 km. The road distance is 207 km.
You can take a train from Lentoasema to Kotkan satama via Tikkurila and Kouvola in around 3h 44m.