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Helsinki to Kainuu trains

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Trip Overview

The average train between Helsinki and Kainuu takes 6h 15m and the fastest train takes 6h 10m. The train service runs several times per day from Helsinki to Kainuu. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.

6h 15m
Duration
588 km
Distance
€95
Average price
4 times a day
Frequency

Helsinki to Kainuu train times

Trains run 4 times a day between Helsinki and Kainuu. The earliest departure is at 8:14 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helsinki is at 7:14 PM which arrives into Kainuu at 1:27 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 6h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

Departing Wednesday, November 4, 2026

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    train train 6h 10m • Direct
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    train train 6h 18m • Direct
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    train train 6h 13m • Direct

Departing Thursday, November 5, 2026

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    train train 6h 10m • Direct
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    train train 6h 20m • Direct
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    train train 6h 18m • Direct
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    train train 6h 13m • Direct

Departing Friday, November 6, 2026

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    train train 6h 10m • Direct
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    train train 6h 20m • Direct
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    train train 6h 18m • Direct
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    train train 6h 13m • Direct

Departing Saturday, November 7, 2026

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    train train 6h 10m • Direct
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    train train 6h 20m • Direct
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    train train 6h 18m • Direct

Departing Sunday, November 8, 2026

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    train train 6h 10m • Direct
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    train train 6h 20m • Direct
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    train train 6h 18m • Direct
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    Arrives next day

    train train 6h 13m • Direct

Departing Monday, November 9, 2026

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    train train 6h 10m • Direct
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    train train 6h 20m • Direct
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    train train 6h 18m • Direct
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    train train 6h 13m • Direct

Departing Tuesday, November 10, 2026

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    train train 6h 10m • Direct
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    train train 6h 20m • Direct
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    train train 6h 18m • Direct
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    train train 6h 13m • Direct

Frequently asked questions

Want to know about travelling from Helsinki to Kainuu? 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.

Map of how to get from Helsinki to Kainuu.ExpandLaunch map view
  • Distance: 588 km
  • Duration: 6h 15m

What companies run services between Helsinki, Finland and Kainuu, Finland?

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Helsinki to Kajaani 4 times a day. Tickets cost €80–130 and the journey takes 6h 10m.

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