The average train between Helsinki and Punkaharju takes 3h 54m and the fastest train takes 3h 43m. The train service runs several times per day from Helsinki to Punkaharju. 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 4 times a day between Helsinki and Punkaharju. The earliest departure is at 6:54 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helsinki is at 6:29 PM which arrives into Punkaharju at 10:20 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 54m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Helsinki to Punkaharju. However, there are services departing from Helsinki station and arriving at Punkaharju station via Parikkala. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 54m.
Helsinki to Punkaharju train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki station.
Helsinki to Punkaharju train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Parikkala station.
Book your Helsinki to Punkaharju train tickets online with Finnish Railways (VR).
The distance between Helsinki and Punkaharju is 298.1 km. The road distance is 369 km.
Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Helsinki to Parikkala 5 times a day. Tickets cost €40–75 and the journey takes 3h 17m.