The average train between Joensuu and Kotka takes 6h 18m and the fastest train takes 4h 31m. The train service runs several times per day from Joensuu 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 5 times a day between Joensuu and Kotka. The earliest departure is at 4:00 AM at night, and the last departure from Joensuu is at 6:10 PM which arrives into Kotka at 6:40 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 6h 18m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Joensuu to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Joensuu station and arriving at Kotka station via Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.
Joensuu to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Joensuu station.
Joensuu to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Kotkan satama station.
Book your Joensuu to Kotka train tickets online with Finnish Railways (VR).
The distance between Joensuu and Kotka is 280.4 km. The road distance is 363 km.
You can take a train from Joensuu to Kotkan satama via Kouvola in around 4h 52m.