The average train between Kotka and Salo takes 5h 26m and the fastest train takes 3h 52m. The train service runs several times per day from Kotka to Salo. 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 Kotka and Salo. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kotka is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Salo at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Kouvola and take an average of 5h 26m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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4h 19m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Kotka to Salo? 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 Kotka to Salo. However, there are services departing from Kotka station and arriving at Salo station via Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 26m.
Kotka to Salo train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Kotkan satama station.
Kotka to Salo train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Salo station.
Book your Kotka to Salo train tickets online with Finnish Railways (VR).
The distance between Kotka and Salo is 209.4 km. The road distance is 346 km.
You can take a train from Kotkan satama to Salo via Kouvola and Pasila in around 5h 20m.