What is the cheapest way to get from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava?

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava is to bus which costs €15 - €25 and takes 3h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava?

The fastest way to get from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs €35 - €55.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Otava?

No, there is no direct bus from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava. However, there are services departing from Vantaa, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport and arriving at Otava pikavuoro I via Lahti Matkakeskus laituri7. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Otava?

No, there is no direct train from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava. However, there are services departing from Lentoasema and arriving at Mikkeli via Tikkurila. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 51m.

How far is it from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava?

The distance between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Otava is 212 km. The road distance is 208.3 km.

How do I travel from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava without a car?

The best way to get from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava without a car is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs €15 - €25.

How long does it take to get from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava?

It takes approximately 3h 25m to get from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava bus from?

Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vantaa, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport station.

Where do I catch the Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava train from?

Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Tikkurila station.

Train or bus from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava?

The best way to get from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava is to bus which takes 3h 25m and costs €15 - €25. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €35 - €65 and takes 4h 51m.

Where does the Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava bus arrive?

Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Lahti, Transport Center station.

Where does the Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava train arrive?

Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Mikkeli station.

Can I drive from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava is 208 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava.

Where can I stay near Otava?

There are 56+ hotels available in Otava.

Can I share a ride from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava?

Check out Blablacar's carpooling service for rideshare options between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Otava. A great option if you don't have a driver's licence or want to avoid public transport.

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There are 5 ways to get from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava by bus, train, rideshare, or car

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1. Take the bus from Vantaa, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Lahti, Transport Centerbus N1206 / ...
2. Take the bus from Lahti Matkakeskus laituri7 to Otava pikavuoro Ibus Ob54
3h 25m
€16–25
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Pasila to Lahtitrain Z / ...
2. Take the bus from Lahti Matkakeskus laituri7 to Otava pikavuoro Ibus Ob54
4h 1m
€22–37
Airport Transfer
1. Take the rideshare from Helsinki-HEL to Otavarideshare 208.3 km
2h 12m
Drive 208.3 km
1. Drive from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otavacar 208.3 km
2h 12m
€38–55
Train
1. Take the train from Tikkurila to Mikkelitrain Ic 63 / ...
4h 51m
€36–64

Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Otava by bus

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Distance: 212.2 km
Duration: 3h 25m

What companies run services between Helsinki Airport (HEL), Finland and Otava, South Savo, Finland?

You can take a bus from Vantaa, Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Otava pikavuoro I via Lahti Matkakeskus laituri7 in around 3h 25m. Alternatively, Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Tikkurila to Mikkeli 5 times a day. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 2h 23m.

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