What is the cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Kotka?

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Kotka is to bus which costs €9 - €13 and takes 2h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helsinki to Kotka?

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Kotka is to drive which takes 1h 26m and costs €24 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Kotka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 29 and arriving at Kotkan linja-autoasema PÄÄTEPYSÄKKI. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Helsinki and Kotka?

No, there is no direct train from Helsinki to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Helsinki and arriving at Kotkan satama via Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 9m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Kotka?

The distance between Helsinki and Kotka is 136 km. The road distance is 132.9 km.

How do I travel from Helsinki to Kotka without a car?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Kotka without a car is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €9 - €13.

How long does it take to get from Helsinki to Kotka?

The bus from 29 to Kotkan linja-autoasema PÄÄTEPYSÄKKI takes 2h 10m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Kotka bus from?

Helsinki to Kotka bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from 29 station.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Kotka train from?

Helsinki to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki station.

Train or bus from Helsinki to Kotka?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Kotka is to bus which takes 2h 10m and costs €9 - €13. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €26 - €45 and takes 3h 9m.

Where does the Helsinki to Kotka bus arrive?

Helsinki to Kotka bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at Kotkan linja-autoasema PÄÄTEPYSÄKKI station.

Where does the Helsinki to Kotka train arrive?

Helsinki to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Kouvola station.

Can I drive from Helsinki to Kotka?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki to Kotka is 133 km. It takes approximately 1h 26m to drive from Helsinki to Kotka.

How do I get a train ticket from Helsinki to Kotka?

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Where can I stay near Kotka?

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There are 3 ways to get from Helsinki to Kotka by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from 29 to Kotkan linja-autoasema PÄÄTEPYSÄKKIbus Ob7 / ...
2h 10m
€9–13
Train
1. Take the train from Helsinki to Kouvolatrain Ic 11 / ...
2. Take the train from Kouvola to Kotkan satamatrain O
3h 9m
€26–44
Drive 132.9 km
1. Drive from Helsinki to Kotkacar 132.9 km
1h 26m
€25–36

Helsinki to Kotka by bus

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Distance: 135.5 km
Duration: 2h 10m

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

OnniBus operates a bus from 29 to Kotkan linja-autoasema PÄÄTEPYSÄKKI every 3 hours. Tickets cost €9–13 and the journey takes 2h 10m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Helsinki to Kotkan satama via Kouvola in around 3h 9m.

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