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

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Vaasa is to bus which costs €27 - €70 and takes 7h 50m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Vaasa is to fly which takes 3h 26m and costs €75 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Vaasa?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 and arriving at Vaasa, Bus Station station. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Helsinki and Vaasa?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helsinki and arriving at Vaasa. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 42m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Vaasa?

The distance between Helsinki and Vaasa is 415 km. The road distance is 417.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Helsinki to Vaasa without a car is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €50 - €85.

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

The train from Helsinki to Vaasa takes 3h 42m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Vaasa bus from?

Helsinki to Vaasa bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 station.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Vaasa train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Helsinki to Vaasa?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Vaasa is to train which takes 3h 42m and costs €50 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €27 - €70 and takes 7h 50m, you could also fly, which costs €75 - €180 and takes 3h 26m.

Where does the Helsinki to Vaasa bus arrive?

Helsinki to Vaasa bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vaasa, Bus Station.

Where does the Helsinki to Vaasa train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Helsinki to Vaasa?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki to Vaasa is 417 km. It takes approximately 4h 55m to drive from Helsinki to Vaasa.

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

Book your Helsinki to Vaasa train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Helsinki to Vaasa?

Book your Helsinki to Vaasa bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Vaasa?

There are 119+ hotels available in Vaasa.

Helsinki to Vaasa - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Helsinki to Vaasa by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helsinki to Vaasatrain Ic 49 / ...
3h 42m
€50–85
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Vaasa, Bus Stationbus N1205 / ...
7h 50m
€27–70
Drive 417.3 km
1. Drive from Helsinki to Vaasacar 417.3 km
4h 55m
€77–111
Fly Helsinki Airport to Vaasa Airport
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Vaasa Airport (VAA)plane HEL - VAA
3h 26m
€78–175
Line 600 bus to Helsinki, fly to Vaasa
1. Take the bus from Rautatientori to Lentoasemabus
2. Fly from Helsinki to Vaasaplane
3h 53m
Fly Helsinki Airport to Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport, bus
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport (KOK)plane HEL - KOK
2. Take the bus from Kruunupyy st1 E to Sepänkyläntie/Maasilta Ebus
5h 32m
€129–215

Helsinki to Vaasa by train

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Distance: 415.2 km
Duration: 3h 42m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Helsinki to Vaasa every 4 hours. Tickets cost €50–85 and the journey takes 3h 42m. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Vaasa, Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 7h 50m. OnniBus also services this route twice daily.

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