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

The cheapest way to get from Kajaani to Helsinki is to train and bus which costs €45 - €90 and takes 8h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kajaani to Helsinki is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs €100 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Kajaani and Helsinki?

No, there is no direct bus from Kajaani to Helsinki. However, there are services departing from Pohjolankatu 35 and arriving at 30-35 via Kuopio Linja-autoasema 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Kajaani and Helsinki?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kajaani and arriving at Helsinki. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 29m.

How far is it from Kajaani to Helsinki?

The distance between Kajaani and Helsinki is 506 km. The road distance is 549 km.

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

The best way to get from Kajaani to Helsinki without a car is to train which takes 6h 29m and costs €65 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 3h 27m to get from Kajaani to Helsinki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kajaani to Helsinki bus from?

Kajaani to Helsinki bus services, operated by Savonlinja Oy, depart from Pohjolankatu 35 station.

Where do I catch the Kajaani to Helsinki train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kajaani to Helsinki?

The best way to get from Kajaani to Helsinki is to fly which takes 3h 27m and costs €100 - €190. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €65 - €120 and takes 6h 29m, you could also bus, which costs €50 - €85 and takes 8h 45m.

Where does the Kajaani to Helsinki bus arrive?

Kajaani to Helsinki bus services, operated by Savonlinja Oy, arrive at Tulo station.

Where does the Kajaani to Helsinki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kajaani to Helsinki?

Yes, the driving distance between Kajaani to Helsinki is 549 km. It takes approximately 6h 26m to drive from Kajaani to Helsinki.

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

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Kajaani to Helsinki - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 7 ways to get from Kajaani to Helsinki by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly from Kajaani
best
1. Fly from Kajaani (KAJ) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane KAJ - HEL
3h 27m
€108–182
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Kajaani to Kuopiotrain Ic 68 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kuopio, Bus Station to Helsinki, Katajanokan Terminalbus 3006
8h 55m
€49–86
Train
1. Take the train from Kajaani to Helsinkitrain Ic 70 / ...
6h 29m
€65–120
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pohjolankatu 35 to Tulobus Kajaani - Iisalmi - Kuopio
2. Take the bus from Kuopio Linja-autoasema 5 to 30-35bus Ob5
8h 45m
€51–83
Drive 549 km
1. Drive from Kajaani to Helsinkicar 549 km
6h 26m
€100–145
Train to Oulu Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Kajaani to Oulutrain
2. Fly from Oulu Airport (OUL) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane OUL - HEL
5h 32m
€93–236
Train to Kuopio, fly
1. Take the train from Kajaani to Kuopiotrain
2. Fly from Kuopio (KUO) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane KUO - HEL
5h 42m
€86–186

Kajaani to Helsinki by train

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Distance: 506 km
Duration: 3h 27m

What companies run services between Kajaani, Kainuu, Finland and Helsinki, Finland?

Finnair flies from Kajaani (KAJ) to Helsinki Airport (HEL) once daily. Alternatively, Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Kajaani to Helsinki 5 times a day. Tickets cost €65–120 and the journey takes 6h 29m.

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