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

The cheapest way to get from Otava to Helsinki is to bus which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Otava to Helsinki is to drive which takes 2h 18m and costs €40 - €60.

Is there a direct bus between Otava and Helsinki?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Otava pikavuoro L and arriving at 30-35. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

Is there a direct train between Otava and Helsinki?

No, there is no direct train from Otava to Helsinki. However, there are services departing from Mikkeli and arriving at Helsinki via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 5m.

How far is it from Otava to Helsinki?

The distance between Otava and Helsinki is 219 km. The road distance is 217.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Otava to Helsinki without a car is to bus and train which takes 2h 44m and costs €22 - €35.

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

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Otava to Helsinki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Otava to Helsinki bus from?

Otava to Helsinki bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from Otava pikavuoro L station.

Where do I catch the Otava to Helsinki train from?

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

Train or bus from Otava to Helsinki?

The best way to get from Otava to Helsinki is to train which takes 4h 5m and costs €30 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €15 - €21 and takes 2h 55m.

Where does the Otava to Helsinki bus arrive?

Otava to Helsinki bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at 30-35 station.

Where does the Otava to Helsinki train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Otava to Helsinki?

Yes, the driving distance between Otava to Helsinki is 218 km. It takes approximately 2h 18m to drive from Otava to Helsinki.

Where can I stay near Helsinki?

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Otava to Helsinki - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Otava to Helsinki by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Otava pikavuoro L to Lahti Matkakeskus laituri7bus Ob54
2. Take the train from Lahti to Helsinkitrain Z / ...
2h 44m
€22–34
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Otava pikavuoro L to 30-35bus Ob54
2h 55m
€15–21
Train
1. Take the train from Mikkeli to Helsinkitrain Ic 70 / ...
4h 5m
€34–60
Drive 217.5 km
1. Drive from Otava to Helsinkicar 217.5 km
2h 18m
€41–58

Otava to Helsinki by bus and train

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Distance: 218.9 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Otava, South Savo, Finland and Helsinki, Finland?

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Mikkeli to Helsinki every 4 hours. Tickets cost €30–55 and the journey takes 2h 48m. Alternatively, OnniBus operates a bus from Otava pikavuoro L to 30-35 twice daily. Tickets cost €15–21 and the journey takes 2h 55m.

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