Finland

Train rides in Finland are a space for contemplation. As endless pine trees and tidy villages of red and white weatherboard homes roll by, you can focus on calming yourself and forget the world. However, a passenger train link between Helsinki and Russia has been suspended since the outbreak of Covid-19. Until further notice, the…

Essex Road Station is a railway station in Canonbury, north London. It is served by the Northern City Line and is in Travelcard Zone 2. It was first opened in 1904, under the name Canonbury & Essex Road and changed to its current name in 1948. Services to and from Moorgate, Welwyn Garden City, Potters…

Getting around Kotka is easy by train, bus or car. Trippy’s guide shows you how to buy tickets, and includes a travel map. Long distance public transport in Finland is modern, clean and comfortable, with reclining seats and bathrooms. Free power and WiFi are standard. The tree-lined Sculpture Promenade runs through the centre of Kotka….

Savonlinna is a very nice smaller town located on lakes and surrounded by water. Its big attraction is Olavinlinna castle, one of the few medieval castles preserved in a fairly original shape. Take a train and enjoy the magnificent lake views during your journey from Parikkala to Savonlinna. You will also travel in comfort with…

Finland does not have a very dense railway system; its main lines are not very long. However, it has some fine modem locomotives which would do credit to any country. The main line to Hanko was opened in 1873. Today the railway is operated by VR Group. It is a great way to explore the…

Finnish passenger rail lines are largely inland and operated by the national railway company VR. VR has a monopoly on passenger transport. Long distance public transportation in Finland is modern, comfortable and affordable. Most trains have air conditioning, reclining seats and free power and Wi-Fi. The main line north from Oulu passes over the Arctic…

The new one-hour train link between Helsinki and Turku will reinforce the standing of local communities, promoting economic growth. It will also reduce travel times and make commuting to Helsinki easier for people living in the cities along the route. Book a seat on a high-speed Pendolino trip between major hubs or an InterCity ride…

Ylivieska lies at the main north-south railway junction in Finland. This is the point at which all trains to and from Oulu and Rovaniemi stop. It is also the point where the line splits. Finland has no great need for giant express passenger engines, corresponding to the “Flying Scotsman” or “Cock o’ the North” in…

The Helsinki-Tampere route is one of Finland’s busiest routes. Buses leave multiple times a day, and the trip takes about two hours. Long-distance buses offer comfortable seats and amenities. There are also lake ferries, which run from Helsinki to Turku and Naantali. The Suomirata line will create growth, jobs and companies – both during construction…

With its gleaming lakes and clusters of red-and-white wooden cottages, Finland is a dreamy train destination. The country’s passenger railway, run by Valtion Rautatiet (VR), has an impressive network of routes. Hop on a high-speed Pendolino ride between major cities, or choose slower InterCity rides with cozy airplane-style seats or sleeper berths. Perks include play…