Information about destinations travelling Europe by train
While there isn’t a direct train service that connects Sweden and Finland across the Baltic Sea, you can travel between the two countries by train with a combination of train and ferry. In Lapland there is a 20km section of rail between Laurila and Haparanda where there isn’t a passenger service. Here’s how it works:…
The Leppävaara Urban Line is a vital component of the Helsinki commuter rail network, connecting the Finnish capital to the city of Espoo. Operated by VR Group on behalf of the Helsinki Regional Transport Authority (HSL), this service offers frequent and convenient travel options for daily commuters and travelers alike. Frequency and Operation The primary…
The train service between Helsinki and Oulu offers travelers a convenient and scenic journey through Finland, connecting the southern capital to one of the major cities in the north. Operated by VR Group, Finland’s state-owned railway company, this route combines efficiency with comfort, making it a popular choice for both residents and visitors. Frequency and…
The train service connecting Helsinki to Kemijärvi offers travelers a comfortable and scenic journey from Finland’s capital to the northern reaches of Lapland. Operated by VR, Finland’s national railway company, this route provides both night and, seasonally, day train options. Night Train Service The primary service between Helsinki and Kemijärvi is the overnight InterCity train…
Currently, the only way to travel between Helsinki and Tallinn is by ferry. Eight million of these trips are made each year, from popular booze cruises to the weekly commutes of tens of thousands of Estonians working in Helsinki. Fortunately, this could all change. Peter Vesterbacka, CEO of FinEst Bay Area Development, and co-founder Kustaa…
Take in Helsinki’s incredible architecture on a panoramic 90-minute tour. See the historical centre, diplomatic quarters and Senate Square, as well as the extraordinary Temppeliaukio Church built into rock. The train leaves Helsinki at around 11pm and arrives above the Arctic Circle in Rovaniemi 12 hours later. The overnight train offers multiple amenities including a…
Located in the heart of Finland’s Lapland region, Rovaniemi is an ideal base to explore wintery delights. Here, you can experience reindeer sleigh rides and farm visits, husky tours and even spot the northern lights during an unforgettable night safari! Picture yourself seated beside a serene lake, enveloped by whispering forests, as you indulge in…
Finland may not have giant locomotives and mountain lines completed only after Herculean feats of engineering, but the country certainly has one of Europe’s most self-contained railway systems. Its main passenger line runs from Oulu to the station at Kontiomaki. The state railways VR run a variety of long distance and regional services. Timetable PDFs…
The one-hour Turku rail link shortens the journey between Helsinki and Turku by train, as well as linking localities along the route to the Helsinki metropolitan area. It will also help develop commuter traffic in Southwest Finland. The Finnish national railway company, Valtion Rautatiet (VR), operates trains to all major cities in Finland. The current…
Although not densely populated, Finland has one of Europe’s longest railway systems. Its State railways operate to-day over 3,400 miles of 5 ft gauge track. Even the modern standard Finnish express engines are not giants by British standards; but their generous construction gauge enables them to carry comparatively light loads. Timetables Ylivieska is a great…