Helsinki Airport (Helsinki-Vantaa) (HEL) to Helsinki
Ring Rail I and P trains run from the airport station to Helsinki Central Station in about 30 minutes for the price of an HSL zone ticket. HSL bus 600 is the other public option, and taxis take about 25–35 minutes.
Best for most people: Train. It is frequent, comfortable, avoids traffic and stops right at Helsinki Central Station.
All the options
| How | Time | How often | Price* | Hours | Good to know |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| train Commuter trains I or P from the underground airport station; both reach Helsinki Central Station, running in opposite directions around the loop | about 30 min | every 10 min | about €4–4.50 for an ABC zone ticket | about 05:00–01:00 | Buy in the HSL app or at ticket machines before boarding; inspectors check tickets. |
| city bus HSL bus 600 from outside the terminal to the Railway Square (Rautatientori) | about 40–50 min | every 10–30 min | about €4–4.50, ABC zone ticket | also runs at night with reduced frequency | Useful when trains are not running. |
| taxi Taxi rank outside Arrivals; several companies offer fixed airport prices | about 25–35 min | about €40–55 to the centre | 24 h | Cards accepted. Ride-hailing apps also operate. |
*Approximate 2026 prices and times. Services change: check the operator before you fly, especially for late arrivals.
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Tips
- Either train direction works: I and P both end at Helsinki Central Station.
- The HSL app sells tickets with international cards and stores them on your phone.
- Card payment is accepted almost everywhere in Finland.
- In winter, keep gloves and a hat in your hand luggage for the walk from the station.
Common questions
How much is a taxi from Helsinki airport to the city centre?
Expect about €40–55 to central Helsinki. Several taxi companies offer fixed prices from the airport, which you can confirm at the rank or in their apps. Cards are accepted. The train is much cheaper and usually just as fast. Ride-hailing apps also operate.
Should I take the I or P train from Helsinki airport?
Either. The I and P trains run around the same ring in opposite directions, and both end at Helsinki Central Station in roughly 30 minutes. Board whichever leaves first. The same ABC zone ticket is valid on both. Trains leave every 10 minutes.
Is there public transport from Helsinki airport at night?
Trains stop for a few hours at night, roughly between 01:00 and 05:00. HSL bus 600 keeps running at reduced frequency, and taxis are available around the clock. Check last departures in the HSL app if you land late. Night buses are slower than trains.
Can I buy a train ticket with a card at Helsinki airport?
Yes. HSL ticket machines at the airport station accept international cards, and you can buy tickets in the HSL app. Buy before boarding and make sure the ticket covers zones A, B and C. Inspectors check tickets regularly and fines are high for travelling without one.
Compiled by TonyPlan from airport and transport-operator information and travel knowledge; updated 2026-10-05. Anything we could not confirm is marked as approximate.