The cheapest and fastest trains from Vaasa to Kuopio
Cheapest price
$75
Average price
$99
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
6 h 11 m
Trains per day
13
Distance
307 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vaasa to Kuopio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vaasa to Kuopio will cost around $99 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $75.
It's difficult to get from Vaasa to Kuopio without transferring at least once.
S-446 · IC-20 · IC-83 · S-757:23 AM6h32Vaasan rautatieasema1:55 PMKuopio station$751One-way3 transfers
S-44 · IC-155 · IC-636:44 AM5h45Vaasan rautatieasema12:29 PMKuopio station$791One-way2 transfers
S-440 · IC-36 · IC-143 · IC-658:20 AM7h15Vaasan rautatieasema3:35 PMKuopio station$831One-way3 transfers
IC-54 · IC-27 · H-496 · IC-7104:25 PM6h03Vaasan rautatieasema10:28 PMKuopio station$861One-way3 transfers
IC-50 · IC-1472:45 PM6h50Vaasan rautatieasema9:35 PMKuopio station$861One-way1 transfer
S-44 · IC-155 · IC-636:44 AM5h45Vaasan rautatieasema12:29 PMKuopio station$791One-way2 transfers
IC-48 · S-145 · IC-6712:45 PM5h45Vaasan rautatieasema6:30 PMKuopio station$941One-way2 transfers
IC-54 · IC-27 · H-496 · IC-7104:25 PM6h03Vaasan rautatieasema10:28 PMKuopio station$861One-way3 transfers
S-446 · IC-20 · IC-83 · S-757:23 AM6h32Vaasan rautatieasema1:55 PMKuopio station$751One-way3 transfers
IC-50 · IC-1472:45 PM6h50Vaasan rautatieasema9:35 PMKuopio station$861One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Vaasa to Kuopio
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vaasa to Kuopio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $25. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 5h 34m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $25, and a train costs an average of $44.
Distance: 190 miles (307 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
|---|---|
$67 Average price | $31 Average price Cheapest |
6h 4m Average total duration Fastest 5h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 16h 46m Average total duration 16h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Vaasa to Kuopio train times
The table below shows live departures for Vaasa to Kuopio trains for today, Wednesday, April 1. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC-48 · S-9 | 9:45 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 7h39 | 5:24 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
IC-48 · IC-145 · IC-67 | 9:45 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 5h45 | 3:30 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
IC-50 · IC-73 | 11:45 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 8h38 | 8:23 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
IC-50 · IC-147 | 11:45 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 6h50 | 6:35 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
IC-54 · IC-27 · H-496 · IC-710 | 1:25 PM Vaasan rautatieasema | 6h03 | 7:28 PM Kuopio station | 3 transfers | |
IC-40 · IC-63 | 1:44 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 7h45 | 9:29 AM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
IC-42 · S-75 | 2:44 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 8h11 | 10:55 AM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
S-44 · IC-155 · IC-63 | 3:44 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 5h45 | 9:29 AM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
S-44 · IC-65 | 3:44 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 8h51 | 12:35 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
S-446 · IC-20 · IC-83 · S-75 | 4:23 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 6h32 | 10:55 AM Kuopio station | 3 transfers | |
S-446 · IC-20 · IC-65 | 4:23 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 8h12 | 12:35 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
S-440 · IC-36 · IC-143 · IC-65 | 5:20 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 7h15 | 12:35 PM Kuopio station | 3 transfers | |
S-440 · IC-21 · IC-70 | 5:20 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 8h23 | 1:43 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
S-46 · S-915 | 7:35 AM Vaasan rautatieasema | 7h20 | 2:55 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Vaasa to Kuopio
Trains from Vaasa to Kuopio run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $44 (€36) but you can travel from only $25 (€20) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:44, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 190 miles (307 km) distance in 5h 42m.
Distance 190 miles (307 km) |
Average train duration 5h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price $44 (€36) |
Trains per day 11 |
Fastest train 5h 42m |
First train 4:44 AM |
Last train 7:08 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Vaasa to Kuopio
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vaasa to Kuopio by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kuopio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Vaasa to Kuopio
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Gustav Wasa
- Fondis
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Original Sokos Hotel Vaakuna Vaasa
- Scandic Vaasa
- Hotel Astor
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platforms are accessible from the main hall.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Taxi services available
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Asemakatu.
- Amarillo
- Musta Lammas
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Scandic Kuopio
- Rauhalahti Spa Hotel
- Original Sokos Hotel Puijonsarvi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms and access to trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
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