Finland combines pristine wilderness with modern Nordic design. From the Northern Lights in Lapland to vibrant Helsinki, experience midnight sun, thousands of lakes, and the world's happiest people.
- Public
- Finland has exceptional public transport. Helsinki's HSL network (metro, trams, buses) is efficient and integrated with a single app and ticket. Inter-city trains (VR) are punctual and comfortable. National bus network reaches rural areas.
- Taxi
- Finnish taxis are licensed, metered, and safe. Bolt and Uber available in cities. Expensive but reliable. Apps recommended over street hailing for best prices.
- Rental
- Car rental excellent for countryside and Lapland exploration. Major companies at Helsinki Airport and cities. Winter tires mandatory December-March (included in rentals).
- Walking
- Helsinki city center is compact and walkable with excellent cycle infrastructure. Safe, well-lit streets year-round. Winter can require care on icy pavements.
Transport at a glance
Airport transfers
Getting from the airport to your accommodation.
- Taxi
- Train (Ring Rail Line I/P) to Central Station €4.60, 30 minutes
- Shuttle
- Bus 615 to Central Station €4.60, 40 minutes
- Bus
- Taxi to city center €40-45, 20 minutes
Local transport
Getting around the city.
Bus
Hours: Varies by route, typically 6:00-23:00
- Availability
- Extensive networks in all cities, only option in smaller towns
- Cost
- Helsinki €3.20 single, other cities €2-3.50
- Notes
- HSL app in Helsinki, local transport apps in other cities
Alternatives
metro, tram, taxi, rideshare, bike
Taxis & rideshare
What to expect from taxis and apps.
- Regular
- Cost
- Base fare €5.90-7.90, then €1.79-2.49/km depending on time
- Availability
- Readily available in cities, book ahead in rural areas
- Apps
- Taksi Helsinki, Uber (limited), Bolt available
- Notes
- Expensive but clean and safe, fixed fares common for airports
Intercity travel
Getting between cities and regions.
Bus
Cost: Generally 20-40% cheaper than trains, Helsinki-Turku from €15
- Operators
- Matkahuolto (national), Onnibus (budget), ExpressBus
- Booking
- matkahuolto.fi, onnibus.com
- Notes
- More destinations than trains, slower but cheaper, comfortable coaches
Flights
Routes: Helsinki to Rovaniemi, Oulu, Kuopio, and other northern cities
Cost: €60-150 one-way depending on advance booking
- Operator
- Finnair primarily
- Notes
- Time-saving for Lapland destinations, book early for deals
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Airports
Helsinki-Vantaa Airport
From centre: 18 km
Options: Train (Ring Rail Line I/P) to Central Station €4.60, 30 minutes; Bus 615 to Central Station €4.60, 40 minutes; Taxi to city center €40-45, 20 minutes; Airport shuttle services €25-30 per person
Rovaniemi Airport
From centre: 8 km
Options: Airport bus to city center €10, 15 minutes; Taxi to city €25-30, 12 minutes; Car rental available at terminal
Turku Airport
From centre: 8 km
Options: Bus 1 to city center €3.50, 20 minutes; Taxi to city €25-30, 15 minutes; Airport shuttle services available
Useful apps
Download before you arrive.
HSL
Official Helsinki regional transport app for metro, tram, bus, and ferry tickets and journey planning
VR Mobiili
Finnish Railways app for booking intercity and long-distance train tickets with advance discounts
Bolt
Best taxi/rideshare app in Finland, wider coverage than Uber, available in most Finnish cities
Onnibus
Budget intercity bus app for affordable travel between Finnish cities
Matkahuolto
National bus network app covering regional routes to smaller towns not served by trains
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Get the HSL app for Helsinki public transport - it covers metro, trams, buses, and ferries with integrated ticketing
Buy VR train tickets in advance online at vr.fi - advance fares can be 40-50% cheaper than walk-up prices
Helsinki Airport Ring Rail (I/P line) is the best value airport transfer - €4.60 in 30 minutes to Central Station
Overnight sleeper trains to Lapland (Helsinki-Rovaniemi) are worth booking - comfortable cabins and save one night's accommodation
Onnibus offers budget inter-city bus travel from €5 - good for Helsinki-Turku and Helsinki-Tampere routes
In Lapland, car rental is essential - distances are vast and public transport limited in wilderness areas
Helsinki's city bikes (pyörät) available May-October for €5/day - excellent for flat Helsinki streets
Tallink Silja and Viking Line ferries to Tallinn (Estonia) and Stockholm (Sweden) offer scenic and affordable travel