Railway length:
​3 172 km

Types of trains:
​regular, overnight & high-speed

No. routes sold:
​10+

Fastest train speed:
​220 km/h

VR Train Types in Finland

One of the most unusual ways to traverse the country and enjoy its beauty to the fullest is taking a train. The well-developed Finnish railway network offers not only domestic but also cross-border connections and an extensive schedule for each route to match any travel plans. All trains in Finland are designed to meet modern standards and are equipped with everything necessary for a comfortable ride.

COMMUTER TRAFIC TRAINS

You will likely board this type of trains when you are traveling in Helsinki. These help you with your day-to-day travel plans. 

• Helsinki to Helsinki Airport train

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DOMESTIC LONG-DISTANCE TRAINS

​You will need a ticket on one of the domestic long-distance trains if you wish to travel outside major cities & far into Finland.

• Pendolino high-speed trains
• InterCity trains
• Regional trains (no locomotives)
• ​Overnight trains (Santa Claus Express)
• Car-carrier trains

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INTERNATIONAL TRAINS

These trains are ideal if you are planning to travel from Finland to Russia and explore major cities.

• Allegro train (Saint Petersburg - Helsinki)
• Tolstoi train (Moscow - Helsinki)

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