Getting around Finland
Europe
From Europe ✈️
Direct flight from Paris
Yes
Duration
3h05 direct
Indicative round-trip price
90-300 EUR A/R
Book
1-3 months ahead (earlier for Lapland in winter)
Recommended airlines
Local transport
Bus
OnniBus and Matkahuolto for long-distance routes, cheap and reliable.
Train
VR: modern and comfortable trains, up to 220 km/h. The Helsinki-Rovaniemi (Lapland) night train with sleeper cars and car transport.
Taxi
Metered taxis (starting ~7 EUR). Bolt and 02-Taksi apps. Expensive, prefer public transport.
Metro
Helsinki has a metro (the northernmost in the world), trams and a good bus network (HSL tickets).
Essential apps
Common routes and indicative prices
| From | To | Mode | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Helsinki | Rovaniemi (Lapland) | VR night train | ~12h | 50-120 EUR |
| Helsinki-Vantaa (airport) | Central Helsinki | I/P train | 30 min | ~5 EUR |
| Helsinki | Tampere | VR train | 1h30 | 15-40 EUR |
| Helsinki | Turku | VR train | 2h | 15-40 EUR |
Indicative prices for 2025-2026. Fares vary by season, demand and how far ahead you book.
Vehicle rental 🛵
Scooter / Motorbike
25-40 EUR (especially in summer) / day
Category B licence
Car
40-70 EUR (winter tyres included in winter) / day
French licence accepted
International permit : Not required (French license accepted)
Transport scams to know ⚠️
Off-meter taxi at the airport
Some drivers offer an inflated flat rate to the centre.
Tip :Take the I or P train (30 min, ~5 EUR) or insist on the meter.
Aurora excursion not guaranteed
Some tours charge a lot with no weather policy.
Tip :Choose an operator that refunds or re-runs the trip if the sky is overcast.
Practical tips
- Book VR trains online in advance for the best prices (limited-quota tickets).
- For Lapland in winter, the night train with car transport saves you 12 hours of driving on snow.
- In Helsinki, the single HSL ticket covers tram, metro, bus and the Suomenlinna ferry.
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