Is there a night train from Helsinki to St Petersburg?
Yes, you can travel between the scenic capital of Finland, Helsinki, and the mesmerizing Venice of the North, Saint Petersburg, onboard a comfortable night train Lev Tolstoy. This journey takes about 5 hours 30 minutes while a high-speed Alstom train can cover the distance between the cities in just 2 hours 30 minutes!
Do I need a visa to visit St Petersburg from Helsinki if I travel there by train?
Yes, you do. You can visit the wonderful city visa-free only if you arrive through Russian ports (aka by ferry) and for no longer than 72 hours.