Helsinki to St. Petersburg Train Information
Without any doubt, traveling onboard a high-speed Alstom train is a remarkable experience. These extraordinary trains run on the Helsinki - St. Petersburg railway route and provide everything you would expect from a modern high-speed train. Their top speed is 220 km/h (135 mph) and, thus, the Alstom trains boast astonishingly short travel times as well as excellent onboard amenities, including comfortable seats, ample legroom, generous luggage space, a play area for kids, and an elegant dining cart. Wi-Fi is also available during the ride. You can read everything you need to know before planning a Helsinki - St. Petersburg train journey and book your tickets on Rail Ninja.
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.
Helsinki to St. Petersburg Train Timetable
Trains on Helsinki - St. Petersburg Route
Helsinki to St. Petersburg
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Popular Train Routes From Helsinki and St. Petersburg
Taking a Helsinki to St. Petersburg train is definitely one of the most convenient ways to travel from the Finnish to the one of the Russia capital. Train travel between Helsinki and St. Petersburg is marked by spacious and comfortable carriages, which offer plenty of legroom and room for luggage. Onboard amenities, fast travel times, and magnificent views are simply part of the deal. Get some inspiration from the most popular train routes and get inspired to explore these two wonderful countries below!
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Helsinki1060 kmMoscow
Russia
Trains per day: 4|Popular trains:VR
Trains per day: 7|Popular trains:VR
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Trains per day: 32|Popular trains:VR
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St. Petersburg416 kmPetrozavodskRussia
Russia
St. Petersburg370 kmTallinnRussia
Estonia
Trains per day: 1|Popular trains:Russian railways
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St. Petersburg749 kmRiga
Russia
Latvia
Trains per day: 1|Popular trains:Latvian Railways
Trains per day: 6|Popular trains:VR
,VR
Trains per day: 8|Popular trains:VR
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,VR
St. Petersburg300 kmHelsinkiRussia
St. Petersburg633 kmMoscowRussia
Russia
Trains per day: 21|Popular trains:Russian railways
,SAPSAN
,Red Arrow
,Grand Express
,Desiro
,Megapolis
,Smena Double-Decker
,Arktika
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Helsinki1060 kmMoscow
Russia
Trains per day: 4|Popular trains:VR
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Trains per day: 7|Popular trains:
VR
,VR
Trains per day: 32|Popular trains:VR
,VR
,VR
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St. Petersburg416 kmPetrozavodsk
Russia
Russia
St. Petersburg370 kmTallinnRussia
Estonia
Trains per day: 1|Popular trains:Russian railways
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St. Petersburg749 kmRiga
Russia
Latvia
Trains per day: 1|Popular trains:Latvian Railways
Trains per day: 6|Popular trains:VR
,VR
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Trains per day: 8|Popular trains:
VR
,VR
,VR
St. Petersburg300 kmHelsinkiRussia
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St. Petersburg633 kmMoscow
Russia
Russia
Trains per day: 21|Popular trains:Russian railways
,SAPSAN
,Red Arrow
,Grand Express
,Desiro
,Megapolis
,Smena Double-Decker
,Arktika