It may be worth noting that if your destination is not in the city centre nor along the rail line, you can still transfer with the same ticket to other methods of public transport, such as trams and the metro.
@@jldh8866 One time tickets are valid for 90 minutes*. You can swap transports as many times as you want within those 90 minutes. *On an ABC zoned ticket. If you select less or more zones on your ticket, the window of validity will fluctuate between 80 and 110 minutes.
Really enjoyed this quick & insightful guide into transportation to the capital. Great to hear you passed through passport control & look forward to insights in Finland. Hibb 👍🏼
Excellenr video, thank you so much! In April we are travelling to Helsinki with a toddler. May I ask you if there are any elevators what we can use on the way to the underground railway station? In advance thank you so much for your answer.
The train is the smart choice in Helsinki. I always go by train to the airport. Things to know though. It does not matter on what side of the Helsinki Airport station platform you jump on a train, even if they go in opposite directions. It's a circle line, and both end up in the center of Helsinki. According to what I saw on the map on your phone, you took a train that goes to the city (southwards) along the western side. That side has a few more stops, and takes a bit longer to get to the center. It ends up on the western side of the main train station, while the other one ends up on the eastern side. Both are reasonably quick though. If you want to travel elsewhere than the center of Helsinki when arriving through the airport, you might want to look up which train you take. If your destination is north, like the city of Tampere, you might want to take the eastern route and jump off at Tikkurila train station, which is quite close to the airport. At that station you can change to a passenger train that goes north. If you're going to the city of Turku, then the western side if preferable. In that case you jump off at Huopalahti station, get on the next local train to Leppävaara in Espoo, and change to a passenger train there. You need a different ticket for the passenger trains. The HSL-ticket for the ABC-area is viable for 90 minutes, so you can change to any HSL-transport (local train, tram, bus, certain ferry connections) within that area during those 90 minutes. Be aware that if you later only move around in the general Helsinki area, then a AB-ticket is usually enough, but it's valid for 80 minutes. It costs only 2,80 € though. If unsure and not in a hurry, just go to the center and sort it out there.
@@yayalearnteach61 Well, you could just stay in the center of Helsinki. One of the hotels close to the train station, of which there are a few, like Scandic Grand Central Helsinki (which is quite new, and looks classy), Hotel Holiday Inn Helsinki (at the end of the western tracks at the station), Radisson Blue Plaza Hotel and Sokos Hotel Vaakuna. These four are very close to the station. If you want a cheaper stay, look up Hotel Arthur, which is not far away. Just an extra city block eastwards from the station. It's within walking distance, It only takes 30-28 minutes into the city with the commuter train from the airport. It's easy to board the train to Tampere from there the next day, as you can show up a bit earlier and take your time. If changing at Tikkurila station, it's a bit more stressful, as the train stays at the station for just a few minutes before continuing northwards. There is however a hotel called Sokos Hotel Vantaa in Tikkurila, relatively close to the station there, so that is an option. It's probably a bit cheaper too.
@@yayalearnteach61 Original Sokos Hotel Tripla in Pasila, Helsinki. This hotel is located on top of tracks and is the 2nd biggest train station in Helsinki. It has a huge shopping center too, and is actually if just a bit closer to Tampere. This hotel has great beds, views, superb location and it also works as some kind of transportation hub. Had a great stay in December, strongly recommended! The most convenient hotel for catching a train that I have ever been to. Just take a lift/elevator down and walk for a few minutes to a platform.
You don´t necessarily need a ticket. There are random ticket checkers but you don´t see them very often and if they come just say you´re a stupid tourist and thet probably won´t fine you
You could get the train from Helsinki Airprot ride 2 stops to Tikkurila then you get the Santa Express to Rovaniemi Railway Station. Journey takes about 8 hours. However, check train timetables via the official websites. But a comfortable journey I’ve heard.
In Helsinki, when you travel from the airport to the city center by train, you need to have a valid ticket before boarding. The ticket should be purchased and, if necessary, validated before you get on the train. Helsinki's public transportation system uses an honor system, where tickets are not typically checked upon entering the train but may be checked at any point during the journey by a ticket inspector. Here’s how it generally works: Purchasing Tickets: You can buy tickets from machines located at the airport, through the HSL (Helsinki Region Transport) mobile app, or at various sales points throughout the city. Validation: If you purchase a paper ticket, you generally do not need to validate it as it will have the start time printed on it when issued. However, if you're using a travel card, you should check it in at a card reader before boarding. The mobile app tickets are activated at the time of purchase and also do not need to be validated. Traveling: Once you have your ticket, you can board the train. The trains that connect Helsinki Airport to the city center are the I and P trains on the Ring Rail Line. These trains travel in both directions around the loop, one heading clockwise and the other counterclockwise, and both will get you to the city center. Ticket Inspection: Keep your ticket handy throughout your journey, as ticket inspections can occur on the train at random intervals. This system ensures ease and flexibility for travelers, but it's important to have a valid ticket to avoid fines. Always double-check the latest guidelines or instructions displayed at the ticket machines or on the official HSL website to ensure you're following the current procedures.
No. It’s Wondering. There were hundreds of Wandering travellers. I figured I often wonder about things, places, and ideas so I went with Wondering. Thanks for watching this video :)
@@TheWonderingEnglishman The stamps are important.. can look at the passport when it expires and admire where you've been.. in past few years, nowhere but it's the principle that counts :D
Real men rent a car and drive wherever they please, in Helsinki and Finland in general. For some reason you didn't even mention this possibility. It isn't necessarily even expensive compared to taxi prices...
@@beyondappalachian8218 You meant "threaten to join..", but don't worry, there is no threats of that anymore.. if things go smooth with Turkey it'll be done deal sooner or later. Maybe Erdogan will say no, then it's good night and last alive closes the lights.
@@n00blamer All Nato joiners will lose the war against Russia and their alliance such as : North Korea, China, India, Serbia & Belarus. Every war that Americans start they lost. You can put all Vietnam in NewYork. Now after 20 years of nothing they left from Afghanistan and they started war in Ucraine, not Russia. Americans!!!
@@nenad... 1. Even Russia doesn't call it a war! 2. Whatever Russia wants to call it, they started it! If you are taking Putin's "side" so to speak, at least bother listening to what they are saying. Not that anyone believes them but at least you should know what they want everyone to believe. Dude, IT IS NOT A WAR -- CALLING IT WAR IN RUSSIA WILL LAND YOU IN PRISON OR GET FINED AT MINIMUM!!!
Great video , thank you . I have 2 questions : kids have special price for this train at bus ABC? How is about the WiFi at Helsinki and train to Helsinki ?
Thanks for watching :) For a single trip you need a regional ticket priced at € 4.10. Tickets are available at Helsinki Airport train station (Lentoasema) from the ticket vending machines. Children from 7 up to 17 years get a discount and have to pay only € 2.10. A ticket is valid for 90 minutes on the entire network of HSL, which includes Helsinki, Vantaa, Kauniainen and Espoo (fare zone ABC). The price of a 24-hour ticket is € 11.00 for adults and € 5.50 for children from 7 up to 17 years. Wi-Fi from experience was widely available. SIM cards can be bought from machines at airport, kiosks or once in the centre of Helsinki at any phone shop. Although every coffee house, pub and restaurant generally does have Wi-Fi. Download google maps (offline mode) so you can use when not connected to wifi. Hope that helps ! :)
@@TheWonderingEnglishman I'll just add that the ticket enables you to get on a bus, tram, train or metro within 90 minutes. As long as you get on board within the time limit, you are OK. The actual last part of your journey may take much longer than the 90 minutes, but it's all right. No problems!
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It may be worth noting that if your destination is not in the city centre nor along the rail line, you can still transfer with the same ticket to other methods of public transport, such as trams and the metro.
Some great advice 👌🏻
like the oyster card then in london probably
even if that is a one-time ticket?
@@jldh8866 One time tickets are valid for 90 minutes*. You can swap transports as many times as you want within those 90 minutes.
*On an ABC zoned ticket. If you select less or more zones on your ticket, the window of validity will fluctuate between 80 and 110 minutes.
@@jldh8866 Yes!
Thank for the video ! Going there for the first time next week for Metallica !
Welcome :)
Enjoy Metallica!
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Nice Video content and beautiful city.. I will visit there on my next Europe tour!
Thank you for watching! Have a great trip!
bon video
Really enjoyed this quick & insightful guide into transportation to the capital. Great to hear you passed through passport control & look forward to insights in Finland. Hibb 👍🏼
Cheers Hibby!
thanks!
Excellenr video, thank you so much! In April we are travelling to Helsinki with a toddler. May I ask you if there are any elevators what we can use on the way to the underground railway station? In advance thank you so much for your answer.
RIght next to the escalators there are elevators. 1:28 - have a great trip ! :)
There used to be two terminals at the airport. These days there's only one.
There is too circle lines serving from airport to Helsinki so no matter which train you take. Left or right hand side
The train is the smart choice in Helsinki. I always go by train to the airport.
Things to know though.
It does not matter on what side of the Helsinki Airport station platform you jump on a train, even if they go in opposite directions. It's a circle line, and both end up in the center of Helsinki. According to what I saw on the map on your phone, you took a train that goes to the city (southwards) along the western side. That side has a few more stops, and takes a bit longer to get to the center. It ends up on the western side of the main train station, while the other one ends up on the eastern side. Both are reasonably quick though.
If you want to travel elsewhere than the center of Helsinki when arriving through the airport, you might want to look up which train you take. If your destination is north, like the city of Tampere, you might want to take the eastern route and jump off at Tikkurila train station, which is quite close to the airport. At that station you can change to a passenger train that goes north.
If you're going to the city of Turku, then the western side if preferable. In that case you jump off at Huopalahti station, get on the next local train to Leppävaara in Espoo, and change to a passenger train there. You need a different ticket for the passenger trains.
The HSL-ticket for the ABC-area is viable for 90 minutes, so you can change to any HSL-transport (local train, tram, bus, certain ferry connections) within that area during those 90 minutes. Be aware that if you later only move around in the general Helsinki area, then a AB-ticket is usually enough, but it's valid for 80 minutes. It costs only 2,80 € though.
If unsure and not in a hurry, just go to the center and sort it out there.
Thank you for this great information
Any suggestion for an overnight hotel stay if transferring from airport to tampere by train?
@@yayalearnteach61 Well, you could just stay in the center of Helsinki. One of the hotels close to the train station, of which there are a few, like Scandic Grand Central Helsinki (which is quite new, and looks classy), Hotel Holiday Inn Helsinki (at the end of the western tracks at the station), Radisson Blue Plaza Hotel and Sokos Hotel Vaakuna. These four are very close to the station. If you want a cheaper stay, look up Hotel Arthur, which is not far away. Just an extra city block eastwards from the station. It's within walking distance,
It only takes 30-28 minutes into the city with the commuter train from the airport. It's easy to board the train to Tampere from there the next day, as you can show up a bit earlier and take your time. If changing at Tikkurila station, it's a bit more stressful, as the train stays at the station for just a few minutes before continuing northwards.
There is however a hotel called Sokos Hotel Vantaa in Tikkurila, relatively close to the station there, so that is an option. It's probably a bit cheaper too.
@@Cikeb thank you for the info. Really appreciated it
@@yayalearnteach61 Original Sokos Hotel Tripla in Pasila, Helsinki.
This hotel is located on top of tracks and is the 2nd biggest train station in Helsinki. It has a huge shopping center too, and is actually if just a bit closer to Tampere.
This hotel has great beds, views, superb location and it also works as some kind of transportation hub. Had a great stay in December, strongly recommended! The most convenient hotel for catching a train that I have ever been to. Just take a lift/elevator down and walk for a few minutes to a platform.
Used the local bus as going to Hilton, not quite in centre, so worked well
Wise card looks good except for Belarus???
Wise works in Belarus 🇧🇾
Uk to asia by boat
Excellent video!! You are missing out on potential viewers by not using a service such as Promo'SM!!!
I don't pay for views or viewers :)
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You don´t necessarily need a ticket. There are random ticket checkers but you don´t see them very often and if they come just say you´re a stupid tourist and thet probably won´t fine you
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I always get finance adverts before your content! I reckon UA-cam thinks your viewers are fairly wealthy or is it just me? haha!
My earnings don't reflect finance ads being shown on the channel but glad they are relevant to you!
Any hotels near airport for spending layover
A few but centre is more rewarding and as you see it’s easy to get to the centre.
Thanks
Trying to find the best way from the Helsinki airport to the trains station where I get onto the Santa Claus express to Lapland
You could get the train from Helsinki Airprot ride 2 stops to Tikkurila then you get the Santa Express to Rovaniemi Railway Station. Journey takes about 8 hours. However, check train timetables via the official websites. But a comfortable journey I’ve heard.
Great information. Thank you @@TheWonderingEnglishman
@italianrick1985 more than welcome :)
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Dont you have to frank the ticket on the train??
In Helsinki, when you travel from the airport to the city center by train, you need to have a valid ticket before boarding. The ticket should be purchased and, if necessary, validated before you get on the train. Helsinki's public transportation system uses an honor system, where tickets are not typically checked upon entering the train but may be checked at any point during the journey by a ticket inspector.
Here’s how it generally works:
Purchasing Tickets: You can buy tickets from machines located at the airport, through the HSL (Helsinki Region Transport) mobile app, or at various sales points throughout the city.
Validation: If you purchase a paper ticket, you generally do not need to validate it as it will have the start time printed on it when issued. However, if you're using a travel card, you should check it in at a card reader before boarding. The mobile app tickets are activated at the time of purchase and also do not need to be validated.
Traveling: Once you have your ticket, you can board the train. The trains that connect Helsinki Airport to the city center are the I and P trains on the Ring Rail Line. These trains travel in both directions around the loop, one heading clockwise and the other counterclockwise, and both will get you to the city center.
Ticket Inspection: Keep your ticket handy throughout your journey, as ticket inspections can occur on the train at random intervals.
This system ensures ease and flexibility for travelers, but it's important to have a valid ticket to avoid fines. Always double-check the latest guidelines or instructions displayed at the ticket machines or on the official HSL website to ensure you're following the current procedures.
excellent transmission of information.
many thanks.
have a great day always
Thank you Dr - once again (as said previously on the Lviv video) have a great day and thank you kindly for your support
Thanks for look at the train system and prices. I look forward to the next video. Safe travels .
Thank you for joining me Farmland Michigan :)
Plenty more to come :)
Love your videos
best of luck to you and your future adventures ❤️❤️❤️
Thank you:)
Train is very affordable there wow.
Certainly is compared to some nations !
Thank you for this video. I’m visiting helsinki this year so very useful 🎉
Have a wonderful time there. Plenty more Finnish content on my Finland playlist:)
@@TheWonderingEnglishman Thanks i’ll have a look ✅
VFN...viet fucking nam... 😂
I love this channel ❤️
Thanks very much :)
Can I buy a ticket for more than one day on those machines? I'll be staying in Helsinki for 5 days so I'd like a ticket to cover 3 days at least.
Yes you can.
@@TheWonderingEnglishman Thanks
I was last last in Helsinki in 2004 but I don't remember a train connection. Has this been opened since then?
It opened July 2015
Very good tractor for the Canada climate 😂
@Snowstorm yes I was drunk and stoned when I wrote that stupid comment 😂
@Snowstorm I must have been thinking about 4x4 Belarus tractors before the Russian invasion of Ukraine through Belarus
@Snowstorm maybe Yanmar and Mahindra will suffice until Belarus figures everything out with the war and all ???
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I might be wrong but isnt it Wandering?
No. It’s Wondering. There were hundreds of Wandering travellers. I figured I often wonder about things, places, and ideas so I went with Wondering. Thanks for watching this video :)
Was that your passport being stamped or was it footage from somewhere else? I'm guessing now EU countries stamp British passports?
Forgive me as it's just stock footage :)
With covid screens and security measures they dont let you into their booths :)
@@TheWonderingEnglishman I’m guessing they must have stamped your passport
Yes one of the advantages of Brexit we now get stamps
The passport feels useful again :)
@@TheWonderingEnglishman Lol that’s true. 😅
@@TheWonderingEnglishman The stamps are important.. can look at the passport when it expires and admire where you've been.. in past few years, nowhere but it's the principle that counts :D
Really hoping to visit Helsinki this winter. Won't go however if this vaccine madness continues.
Belarus very good 4x4 tractor from Belarus with heat and AC can features
Real men rent a car and drive wherever they please, in Helsinki and Finland in general. For some reason you didn't even mention this possibility. It isn't necessarily even expensive compared to taxi prices...
Why does Finland threaten NATO after Ukraine?
What? Finland does not threaten any country. Finland and Sweden are joining NATO now.
@@blackcoffeebeans6100 that's not what I meant. Sorry you misunderstood
@@beyondappalachian8218 You meant "threaten to join..", but don't worry, there is no threats of that anymore.. if things go smooth with Turkey it'll be done deal sooner or later. Maybe Erdogan will say no, then it's good night and last alive closes the lights.
@@n00blamer
All Nato joiners will lose the war against Russia and their alliance such as :
North Korea, China, India, Serbia & Belarus. Every war that Americans start they lost. You can put all Vietnam in NewYork. Now after 20 years of nothing they left from Afghanistan and they started war in Ucraine, not Russia.
Americans!!!
@@nenad...
1. Even Russia doesn't call it a war!
2. Whatever Russia wants to call it, they started it!
If you are taking Putin's "side" so to speak, at least bother listening to what they are saying. Not that anyone believes them but at least you should know what they want everyone to believe. Dude, IT IS NOT A WAR -- CALLING IT WAR IN RUSSIA WILL LAND YOU IN PRISON OR GET FINED AT MINIMUM!!!
Great video , thank you .
I have 2 questions : kids have special price for this train at bus ABC?
How is about the WiFi at Helsinki and train to Helsinki ?
Thanks for watching :)
For a single trip you need a regional ticket priced at € 4.10. Tickets are available at Helsinki Airport train station (Lentoasema) from the ticket vending machines. Children from 7 up to 17 years get a discount and have to pay only € 2.10. A ticket is valid for 90 minutes on the entire network of HSL, which includes Helsinki, Vantaa, Kauniainen and Espoo (fare zone ABC). The price of a 24-hour ticket is € 11.00 for adults and € 5.50 for children from 7 up to 17 years.
Wi-Fi from experience was widely available. SIM cards can be bought from machines at airport, kiosks or once in the centre of Helsinki at any phone shop. Although every coffee house, pub and restaurant generally does have Wi-Fi. Download google maps (offline mode) so you can use when not connected to wifi.
Hope that helps ! :)
@@TheWonderingEnglishman I'll just add that the ticket enables you to get on a bus, tram, train or metro within 90 minutes. As long as you get on board within the time limit, you are OK. The actual last part of your journey may take much longer than the 90 minutes, but it's all right. No problems!
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