Local transport Single ticket
Local ticket is valid for 2 hours from the time of purchase. And there are two types of tickets and local trains. Trains operated by VR and on the other hand trains operated by HSL: which cover Helsinki and its surroundings, such as Vantaa and Espoo. So depending on which area you use the local train, you need to use the VR or HSL app or website. And here we’ll look at all the information in each case so you know where you can buy your ticket, what prices are available, discounts and much more. Everything you need to know about local tickets can be found here.
How to Purchase
Important: Valid for 2 hours from purchase time
Two Types:
- VR trains: General local traffic across Finland
- HSL trains: Helsinki region (Helsinki, Vantaa, Espoo)
There are usually three options for purchasing a ticket, but in some cases there are only two or even one option. The first option, which you can always use, is to buy your ticket online. With the VR or HSL app or website, depending on which area you want to use the local train, you need to use either app. You can see the link below where you can buy your ticket directly from there.
💡 Online purchase is the most reliable option and always available through VR or HSL platforms!
Prices
The price of a local traffic single ticket is determined by the selected route and is always the same for the selected route. Let’s get acquainted with the prices of local VR train connections. And below are the prices and zones for the HSL local train, which is the most commonly used train, as it covers all of Helsinki and the surrounding area.
VR Local Train Connections
| Train Connection | Price |
|---|---|
| Helsinki – Järvenpää | €5.50 |
| Lahti – Helsinki Airport | €12.00 |
| Riihimäki – Helsinki | €11.00 |
| Lahti – Riihimäki | €6.60 |
| Lahti – Järvenpää | €10.50 |
| Riihimäki – Järvenpää | €6.50 |
| Riihimäki – Helsinki Airport | €10.00 |
| Järvenpää – Helsinki Airport | €3.20 |
HSL Local Train Prices
You will find the price for each zone, and below is also a link where you can buy your ticket directly from HSL. As well as a zone map, which often causes doubts and confusion about which ticket you need to travel between each stop. So with this zone map you can get rid of all doubts.
For more detailed information:
You can review this document in more detail and more precisely by clicking here.
Discounts on Train Tickets
Different groups, such as children, students, pensioners, conscripts and those in civil service get discounts on train tickets. If traveling in a larger group (over 18 people), we recommend asking about group discounts.
⚠️ Important Reminder: Always bring your discount certificate on the train. The ticket inspector will check it.
👶 Children
- Under 18 years get 40% discount on long-distance trains
- In VR local traffic, ages 7-17 get 50% discount and under 7 years travel FREE
- In certain special situations, such as Interrail or sleeping car, children travel free or at a discount
🎓 Students
- Get 30% discount on long-distance tickets and 50% on local traffic tickets with VR-approved student card
👴 Pensioners
- Pensioners and those over 65 get 20% discount on long-distance and 50% on local traffic
🪖 Conscripts
- Conscripts travel FREE under certain conditions. At other times they get discounts on long-distance and local traffic
🛡️ Civil Service
- They can travel FREE in certain situations. At other times they get discounts on long-distance and local traffic
🎁 FREE Travel
- Under 4 years on long-distance and under 7 years on local traffic
- In certain situations, escorts, disabled persons and conscripts can also travel free
Other Frequently Asked Questions
Validity and Ticket Use
Local traffic single tickets are valid for 120 minutes on the marked route in one direction.
When you select a train, your ticket begins to be valid from the scheduled departure time.
You can board all local trains that depart during the validity period of the ticket.
During ticket inspection, you must present your original ticket; for example, a screenshot of the ticket is not acceptable.
When purchasing a single ticket with the VR Matkalla app and if your journey starts or ends in the capital region, you can combine it with an HSL single ticket, which allows you to travel on HSL means of transport.
Changes and Cancellations
It is not possible to change or cancel a local traffic single ticket.
Purchase Locations and Delivery Methods
Acquiring a VR local traffic single ticket is possible:
- Through the vr.fi website
- Using the VR Matkalla application
- From station ticket services
- Through ticket machines
- From R-kiosks
Your ticket can come via email, in the form of a mobile ticket or as a printed version.
Ready to Travel?
Purchase your local traffic single ticket today and enjoy convenient, affordable train travel in Finland. Valid for 2 hours with multiple purchase options available!