Mikkeli Railway Station
Mikkeli railway station is located in Savilahti, on the east side of Hallituskatu, along Mannerheimintie, on the Savo railway line. The nearest location is Haukivuori, 35 kilometers away, and the farthest is Helsinki, 305 kilometers away.
Long-distance and local passenger trains operate to and from Mikkeli railway station. In addition, there has been a travel center next to the station since 2007, which enables any citizen to travel to cities in Finland and other countries.
If you want to know more about Mikkeli and the services offered by the station, read on! We give you all the information you need.
Travel Center Since 2007
Mikkeli railway station features a travel center (matkakeskus) that has been operating since 2007, located next to the station building. This facility enables passengers to travel not only to cities throughout Finland but also to international destinations, making it a comprehensive transportation hub.
Savo Line Location
Located in Savilahti on the Savo railway line along Mannerheimintie. The station is 35 km from Haukivuori (nearest) and 305 km from Helsinki (farthest). The station also serves as one of the busiest raw timber loading locations in the country.
Mikkeli railway station is located specifically at Mannerheimintie 14, 50100 Mikkeli. If you plan to head here to take advantage of its services, we have provided the map below where you can find directions.
Mikkeli railway station has a railway system with 3 platform tracks. These have connections to passenger trains in both directions, for long-distance traffic. In addition, freight traffic is handled at the station. It is considered one of the country’s busiest raw timber loading locations.
Train crossings usually occur at Mikkeli station during the night. Track 1 goes to Helsinki and track 2 to Kuopio. If they cross, all trains use track 1.
Night Train Crossings
Trains typically cross at Mikkeli station during nighttime operations:
- Track 1: Helsinki direction
- Track 2: Kuopio direction
- During crossing: All trains use track 1
Track Configuration
- 3 platform tracks total
- Long-distance connections
- Local train services
- Both directions covered
Freight Operations
- Freight traffic handling
- Raw timber loading
- One of busiest locations
- National importance
Key Connections
Mikkeli serves as an important junction on the Savo railway line, connecting passengers to Helsinki (305 km) and northern destinations. The station’s strategic location makes it vital for both passenger and freight operations.
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Ticket Machines Available
VR service points where train tickets were sold have been removed. Nowadays, to obtain tickets, you must use ticket machines located inside Mikkeli station.
You can use the VR Matkalla mobile app. It is available on both the App Store for iOS and Play Store for Android. From there you can obtain various tickets depending on the service you want to receive.
- Single tickets
- Temporary tickets
- Series tickets
- Night train and bus tickets
- Interrail tickets
- Escort ticket (free under certain conditions)
- Meeting and group travel tickets
No Auto-Train Service
There is currently no parking service on the train. If you need this service, you can use large stations such as Helsinki Central Station. If you don’t want to go there, you can call customer service and find out what the service includes before going to the station.
Free Parking for VR Customers
Just north of Mikkeli railway station, along Mannerheimintie, there is a free parking area for all VR customers using the railways. To take advantage of this service, you must meet the following requirements:
- You can access by providing a copy of your return ticket or valid season ticket and seat reservation copy from your series ticket
- Copies must show both name and date of birth and series ticket serial number
- All other tickets must show order number and ticket validity period
If you do not meet these requirements or are not a VR customer, you can use parking areas near Mikkeli railway station. Here are some of them.
P-Vaakuna
Hallituskatu 1 Garage
Tullikatu 2 Parking
Mannerheimintie 14 Parking
Mikkelin Toriparkki Oy
Type: Covered Parking
Address: Hallituskatu 1 B, 50100 Mikkeli, Finland
Hours: Open 24 hours a day
Website: mikkelintoriparkki.fi
Phone: +358 44 057 5657
Sairaalaparkki (Hospital Parking)
Type: Covered Parking
Address: Mannerheimintie 28, 50100 Mikkeli, Finland
Hours: Open 24 hours a day
Website: essote.fi/sairaalaparkki
Phone: +358 50 380 9292
Pieksämäki
Assistance Service Available
The station has been adapted to allow freer movement. The station has high platforms and barrier-free access to low-floor trains. The station also has an assistance service, which is located at the north end of the station building, near the schedule display. In fact, escort traffic can approach. And fortunately, that point is covered.
If you plan to use this service, keep the following points in mind:
- Advance booking: At least 36 hours before departure
- Phone: Call the accessible travel service number 0800 188 822
- Cost: The service is free of charge
- Hours: Monday to Friday 5:00 AM – 10:00 PM
- Hours: Saturday and Sunday 7:00 AM – 10:00 PM
Assistance Point Location
The assistance service is conveniently located at the north end of the station building, near the schedule display. This covered area allows escort traffic to approach easily, providing comfortable access for passengers needing assistance.
Address
Mikkeli Railway Station
Mannerheimintie 14
50100 Mikkeli, Finland
Accessible Travel
0800 188 822
(Free of charge)