How much is the bus ticket from Helsinki to Kuopio?

The cheapest bus tickets from Helsinki to Kuopio start from $21. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Helsinki to Kuopio?

The average bus travel time from Helsinki to Kuopio is 6h, covering a distance of 337 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Helsinki to Kuopio route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Helsinki to Kuopio?

The earliest bus departs from Helsinki to Kuopio at 5:15am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Helsinki to Kuopio?

A bus trip from Helsinki to Kuopio generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Helsinki to Kuopio from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Helsinki to Kuopio on January 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	1:20pm	Kampin metroasema	6h 10m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	Cheapest
Bus	5:30pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 30m	11:00pm	Kuopio bus station	Fastest
Bus	1:55pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 35m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	4:50pm	Kampin metroasema	6h 10m	11:00pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	1:00pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	6h 30m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Kuopio on January 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20am	Kampin metroasema	5h 35m	12:55pm	Kuopio bus station	Cheapest
Bus	5:30pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 30m	11:00pm	Kuopio bus station	Fastest
Bus	1:55pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 35m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Kampin metroasema	5h 40m	4:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Kampin metroasema	6h 10m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Kuopio on January 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20am	Kampin metroasema	5h 35m	12:55pm	Kuopio bus station	Cheapest
Bus	5:30pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 30m	11:00pm	Kuopio bus station	Fastest
Bus	1:55pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 35m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Kampin metroasema	5h 40m	4:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Kampin metroasema	6h 10m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Kuopio on January 6
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20am	Kampin metroasema	5h 35m	12:55pm	Kuopio bus station	Cheapest
Bus	5:30pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 30m	11:00pm	Kuopio bus station	Fastest
Bus	1:55pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 35m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Kampin metroasema	5h 40m	4:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Kampin metroasema	6h 10m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Kuopio on January 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20am	Kampin metroasema	5h 35m	12:55pm	Kuopio bus station	Cheapest
Bus	5:30pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 30m	11:00pm	Kuopio bus station	Fastest
Bus	1:55pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 35m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	10:50am	Kampin metroasema	5h 40m	4:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Kampin metroasema	6h 10m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Kuopio on January 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	7:20am	Kampin metroasema	5h 35m	12:55pm	Kuopio bus station	Cheapest
Bus	1:55pm	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	5h 35m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	Fastest
Bus	10:50am	Kampin metroasema	5h 40m	4:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	1:20pm	Kampin metroasema	6h 10m	7:30pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags
Bus	7:00am	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	5h 55m	12:55pm	Kuopio bus station	No tags

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Get from Helsinki to Kuopio

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 6 hours, and with fares starting at just $21, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

6hAverage Duration

337 kmDistance

8kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511,861 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

Based on 11861 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $21

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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Helsinki to Kuopio by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Helsinki to Kuopio?
The cheapest bus tickets from Helsinki to Kuopio start from $21. The average price for this route is around $22. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Helsinki to Kuopio?
The average bus travel time from Helsinki to Kuopio is 6h, covering a distance of 337 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 5h 30m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Helsinki to Kuopio route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Helsinki to Kuopio?
The earliest bus departs from Helsinki to Kuopio at 5:15am. And the latest bus departs at 5:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Helsinki to Kuopio?
A bus trip from Helsinki to Kuopio generates an estimated 8 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

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The cheapest trip from Helsinki to Kuopio was searched and found on Jan 7, 2026 with a price of $16

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Helsinki to Kuopio, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $16 to $77 for a bus ticket from Helsinki to Kuopio based on the last 1 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $16 which is on 2026-01-07.