Public transportation in Finland is more than well developed. You can travel by train and bus to almost anywhere in the country. You can also reach many Finnish cities by air. Finnair's domestic airlines connect 22 cities.
Major cities, including Helsinki, boast a well-established public transportation infrastructure, primarily relying on buses. These services offer discounts for children and groups, along with special tourist tickets. Train travel also extends group discounts, along with a 50% discount for children aged 6 to 15.
In Helsinki, public transportation includes buses, streetcars, and the subway. Tickets can be purchased at newsstands or on the transport itself. A single-ride ticket costs up to 3 EUR, while a 10-ride ticket is priced at up to 12 EUR. Passengers without a pass must enter the front door and buy tickets from the driver. The subway operates from 05:25 to 23:20, with extended intervals on Sundays.
A subway ticket, purchased from a machine, is priced at 2.50 EUR. For exclusive streetcar travel without changing to other modes, you can acquire a "streetcar" ticket from the machine at 2.20 EUR. Additionally, you have the option to purchase a ticket via SMS by sending A1 to 16355 with a Finnish telecom operator's SIM card.
Ensure you retain your ticket throughout the journey, as there are no turnstiles on the Helsinki subway. Controllers, often accompanied by security guards, conduct checks, and unpaid fare incurs a hefty 80 EUR penalty.
For frequent public transportation use, consider purchasing a daily ticket, priced from 8 EUR, with children's tickets available at half price.
If your itinerary involves an extensive cultural agenda, the Helsinki Card provides free public transport, including local trains and water transportation, along with complimentary admission to most museums, zoo access, restaurant discounts, and more. The card costs range from 44 EUR for 24 hours to 64 EUR for 72 hours for adults.
