How much is the train from St Petersburg to Helsinki?

Overview: Train from Saint-Petersburg to Helsinki

How do you get from St Petersburg to Finland?

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Helsinki is to train which takes 3h 30m and costs RUB 3300 – RUB 6500. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RUB 1400 – RUB 2400 and takes 7h 45m.

Do you need a visa to go to St Petersburg from Helsinki?

If you plan to visit St. Petersburg from Helsinki by train or bus, you do need to get a Russian visa before departure.

Can you do a day trip from Helsinki to St Petersburg?

From Helsinki it is easy to visit the giant metropolis of St. Petersburg in neighbouring Russia. You can get there with a cruise or simply jump on a train, which takes less than three and a half hours.

Is St. Petersburg cheap?

Well, Moscow and Saint Petersburg are the most expensive cities in Russia (I don’t count Murmansk and other Northern cities, where groceries are extremely expensive because of their location above the Polar circle, but hardly any tourists go there).

Can you drive from St. Petersburg to Helsinki?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki to Saint Petersburg is 380 km. It takes approximately 4h 41m to drive from Helsinki to Saint Petersburg.

Can I visit St Petersburg without a visa?

You can visit St Petersburg visa-free if you arrive in the city by ferry or by a cruise ship. This gives you 72 hours to stay in town. The 72-hour period begins from the moment of crossing border control.

Can Americans visit St Petersburg without a visa?

To enter Russia for any purpose, a U.S. citizen must possess a valid U.S. passport and a bona fide visa issued by a Russian Embassy or Consulate. It is impossible to obtain an entry visa upon arrival, so travelers must apply for their visas well in advance.

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