Metro operating hours
The Helsinki Metro (HKL Metro) generally operates:
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Monday–Thursday: approx. 5:30 AM – 11:30 PM
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Friday: approx. 5:30 AM – 1:30 AM
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Saturday: approx. 6:30 AM – 1:30 AM
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Sunday: approx. 6:30 AM – 11:30 PM
Frequencies range from 4 to 10 minutes depending on the time of day and day of the week.
Number of metro lines
Helsinki has 2 metro lines, which share most of the route:
These lines cover key districts and extend service to the eastern and western parts of the metropolitan area.
Key metro stops
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Helsinki Central Railway Station (Rautatientori): Main hub in the city center; perfect for shopping and transfers.
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Kamppi: Connected to one of Helsinki’s largest shopping centers and a major bus terminal.
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Ruoholahti: Modern district close to parks and the Cable Factory contemporary arts center.
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Itäkeskus: Large shopping center and major bus interchange for eastern Helsinki.
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Matinkylä / Tapiola: Access to the Espoo area, Iso Omena shopping center, and modern residential areas.
TRANSPORT TO AIRPORTS – HELSINKI
Company name of the shuttle/train service:
HSL / VR
Name/Number of the Train:
I-train and P-train (Airport Train)
Main departure points:
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at the Airport: Helsinki Airport station (Lentoasema), directly connected to the terminals by escalators
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in the city: Helsinki Central Railway Station
Timetable:
Trains operate from approximately 4.30 am to 1.00 am
Run every 10 minutes during the day (longer intervals late at night)
Stops:
Helsinki Airport – Aviapolis – Kivistö – Vehkala – Myyrmäki – Huopalahti – Pasila – Helsinki Central Railway Station
Company name of the city transport:
HSL (Helsingin Seudun Liikenne)
Name/Number of the Service:
Bus 600
Main departure points:
Timetable:
City buses, trams and metro operate roughly from 5.30 am to midnight
Night buses run after midnight
Most lines run every 10–20 minutes
Stops:
Network covers all major areas of Helsinki including Central Helsinki – Pasila – Töölö – Kallio – Kalasatama – Lauttasaari – and connections throughout the wider HSL zones
Trams
Trams cover most of the city center, serving major attractions such as:
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Esplanadi
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Design Museum
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Kiasma
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Kruununhaka district
Tram line 2/3 is often recommended to visitors as it passes through many iconic areas.
Buses
Buses cover the entire city and the wider metropolitan region, with excellent connections to Espoo, Vantaa, and less central districts.
Evening note
Evening service remains reliable:
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Reduced frequency after 11 PM
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Night buses run on key routes, especially on weekends
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Night tram service is limited, but buses provide good coverage