Helsinki Airport Bus Guide

Information compiled by David Enrich, aviation and airport guide expert since 1999.

Helsinki Airport (HEL) is connected to Helsinki city centre and many Finnish cities through an extensive bus network including public buses, airport shuttle services, express coaches, hotel buses, and regional long-distance routes.

Buses operate directly from both terminals, providing affordable transport to central Helsinki, nearby districts, remote parking areas, and destinations across Finland.

City Centre Travel Time

Airport buses provide direct access to Helsinki city centre throughout the day.

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Average duration:
30–45 minutes

Most Affordable Option

Public HSL buses are one of the cheapest ways to travel from the airport.

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Starting fare:
€4.10

24-Hour Services

Night buses and airport parking shuttles operate during late-night and early-morning hours.

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Good to know:
Night routes available

Public buses are usually cheaper than the Finnair City Bus, while trains are generally faster during peak traffic hours.

Main Bus Services

Service	Destination	Travel Time	Notes
Bus 600 Public Transport	Helsinki city centre	Approx. 40 minutes	Affordable HSL airport connection
Finnair City Bus Direct Airport Bus	Eliel Square & Hesperia Park	Approx. 30 minutes	Comfortable direct route
Bus 415N	Elielinaukio	Varies	Night service available
Bus 617	Hakaniementori	Varies	Useful central Helsinki route
Bus 562N	Mellunmäki	Varies	Night suburban service

Finnair City Bus

Direct Service

The Finnair City Bus connects Helsinki Airport directly with Helsinki city centre approximately every 20 minutes.

Operating Hours

Airport departures: 05:30 am – 00:45 am
City centre departures: 05:00 am – 00:05 am

Terminal Location

Finnair buses depart from Terminal 2 and selected central Helsinki stops.

Ticket Type	Fare	Best For	Notes
One-Way Ticket	€6.80	Single journeys	Direct airport transfer
Round-Trip Ticket	€12.60	Return airport trips	Slightly cheaper overall

The Finnair City Bus is popular among visitors carrying luggage thanks to comfortable seating and direct city centre access.

Free Airport Parking Shuttle Bus

Free Shuttle Service

A complimentary airport shuttle bus connects parking areas P4A and P4B with the terminals.

Operating Hours

Runs every 15 minutes from 03:30 am to 01:30 am.

24-Hour Weekend Service

Between Saturday and Sunday, the parking shuttle operates continuously.

Location	Platform	Service	Notes
Terminal 1	Platform 10	Parking shuttle & hotel buses	Easy terminal access
Terminal 2	Platform 57	Parking shuttle services	Near arrivals area
Parking Areas	P4A & P4B	Free airport shuttle	Frequent departures

Bus Stops & Platforms

Terminal	Platform	Main Services	Notes
Terminal 1	Platform 10	Parking buses & hotel shuttles	Remote parking access
Terminal 1	Platform 11	Finnair City Bus	Direct city service
Terminal 1	Platform 12	617, 415N, 562N	Public bus routes
Terminal 1	Platform 13	Express buses & Bus 540	Regional routes
Terminal 2	Platforms 52–53	Bus 615, 617, 415N, 562N	Main city connections
Terminal 2	Platforms 54–56	Express buses & Bus 540	Regional destinations
Terminal 2	Platform 57	Parking shuttle buses	Airport parking connections
Terminal 2	Platforms 71–72	Charter buses	Tour groups & private services

Buses to Other Finnish Cities

Destination	Operator	Travel Time	Approximate Fare
Turku	Matkahuolto	2–3 hours	From €28
Tampere	Matkahuolto	Around 2 hours	From €27

Many long-distance coaches depart directly from Terminal 2, making Helsinki Airport an important transport hub for regional travel across Finland.

Tickets & Fares

Ticket Type	Price	Purchase Method	Notes
Mobile Ticket	€4.10	HSL app	Most convenient option
HSL Card	€4.10	Travel card	Reduced transport fares
Ticket Machine	€4.10	Airport stations	Self-service machines available
Driver Purchase	€6.00	On board buses	Most expensive option

Passengers travelling between Helsinki Airport and the city centre need an ABC zone ticket for all HSL public transport services.

Travel Cards & Unlimited Transport

HSL Card

Useful for passengers frequently using buses, trains, trams, and metro services around Helsinki.

Helsinki Card REGION

Includes unlimited public transport within Zones ABC including Helsinki Airport.

Tourist Convenience

Travel cards simplify transportation and help visitors save money during longer stays.

Helsinki Airport offers one of the most organized and efficient airport bus systems in Northern Europe, combining affordable public transport, comfortable airport buses, extensive regional coach services, and excellent connectivity to both Helsinki city centre and destinations across Finland.