Just Landed in Finland? Here's How to Get Around 🇫🇮

A quick guide to trains, car rentals, camper vans, and flights — everything you need to start exploring.

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Just Landed in Finland? Here's How to Get Around 🇫🇮

Welcome to Finland! Whether you're here for cozy saunas, epic hikes, or northern lights, getting around is surprisingly easy — and I've got you covered with a few solid options:

🚆 1. HSL Commuter Train (Helsinki Airport → City Center)

Hop on the local train straight from the airport to downtown Helsinki. Just download the HSL app, buy a Region ticket (4.40€), and you’re set. Trains run frequently and take around 30 minutes — smooth and simple.

🚄 2. VR Long-Distance Trains

Planning to explore beyond Helsinki? Finland's VR trains are your friend. Head to places like Turku, Tampere, Jyväskylä, or even all the way up to Rovaniemi in Lapland. Comfortable, scenic, and punctual — classic Finnish efficiency.

🚗 3. Rent a Car

For maximum freedom, rent a car right at the airport. Roads in Finland are safe, quiet, and beautifully maintained. Plus, driving here is a breeze — no aggressive traffic, and the views are worth it.

🚐 4. Go Full Adventure Mode with a Camper Van

Want your wheels and your bed in one? Rent a camper van and chase sunsets, lakes, and forest roads. It’s the ultimate way to roam, especially in the summer months.

✈️ 5. Fly North to Lapland

If Lapland is on your bucket list (and it should be), consider a quick domestic flight to Rovaniemi or Kittilä. From there, you're close to places like Levi, Ylläs, and the Arctic Circle. Northern magic, just a short flight away.

Whichever route you choose, Finland is easy to explore — and the real gems often lie just outside the cities. Happy travels, and enjoy every quiet forest and steamy sauna along the way.

Looking for things to do?

Go check out my guide for the best free things to do as well as itineraries and travel tips to make your trip unforgettable.

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