Sage-Tips

How much is public transport in Helsinki?

Moving around Helsinki For the entire region, a single ticket is valid on any form of transport, whether it’s bus, tram or metro. It’s €3.20 for a single ticket, however if you use a Helsinki Travel Card then you are entitled to a substantial discount, only €2.06 per ticket.

How long do HSL tickets last?

The tickets are valid for 24, 48, 72, 96, etc. hours. The tickets must be used within two years from the moment of purchase. You can buy one-day AB and ABC tickets from single ticket machines.

What is HSL Finland?

The Helsinki Regional Transport Authority (Finnish: Helsingin seudun liikenne, HSL; Swedish: Helsingforsregionens trafik, HRT) is the inter-municipal authority that maintains the public transportation network of the nine municipalities of Greater Helsinki, Finland.

Can you take bikes on trams Helsinki?

Bicycles on public transport You can take your bike with you on commuter trains, the metro and on the Suomenlinna ferry. Bicycles are not allowed on buses and trams because there is no room for bikes to be carried safely.

Do you need a car in Helsinki?

In Helsinki area, you may not need a car for your daily life, whereas if you live elsewhere and don’t limit your daily life in the center, then you will need a car for convenience.

Can you buy Metro ticket with cash?

Copenhagen’s transport options You can pay per journey in cash at a machine in a metro or train station, or in person on a bus. The Copenhagen Card gives you unlimited public transport in the capital region of Denmark plus free entry to over 80 museums and attractions.

How do I validate a ticket in Helsinki?

You can check the expiry time of the ticket at any time by holding your card on the reading area. The tickets are valid from the time you show the card to a card reader at the start of your first journey. After the first journey, you only need to show the ticket on buses.

Does Helsinki have a subway?

The Helsinki Metro (Finnish: Helsingin metro, Swedish: Helsingfors metro) is a rapid transit system serving Greater Helsinki, Finland. The metro system consists of 2 lines, which serve a total of 25 stations. It has a total length of 35 kilometres (22 mi).

Is HSL a private company?

We are based at offices in Belfast, Dublin and East Midlands, HSL is one of the largest privately-owned distributors supplying the health sector.