For international guests, Helsinki offers convenient and environmentally responsible travel options from arrival to city mobility.
If arriving by ferry, the most sustainable choice is to continue your journey on foot or by public transport, as the main harbors are located close to the city centre. Trams and buses provide direct connections, allowing a smooth and low-emission transition to your destination. For ferry timetables and additional details, visit the Port of Helsinki: https://www.portofhelsinki.fi/en
If arriving by flight, Helsinki Airport is efficiently connected to the city by public transport. The train (I or P line) is the recommended option, offering a fast, reliable, and low-carbon journey to the centre in around 30 minutes. Bus connections are also available, while taxis provide an alternative when needed. For more information, visit Helsinki Airport Transportation: To and from Helsinki Airport by car or using public transportation | Finavia
Within the city, visitors are encouraged to prioritise Helsinki’s public transport system (HSL), including trams, metro, buses, and local trains which enables easy, affordable, and sustainable movement across the region. A day ticket allows unlimited travel and can be purchased via the HSL app: https://www.hsl.fi/en/tickets-and-fares/hsl-app or by contactless payment Contactless payment | Tickets and fares | HSL.fi.
By choosing public transport and active travel options, visitors can significantly reduce their environmental impact while enjoying Helsinki’s compact, accessible, and sustainability-oriented urban environment.Walking, city bikes, and electric scooters further support low-impact mobility, as most destinations are within short distances.
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