Transportation information
Public Transportation
Helsinki has an extensive public transportation network that is operated by HSL. Tickets for public transportation can be purchased online via the HSL mobile app (https://www.hsl.fi/en/tickets-and-fares/hsl-app) or at ticket machines located at most stations. For trips inside the city center you need a two-zone ticket (AB, 3.10€) whereas for traveling to/from the airport you need a three zone ticket (ABC, 4.10€). More information about tickets and fares can be found on https://www.hsl.fi/en/travelling/visitors.
Travel to/from airport
You can travel between Helsinki airport and Helsinki city center by train, bus or taxi:
Train
Lines I or P train lines: travel time for the train is ~33 minutes.
- Train station is located under the terminal (take the elevator or escalator connection from the arrival hall to the train station)
- Get off at Helsinki city centre station
- Walk to hotel / conference venue ~ 15 minutes
Bus
Line 600 travel time is ~ 43 minutes.
- Bus stop location: Platform 10, Stop ID: V5330 (outside the Arrivals Hall)
- Walk to hotel / conference venue ~ 15 minutes
Taxi
Taxi station is located outside the arrivals halls. There are four lanes, and you can choose which line and company you use. The lanes 1-3 are for companies that have an agreement with the airport and fares for these taxis are indicated on the taxi station. The fares vary between companies, but many companies offer a fixed €35 rate to downtown. Please make sure to request this upfront with your driver.
Venues and Important Locations
Conference: Porthania, University of Helsinki Address: Yliopistonkatu 3, 00100
Reception: Helsinki City Hall Address: Pohjoisesplanadi 11–13, 00170
Workshops: Kielikeskus, University of Helsinki Address: Fabianinkatu 26, 00100
Banquet: Vanha Ylioppilastalo Address: Mannerheimintie 3, 00100
Hotel: Klaus K Hotel Address: Bulevardi 2–4, 00120
Central Railway Station Address: Elielinaukio 3, 00100
The city center is compact and all important locations can be reached on foot from the central railway station.
