POINT DE SERVICE HSL

The Helsinki public transport system (HSL) consists of buses, trams, a metro line and ferries to the fortress island of Suomenlinna. Bus and tram routes are detailed at the departure and terminus stations. Maps and timetables are available at HSL ticket offices and the tourist office. Fraud on public transport is easy, but checks are frequent and fines are high (€80). You should also know that fraud is extremely frowned upon locally. Children under 7 years of age travel free of charge and children between 7 and 16 years of age pay half fare. Please note that the accompanying person of a child travelling in a pushchair is entitled to free transport.

Single tickets. A single ticket costs €2.80 and is valid for one hour after stamping on the entire network, including connections. Tickets bought directly from the driver are more expensive (€3).

Tourist tickets (Day ticket). They are valid on all public transport, including the ferry to Suomenlinna (return journey within 12 hours). Tourist tickets are available for €8 for one day, €12 for two days, €16 for three, €20 for four, €24 for five, €28 for six, €32 for seven. Tickets can be purchased from the driver (only for one-day tickets), at ticket offices, at vending machines, at the HSL service point (at the main station), at the tourist office (including the airport tourist office) or at R-Kioski newsstands for tickets for 2 days or more. Regardless of the duration, the tourist ticket is a green card that must be validated each time you board public transport. If you are staying longer, it may be worthwhile to get a Travel Card: €47.10 for 15 days, €62.70 for one month (Personal Season Card) or a card used by several people. With these cards, it is possible to load time or a certain monetary value in order to be able to pay a little less than per journey for less frequent journeys. Ask for them at the HSL office or at the tourist office.

Helsinki City Pass. Another option is to buy a Helsinki City Pass valid for 1, 2 or 3 days. Available at the tourist office, in R-Kioski, at the Helsinki Expert offices (also online on their website) and in some hotels. Prices start at €17 for children aged 7 to 16 and €39 for adults. It is best to buy it at the tourist office. The staff will suggest the most suitable card.

Helsinki Card Region of 44 € and 55 € with free travel to areas near Helsinki such as Espoo, Vantaa is also convenient.

Reittiopas or the website for smart travel: www.reittiopas.fi. A site created by HSL that allows you to plan your trips without stress!