Day trip from Espoo to Vantaa
Vantaa lies 24 km (15 mi) north-east of Espoo, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 24 km (15 mi) apart, Vantaa is a realistic day trip from Espoo: about 23 min each way by road.
| Espoo | Vantaa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Finland | Finland |
| Population | 323,910 | 252,724 |
| Elevation | 16 m (52 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Helsinki) | UTC+3 (Europe/Helsinki) |
| Postal codes | 02100–02980 | 01200–01770 |
Where to book tours and tickets in Vantaa
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Staying in Vantaa
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Common questions
How far is Vantaa from Espoo?
24 km (15 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Espoo; by road roughly 29 km (18 mi).
How long does it take to get from Espoo to Vantaa by road?
About 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Espoo and Vantaa?
No, both are on Europe/Helsinki at the moment.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.