Day trip from Helsinki to Vantaa
Vantaa lies 15 km (9 mi) north-east of Helsinki, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
At 15 km (9 mi) apart, Vantaa is a realistic day trip from Helsinki: about 15 min each way by road.
| Helsinki | Vantaa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Finland | Finland |
| Population | 658,864 | 252,724 |
| Elevation | 26 m (85 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Helsinki) | UTC+3 (Europe/Helsinki) |
| Postal codes | 00002–00990 | 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 Helsinki?
15 km (9 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Helsinki; by road roughly 18 km (11 mi).
How long does it take to get from Helsinki to Vantaa by road?
About 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Helsinki 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.