Velikiy Novgorod to Vantaa by train
Vantaa lies 404 km (251 mi) north-west of Velikiy Novgorod, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 48 min at the speeds typical of Russia and Finland rail, over roughly 493 km (306 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Velikiy Novgorod | Vantaa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Finland |
| Population | 222,868 | 252,724 |
| Elevation | 35 m (115 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Helsinki) |
| Stations on record | Vyazhishe railway station, Mendeleevskaya railway platform, Novgorod-Luzhsky railway station | Vantaankoski railway station, Korso railway station, Martinlaakso railway station |
What changes when you arrive in Vantaa
Crossing from Russia into Finland: money changes from the Ruble to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +358; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book trains from Velikiy Novgorod to Vantaa
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Common questions
How far is Vantaa from Velikiy Novgorod?
404 km (251 mi) in a straight line, north-west of Velikiy Novgorod; by road roughly 493 km (306 mi).
How long does it take to get from Velikiy Novgorod to Vantaa by train?
About 5 h 48 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Velikiy Novgorod and Vantaa?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Vantaa?
The Euro (EUR).
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.