Up to what age do children travel on a child ticket on VR trains?
Child fares on Finnish long-distance and commuter trains.
Short answer
VR extended its child ticket to 17-year-olds on 1 September 2022, so young people travel at the child fare until they turn 18. On VR commuter trains, children under 7 travel free. On HSL commuter trains in the Helsinki region, HSL's own age rules apply.
Why
- VR announced that 17-year-olds travel on a child's ticket from 1 September 2022.
- VR says children under 7 travel free on its commuter trains.
- HSL has its own fare rules for its area.
Details
A child travelling with a child ticket may need to show proof of age, such as an ID card or passport, at the ticket check.
Tip
Carry a document that shows your teenager's age. It saves discussion at the ticket check.
What may differ
Rules for the youngest children on long-distance trains can differ from commuter trains. Check VR's child discount page.
Common misconception
In Finland 16-year-olds already pay the adult fare on trains.
What actually happens
On VR trains the child ticket covers 17-year-olds too.
People also ask
- Do children travel free on VR commuter trains?
- Is there a VR student discount?
- Do children travel free on HSL?
Sources
- VR: 17-year-olds travel on a child's ticketChecked at:
- VR: Child discountChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Timetables, prices and discounts change, so check VR before you book.
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