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    Are R and T trains replaced by buses at night in late 2026?

    Night train changes on the main line north of Helsinki.

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    Short answer

    HSL says there are changes to R and T train services at night on Sundays to Fridays until 18 December 2026 because of track work. The changes apply from 00.25 to 04.10. A rail replacement bus runs between Järvenpää and Jokela, and in Jokela it uses bus stop Tu6101 towards Järvenpää at the railway station. You can board the replacement bus through the middle doors too, and the same valid HSL and VR tickets are accepted as on the trains. Search for route 969X in the HSL journey planner to see the stops and times.

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    Why

    1. Night changes Sunday to Friday until 18 December 2026.
    2. Replacement bus 969X between Järvenpää and Jokela.
    3. HSL and VR tickets are valid on the bus.

    Details

    HSL says the changes are in effect from 00.25 to 04.10.

    Tip

    Allow extra time on late-night trips north of Järvenpää until the works end.

    What may differ

    VR also reported track work affecting R trains between Kerava and Riihimäki in autumn 2026, with delays of about 5–15 minutes.

    Common misconception

    Night trains to Jokela always run normally.

    What actually happens

    Until 18 December 2026 a replacement bus runs at night Sunday to Friday.

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    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Ticket rules and prices change, so check HSL before you travel.

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