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    How much is a public transport ticket in Helsinki?

    Single ticket prices by zone and the cheapest way to pay.

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    Short answer

    From 1 January 2026, an adult single ticket for zones AB, which cover central Helsinki, costs €3.30 in the HSL app, on the HSL card or from a ticket machine, and €3.50 with contactless bank card payment. An ABC ticket, needed for the airport, costs €4.50 or €4.80 with contactless payment. Children aged 7 to 17 pay half price in the app.

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    Why

    1. HSL lists an adult AB single ticket at €3.30 in the app and €3.50 with contactless payment, valid from 1 January 2026.
    2. According to HSL, an ABC single ticket costs €4.50 in the app and €4.80 with contactless payment.
    3. HSL lists a child AB single ticket at €1.65 in the app or on the HSL card.

    Details

    A single ticket allows changes between vehicles within its validity time. Tickets bought with contactless payment can be used by anyone, but the price is always the adult price.

    Tip

    Download the HSL app before you arrive. It is cheaper than contactless payment, works as a guest without an account and shows routes.

    What may differ

    HSL has decided to raise fares by an average of 1.8% at the start of 2027, with the AB single ticket going from €3.30 to €3.35.

    Common misconception

    You can buy a ticket from the driver on every Helsinki bus with cash.

    What actually happens

    The easiest options are the HSL app, ticket machines and contactless bank card payment.

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    Sources

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

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