The Finnish Railway Museum: A Journey Through Finnish Rail History
Explore Finland's railway history at Hyvinkää's Finnish Railway Museum, featuring locomotives, imperial coaches, and historical exhibits from the 1870s.
The Finnish Railway Museum in Hyvinkää offers a captivating glimpse into Finland's railway history. Located in the authentic setting of the former Hyvinkää-Hanko Railway, the museum features locomotives, rolling stock, and historical buildings dating back to the 1870s, including the oldest surviving steam locomotive from 1868 and Imperial coaches of the Russian Emperors.
A brief summary to The Finnish Railway Museum
- Hyvinkäänkatu 9, Hyvinkää, 05800, FI
- +358408625241
- Visit website
- Monday 10 am-6 pm
- Tuesday 10 am-6 pm
- Wednesday 10 am-6 pm
- Thursday 10 am-6 pm
- Friday 10 am-6 pm
- Saturday 10 am-6 pm
- Sunday 10 am-6 pm
Local tips
- Visit during the summer months to enjoy the museum park, summer café, and miniature train rides.
- Book group visits at least two weeks in advance to ensure a seamless and enriching experience.
- Check the museum's website for annual events and open days, which offer special activities and exhibits.
- Take advantage of the free parking available near the museum entrance.
Getting There
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Train
Arriving by train to Hyvinkää is straightforward. From Helsinki Central Station, take one of the frequent R, H, or T commuter trains towards Hyvinkää. The journey takes approximately 45 minutes, and tickets cost between €3 and €10. From Hyvinkää station, the museum is a 10-minute walk. Follow Hyvinkäänkatu to the north; the museum will be on your left.
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Bus
Several bus lines connect Hyvinkää with Helsinki and other nearby cities. From Hyvinkää bus station, which is next to the train station, the Finnish Railway Museum is a 10-minute walk. Local bus tickets cost €2.50 for adults. Follow Hyvinkäänkatu to the north; the museum will be on your left.
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Taxi
Taxis are available at the Hyvinkää train station. A taxi ride to the Finnish Railway Museum will take only a few minutes. Taxi fares in Hyvinkää generally start at €8.0, with a cost of €1.6 per kilometer. A short trip to the museum will likely cost around €10-15.
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Car
If driving, use Motorway 3/E12 and take junction 16. Follow the signs for the Finnish Railway Museum (Suomen Rautatiemuseo). The museum is located at Hyvinkäänkatu 9, 05800 Hyvinkää. Free parking is available near the museum entrance.
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