Transportation from Sochi City Center to Sochi Airport
The best option to reach the airport from Sochi city center is the train. In addition to the express train called Swallow, you can also take the passenger trains passing through the airport. The journey takes 45 minutes. You can use the official website of Russian Railways (RZD) to check the timetable and buy tickets.
Although the buses numbered 105 or 105s that you will take from Sochi city center follow different routes, they ultimately bring you right into Sochi International Airport. The journey takes up to 60 minutes under normal traffic conditions.
The distance between Sochi city center and the airport is approximately 30 km. You can use taxis to reach the airport by the fastest method without using public transportation options. Be clear about the distance and fare before you get in the taxi. Although taxi drivers in Sochi generally speak English, you can also communicate using translation applications from your phone at the most difficult moment.
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Transportation from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to the City Center
There are several ways to reach Helsinki from Helsinki Airport. Some of these are trains, buses and taxis.
Buses, which are the most convenient way, have stops at both terminals. When your plane lands, don't forget to check the bus times on the screen on the arrivals floor. Buses belonging to Finnair Bus connect the airport to the city center (central train station). Buses departing every 20 minutes cost 6.20€.
There are other buses that go to the city center as an alternative to Finnair Bus. Bus number 615 goes to the central train station. This bus line is replaced by bus number 620 at night.
Bus number 61 takes you from the airport to Tikkurila station.
Another way to reach Helsinki city center is by train. To reach the train station, you can use the corridors that provide transition between the terminals.
Taxis are another option, located at the exit of the arrivals terminal. The journey from the airport to Helsinki by taxi takes about 30 minutes and costs 45-50€.