Using public transport in the city
Once you have the ticket types figured out, public transport is a cheaper option than your own car for many people. This guide gets you started both in the Helsinki region and in other cities.
You will need
- A smartphone and the local transport app (e.g. HSL, Nysse, Föli or Waltti)
- A payment card or travel card
- Information on where your home and workplace are
- Any certificate that entitles you to a discount
Steps
Download the local app
In the Helsinki region, the HSL app is used, in Tampere Nysse and in Turku Föli. In many other cities, tickets are bought with the Waltti system's app or card.
Find out about zones
Choose the right ticket
Check for discounts
Plan your route
Buy your ticket before travelling
Stop the bus
Ask about an employer-subsidised ticket
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