Railways in Europe
The first railway line in present day Kosovo from Mitrovica to Hani i Elezit (the line continued to Skopje and Thessaloniki) was opened in 1874 during Ottoman rule. During 20th century, were built the railway lines from Mitrovica to Leshak, from Fushe Kosove – Pristina in 1934, Fushe Kosove – Peja in 1936, Pristina – …
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There are a few trains between Poland and Slovakia. Currently, passenger train transport between Poland and Slovakia leaves much to be desired. Some of the cross-border trains run only seasonally on weekends. The buses are much better option – there are direct Flixbus connections from Krakow to Bratislava, Poprad and Kosice. Seasonal trains are very …
Slovakia has a well-developed railway network. Trains are the basic means of transport in Slovakia. Many social groups can travel for free (this may change in the future), trains run frequently, but are overcrowded, especially around Bratislava. Train travel in Slovakia is not as comfortable as in Western Europe but trains in Slovakia connects many …
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Currently, there are no passenger trains between Finland and Russia. All passenger trains were discontinued from 28 March 2022 due to Russian invasion of Ukraine. There is no chance to reinstate passenger trains between both countries in the nearest future. This is only possible if Russia will attack and occupy Finland. Last updated: 04.01.2026 Railway …
Helsinki is the capital of Finland and the country’s largest city. Since the 15th century, a small fishing settlement existed on the site of today’s Helsinki. The city was officially founded in 1550 by King Gustav Vasa. From that period comes the Swedish name Helsingfors. The city was often destroyed by the Russians during the …
Porvoo is the largest city in Finland not served by passenger trains. In summer, tourist trains usually run on the Helsinki–Porvoo route, but for example in 2025 the service was suspended. The city is easily accessible by bus from Helsinki. Porvoo is also one of the most beautiful Finnish towns. The town center is built …
Lahti is an important winter sports center of international fame. The city has over 120,000 inhabitants. It is located on Lake Vesijärvi, at the edge of the Finnish Lakeland. Due to its proximity to Helsinki and excellent rail connections, it is a popular destination for day trips from the Finnish capital. Each year, the World …
Jyväskylä is a medium-sized city (about 150,000 inhabitants) located on Lake Päijänne. It was founded in 1837. It is an industrial and academic center without world-class monuments. Tourists who stay in the city for a longer time can visit several interesting museums dedicated to the history of Finland. Jyväskylä is a dynamically developing city. In …
Tampere is a medium-sized industrial city, once known as the “Manchester of Finland.” In recent years, the authorities have invested heavily in transforming former factories and industrial areas in the city center into art galleries, cultural institutions, meeting places, and tourist attractions. The city is also known for its green spaces and well-kept parks. Tampere …
Pori is a medium-sized city located on the western coast of Finland, at the mouth of the Kokemäenjoki River into the Gulf of Bothnia. Architecturally, it is not particularly distinctive, but it is known far beyond Finland for the international Pori Jazz Festival, held here every July – it is one of the major jazz …