The Finnish-Russian joint rail project
Issue 3 2005, Past issues / 23 August 2005 /
A joint project between Finland and Russia will gradually shorten the journey time on the Helsinki-St. Petersburg line to approximately three hours.
Modernising the rail connection between Helsinki and St. Petersburg is one of the most important joint development projects between Finland and the Russian Federation. In the background is both countries’ desire to develop transport connections and make the necessary investments.
The project will be completed in stages. By 2008 the rapidly developing St. Petersburg region will be less than four hours by train from Helsinki. Ultimately the journey time will be reduced to three hours.
The new train connection will be considerably faster and more comfortable and have a high service level. It will provide a competitive alternative to road and air transport.
On the Finnish side the line will be used for mixed traffic.
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