The distance from Helsinki to Savonlinna by road is 335 km and there are daily express coach services. An express train journey from Helsinki to Savonlinna takes less than 5 hours, whereas a flight from Helsinki takes between 40-50 minutes. In summer scheduled boat services operate from Kuopio, Punkaharju and boaters from farther afield have access to the region via the Saimaa Canal. The Savonlinna region has good public transport and well-maintained roads. You can explore the region also by touring with your own car or bike, or even by boat or on a cruise aboard a genuine steamboat.

Information on train schedules can be found from VR - www.vr.fi