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Imatra Railway Station

Imatra station is a transport gateway, not the rapids themselves. Imatrankoski, Mansikkala and the Saimaa resort shore form separate destination areas, so choose the local connection before leaving the station.

Live departuresArrivalsWalking directions
Find the station
Koskikatu 1, 55120 Imatra
Names on local signs
Imatra

Find your way

Get your bearings, then choose your next connection.

Make the next leg explicit.

Imatra station is a transport gateway, not the rapids themselves. Imatrankoski, Mansikkala and the Saimaa resort shore form separate destination areas, so choose the local connection before leaving the station.

  • Station and sights are separate

    Choose Imatrankoski, Mansikkala or Saimaa

    The station does not open directly onto the rapids or Lake Saimaa resort area. Check the exact bus stop, direction and return for the district you need.

Station surroundings · FTIA

  • Rapids flow is scheduled

    Dam normally closed · Check show time

    Imatrankoski is dammed outside scheduled shows. A visit to the gorge is still worthwhile, but seeing the released water requires a current official time.

    Rapids schedule

  • Local transport

    Stops, direction and fares

    Use the local planner for the exact stop, direction, departure time and any service changes.

    Open journey planner

  • Long-distance coaches

    Check the operator and bay

    Coach stops and ticket rules differ by service; confirm both before the train arrives.

    Check coaches
Travel updates

For delays, cancellations and replacement transport, check the operator’s current information.

  • Your train today

    Live station board

    Check platform, delay, cancellation and replacement transport.

    Live departures

  • Local transport today

    Planner and service notices

    Confirm the boarding stop, direction and current service before walking away from the station.

    Local journey planner

At the station

Find the service you need, then open it for the details.

Station hall

Daily 04:45–21:00

Shops, restaurants and facilities have their own opening hours.

  • Accessible station, no lockersRaised platforms · Assistance · Toilet

    VR lists raised platforms, low-floor access, a toilet and assistance booked at least 24 hours ahead. It lists no luggage lockers or staffed service point.

  • Waiting and toiletsUse the published hall hours

    Plan early and late journeys around the station hours, and confirm current toilet access on the station page.

    VR
  • TicketsMachine or mobile ticket

    Buy before boarding when the operator requires it; the station has no guaranteed staffed sales.

  • Accessible travelBook assistance at least 24 hours ahead

    Confirm the meeting point and platform access with VR for the actual journey.

    VR
  • Check the live dayPlatforms, disruptions and seasonal service

    This guide explains the layout; live boards and operator planners decide the journey.

Step into the city

A short pause or a whole day. Choose a visit that fits your journey.

  • A short connection

    30–60 minutes

    Keep the plan close and simple: Imatrankoski and Kruununpuisto. Leave a clear margin for the platform.

  • A few hours

    One focused city visit

    Choose one main destination, such as Mansikkala and culture, and check its opening hours before leaving the station.

  • A full day

    City first · Region second

    Add Ukonniemi and Lake Saimaa only after confirming the complete outward and return journey.

Places to start with

  • Imatrankoski and Kruununpuisto

    Rapids gorge · Historic park

    Treat the gorge, Valtionhotelli surroundings and Finland’s 1842 nature park as one focused visit. Verify the rapids show separately.

    Kruununpuisto Park

  • Mansikkala and culture

    Cultural Centre Virta · City services

    Use Mansikkala for municipal and cultural destinations rather than assuming they sit beside Imatrankoski. Confirm the local stop for the venue.

    Explore Imatra

  • Ukonniemi and Lake Saimaa

    Resort shore · Separate transfer

    The spas, sport facilities, marina and Saimaa shore form a separate resort area. Confirm the complete outward and return connection, especially in the evening or off-season.

    Ukonrauha area

Read before you go

Illustration · Junat.net

What’s on in Imatra

Selected events and exhibitions. Check the organiser’s programme and tickets before travelling.

  • 16–17 October at 18:00 · Imatrankoski

    Imatrankoski autumn shows

    The dam opens for a roughly 16-minute rapids show during the school autumn holiday. Schedule changes are possible, so confirm the official time before travelling.

    Reviewed

    Official visitor notice · GoSaimaa
City events

Good to know

Where do I start?

Read the live board, then match the exact platform, stop or bay.

Can I store luggage?

VR lists raised platforms, low-floor access, a toilet and assistance booked at least 24 hours ahead. It lists no luggage lockers or staffed service point.

Is assistance available?

VR lists booked assistance; confirm the meeting point at least 24 hours ahead.

Is the city centre at the station?

Use the orientation section: the distance and transfer pattern differ by city.

Can I make a regional excursion between trains?

Only with a complete outbound and return plan; do not infer frequency from a destination name.

Is this information live?

No. Use the linked live board and operator planner for the actual day.