When traveling by train in Finland what can I expect from these options?
I am in the process of booking some train tickets for my trip in Finland.
Apart from technical problems in selecting the specific seat, I have a few questions about the available options, since I am not familiar with Finnish trains.
- I suffer from a mild form of dust allergy / hay-fever. Would it be appropriate for me to select an "allergy seat" or is it reserved for more severe allergies?
- a seat upstairs from the restaurant is available, is that car the only one with two floors, or all cars have an upper seating floor? (I hope to be able to enjoy the scenery a bit, and I guess the upper floor would be more suited for that)
edit to answer this comment:
could you tell what route/service you're planning to take, since train configurations can differ significantly.
I am mostly looking at the leg between Rovaniemi and Tampere, some of the options have a change in Oulu where the above options are available. I also plan other legs, but they will be significantly shorter (Turku, and then Helsinki) so it will be less of a problem if I cannot see much outside.
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What is the best way to travel around Finland?
By bus. Finland's coach (or bus) network is one of the most comprehensive in Europe, covering more than 90 percent of public roads. If the rail network doesn't reach your Finnish destination, a coach most likely will. Plus, riding a coach is a good way to relax and take in the scenery.Is transportation good in Finland?
The transport system of Finland is well-developed. Factors affecting traffic include the sparse population and long distance between towns and cities, and the cold climate with waterways freezing and land covered in snow for winter. The extensive road system is utilized by most internal cargo and passenger traffic.What is transportation like in Finland?
Finland has an extensive rail network. Within cities, trams are the preferred form of transportation. Finnish Railways offers excellent inter-city routes, and taking the train from Helsinki to Turku, Tampere and Lahti is more convenient and definitely faster than the bus.How easy is it to travel in Finland?
Being a safe and highly developed country, where many people speak English, Finland is easy and comfortable to get around. Tourism infrastructure is highly developed and there really isn't any need for you to take a tour or use a travel agency.How to Travel in Finland Using Long-Distance Buses \u0026 Trains!
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