How to get from North Square to Kontula by bus and metro?

From North Square to Kontula by bus and metro

To get from North Square to Kontula in Helsinki, take the 549 bus from Forest Clearer station to Tapiola Ⓜ️🛍️ station. Next, take the M2 metro from Tapiola 🛍️ station to Kontula station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 55 min. The ride fare is €2.80. The bus and metro schedule from North Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Kontula on the Moovit app.

55min€2.80

549

Leaves from Forest Clearer

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
Forest Clearer
ID E2110
250 m • 4 min
2
549
Wait for bus
549
Tapiola (Metro)
3
Ride to bus station
Tapiola Ⓜ️🛍️
4 min
4
Walk to metro station
Tapiola 🛍️
90 m • 2 min
5

Wait for metro
M2
Mellunmäki
6
Ride to metro station
Kontula
33 min
7
Walk to
Kontula
Kaarikuja
410 m • 6 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from North Square to Kontula by bus and metro via 113 and M2

To get from North Square to Kontula in Helsinki, take the 113 bus from North Square station to Tapiola Ⓜ️🛍️ station. Next, take the M2 metro from Tapiola 🛍️ station to Kontula station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 2 min. The ride fare is €2.80. The bus and metro schedule from North Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Kontula on the Moovit app.

62min€2.80

113

Leaves from North Square

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
North Square
ID E2052
50 m • 1 min
2
113
Wait for bus
113
Tapiola (Metro)
3
Ride to bus station
Tapiola Ⓜ️🛍️
3 min
4
Walk to metro station
Tapiola 🛍️
90 m • 2 min
5

Wait for metro
M2
Mellunmäki
6
Ride to metro station
Kontula
33 min
7
Walk to
Kontula
Kaarikuja
410 m • 6 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Public transit directions from North Square to Kontula

The distance between North Square, Helsinki and Kontula, Helsinki is approximately 26 km, which can typically be travelled in 55 min. Moovit will show you the directions from North Square to Kontula by bus and metro, so no matter how you choose to travel in Helsinki – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Metro schedule from North Square to Kontula

To check the bus and metro schedule from North Square to Kontula using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (North Square) and destination (Kontula), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and metro routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and metro, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and metro schedules.

Alternative route from North Square to Kontula by bus and metro via 113 and M2

62min€2.80

113

Leaves from North Square

Step by Step

1
Walk to bus station
North Square
ID E2052
50 m • 1 min
2
113
Wait for bus
113
Tapiola (Metro)
3
Ride to bus station
Tapiola Ⓜ️🛍️
3 min
4
Walk to metro station
Tapiola 🛍️
90 m • 2 min
5

Wait for metro
M2
Mellunmäki
6
Ride to metro station
Kontula
33 min
7
Walk to
Kontula
Kaarikuja
410 m • 6 min

*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

What is the fastest way to get from North Square to Kontula?
The fastest way takes 55 minutes, using Bus line 549, Metro line M2.
What is the alternative route to get from North Square to Kontula?
The alternative route takes 62 minutes, using Bus line Tapiola(M)-Laajalahti-Leppavaara, Metro line M2.
Is there a direct bus between North Square and Kontula?
No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one metro line in total. The total travelling time is 55 min.
Which bus line goes from North Square to Kontula?
The 549 bus line goes from Forest Clearer station near North Square in Espoo to Tapiola (Metro) station. From there you’ll have to take one metro line till Tapiola (Metro) station near Kontula in Helsinki.
How long does it take to travel from North Square to Kontula by bus and metro?
The total travel time between North Square in Espoo and Kontula in Helsinki by bus and metro is about 55 min.
Where do I get on the bus near North Square to get to Kontula?
Get on the 549 bus from the Forest Clearer stop near North Square in Espoo.
Where do I get off the bus when travelling between North Square and Kontula?
Get off the bus at the Tapiola (Metro) station, which is closest to Kontula in Helsinki.
When is the last metro from North Square to Kontula?
The last metro from North Square in Espoo to Kontula in Helsinki is the Tapiola - Mellunmäki line. It leaves the Tapiola 🛍️ station at 2:24 AM.
How much is the bus fare from North Square to Kontula?
The ride from North Square to Kontula costs €2.80.

Last updated on May 16, 2026

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