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How to get from Aalto to Kontula by bus and metro?

From Aalto to Kontula by bus and metro

To get from Aalto to Kontula in Helsinki, you’ll need to take one bus line and 2 metro lines: take the 542 bus from Aalto station to Espoonlahti Ⓜ️ station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the M1 metro and finally take the M2 metro from Tapiola 🛍️ station to Kontula station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 1 hr 10 min. The ride fare is €4.50. The bus and metro schedule from Aalto may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and metro schedule to Kontula on the Moovit app.

70min€4.50
Walk to bus stationBus - 542
542
Metro - M1
Metro - M2
Walk to Kontula
Leaves from Aalto

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Aalto
    ID E4038
    10 m • 1 min
  • 2
    Bus - 542542
    Wait for bus
    542
    Soukanniemi
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Espoonlahti Ⓜ️
    ID E4022
    2 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Espoonlahti 🛍️
    30 m • 1 min
  • 5
    Metro - M1
    Wait for metro
    M1
    Vuosaari
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Tapiola 🛍️
    14 min
  • 7
    Metro - M2
    Wait for metro
    M2
    Mellunmäki
  • 8
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Kontula
    33 min
  • 9
    Walk to Kontula
    Walk to
    Kontula
    Kaarikuja
    410 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Aalto to Kontula

The distance between Aalto, Helsinki and Kontula, Helsinki is approximately 35.87 km, which can typically be travelled in 70 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Aalto 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 Aalto to Kontula

To check the bus and metro schedule from Aalto to Kontula using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Aalto) 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.

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Aalto to Kontula?

    The fastest way takes 70 minutes, using Bus line 542, Metro line M1, Metro line M2.

  • Is there a direct bus between Aalto and Kontula?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and 2 metro lines in total. The total travelling time is 1 hr 10 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Aalto to Kontula?

    The 542 bus line goes from Aalto station near Aalto in Espoo to Espoonlahti Ⓜ️ station. From there you’ll have to take 2 metro lines till Espoonlahti Ⓜ️ station near Kontula in Helsinki.

  • How long does it take to travel from Aalto to Kontula by bus and metro?

    The total travel time between Aalto in Espoo and Kontula in Helsinki by bus and metro is about 1 hr 10 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Aalto to get to Kontula?

    Get on the 542 bus from the Aalto stop near Aalto in Espoo.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Aalto and Kontula?

    Get off the bus at the Espoonlahti Ⓜ️ station, which is closest to Kontula in Helsinki.

  • When is the last metro from Aalto to Kontula?

    The last metro from Aalto in Espoo to Kontula in Helsinki is the Tapiola - Mellunmäki line. It leaves the Kivenlahti station at 1:53 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Aalto to Kontula?

    The ride from Aalto to Kontula costs €4.50.