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Yes. VR night trains run from Helsinki to Rovaniemi (Santa Claus's hometown, 8h30m), Kolari (9h30m near Yllas ski resort), and Kemijärvi (10h). Couchette and private sleeping compartments are available. Booking well in advance is essential for December-March Lapland visits.

VR's Pendolino (S220) is a tilting trainset reaching 220 km/h, used primarily on the Helsinki-Tampere-Seinajoki corridor. Active tilt allows higher speeds on curved track. The Pendolino has 1st and 2nd class seating and on-board bistro car. It is VR's flagship daytime intercity service.

There is no rail or tunnel connection between Finland and Estonia. The fastest option is the Tallink or Eckerö Berkecepatan tinggi ferry from Helsinki South Harbour to Tallinn, taking about 2h30m. Ferry departures are frequent throughout the day. A Helsinki-Tallinn tunnel has been discussed but not approved.

Yes. Finland is one of 33 Eurail Global Pass countries. VR trains are covered without supplements on most routes. Night train sleeper reservations are additional. The Eurail Nordic-Baltic Pass also covers Finland, Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and the Baltic states.

The Helsinki to Rovaniemi night train route passes through Finnish forests and crosses the Arctic Circle -- arriving to snow-covered Lapland is magical in winter. The Savo Railway from Kouvola to Iisalmi passes through the Finnish Lake District. The Tampere-Pori line crosses flat birch and pine forests characteristic of central Finland.