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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oulu to Helsinki
Cheapest price on 28 Sept
84S$
Average ticket price on 28 Sept
106S$
Fastest journey on 28 Sept
5 h 24 m
Average journey duration on 28 Sept
5 h 31 m
Trains on 28 Sept
44
Distance
539 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oulu to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oulu to Helsinki will cost around 106S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only 84S$.
On Mon, 28 Sept, we found 44 trains from Oulu to Helsinki, including 32 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 539 km distance in an average of 5 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 24 m .
The slowest trains will take 5 h 42 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
PYO-274 · LOL-963611:53 PM8h56Oulu station8:49 AMHelsinki Central84 S$1One-way1 change- PYO-276 · LOL-9606 · LOL-964012:57 AM8h46Oulu station9:43 AMPasila railway station91 S$1One-way2 changes
- PYO-276 · LOL-9606 · LOL-964012:57 AM8h52Oulu station9:49 AMHelsinki Central91 S$1One-way2 changes
- PYO-2668:55 PM9h24Oulu station6:19 AMPasila railway station91 S$1One-way0 changes
- PYO-266 · LOL-86088:55 PM9h16Oulu station6:11 AMHelsinki Central91 S$1One-way1 change
- IC-286:08 PM5h24Oulu station11:32 PMPasila railway station113 S$1One-way0 changes
- SP-304:32 AM5h26Oulu station9:58 AMPasila railway station100 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-286:08 PM5h31Oulu station11:39 PMHelsinki Central113 S$1One-way0 changes
- SP-304:32 AM5h33Oulu station10:05 AMHelsinki Central100 S$1One-way0 changes
- IC-2411:50 AM5h42Oulu station5:32 PMPasila railway station150 S$1One-way0 changes
Live departures
Oulu to Helsinki train times
The table below shows live departures for Oulu to Helsinki trains for tomorrow, Monday, 28 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SP-30 | 4:32 AM Oulu station | 5h26 | 9:58 AM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-30 | 4:32 AM Oulu station | 5h33 | 10:05 AM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-20 | 5:21 AM Oulu station | 6h18 | 11:39 AM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-20 | 5:21 AM Oulu station | 6h11 | 11:32 AM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-36 | 6:27 AM Oulu station | 6h05 | 12:32 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-36 | 6:27 AM Oulu station | 6h12 | 12:39 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-66 | 7:07 AM Oulu station | 8h37 | 3:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-66 | 7:07 AM Oulu station | 8h30 | 3:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-22 | 7:46 AM Oulu station | 5h46 | 1:32 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-22 | 7:46 AM Oulu station | 5h53 | 1:39 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-38 | 9:16 AM Oulu station | 6h23 | 3:39 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-38 | 9:16 AM Oulu station | 6h16 | 3:32 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-68 | 10:03 AM Oulu station | 8h41 | 6:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-68 | 10:03 AM Oulu station | 8h34 | 6:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-24 | 11:50 AM Oulu station | 5h49 | 5:39 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-24 | 11:50 AM Oulu station | 5h42 | 5:32 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-70 | 12:27 PM Oulu station | 9h17 | 9:44 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-70 | 12:27 PM Oulu station | 9h10 | 9:37 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-26 | 1:33 PM Oulu station | 5h59 | 7:32 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-26 | 1:33 PM Oulu station | 6h06 | 7:39 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-34 | 3:30 PM Oulu station | 6h09 | 9:39 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-34 | 3:30 PM Oulu station | 6h02 | 9:32 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-56 | 4:11 PM Oulu station | 6h21 | 10:32 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| SP-56 | 4:11 PM Oulu station | 6h28 | 10:39 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-28 | 6:08 PM Oulu station | 5h24 | 11:32 PM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-28 | 6:08 PM Oulu station | 5h31 | 11:39 PM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-266 | 8:55 PM Oulu station | 9h24 | 6:19 AM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-266 · LOL-8608 | 8:55 PM Oulu station | 9h16 | 6:11 AM Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| PYO-266 · LOL-8608 | 8:55 PM Oulu station | 9h11 | 6:06 AM Pasila railway station | 1 change | |
| PYO-266 | 8:55 PM Oulu station | 9h32 | 6:27 AM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-274 · IC-162 | 11:53 PM Oulu station | 7h36 | 7:29 AM Pasila railway station | 1 change | |
| PYO-274 · IC-162 | 11:53 PM Oulu station | 7h42 | 7:35 AM Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| PYO-274 | 11:53 PM Oulu station | 9h22 | 9:15 AM Helsinki Central | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-274 · LOL-9636 | 11:53 PM Oulu station | 8h56 | 8:49 AM Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| PYO-274 · LOL-8629 | 11:53 PM Oulu station | 8h58 | 8:51 AM Helsinki Central | 1 change | |
| PYO-274 | 11:53 PM Oulu station | 8h48 | 8:41 AM Pasila railway station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oulu to Helsinki
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Trains from Oulu to Helsinki run on average 39 times per day, taking around 7h 32m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at 23S$ but you can travel from only 22S$ by coach.
There are 29 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 539 km distance in 5h 20m.
Distance 539 km |
Average train duration 7h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price 23S$ |
Trains per day 39 |
Direct trains 29 |
Fastest train 5h 20m |
First train 12:15 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
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Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Thu |
Best time to book 56 days |
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popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Oulu and Helsinki
Most Oulu to Helsinki trains use the Oulu to Helsinki station pair, with some services arriving at Pasila. Use this guide to compare Oulu and Helsinki train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oulu station do trains to Helsinki leave from?
Getting to Oulu from Oulu city centre
Oulu train station facilities and services
Oulu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ravintola Uleåborg 1881, Sokeri-Jussin Kievari
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oulu. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oulu. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oulu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oulu: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oulu: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel, Oulu, Scandic Oulu City, Lapland Hotels Oulu.
Which Helsinki station do trains from Oulu arrive at?
Getting to Helsinki from Helsinki city centre
Helsinki train station facilities and services
Helsinki has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Vltava, Ravintola Zetor
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Helsinki. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Helsinki. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Helsinki: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Helsinki: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Helsinki: Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Kämp, Scandic Simonkenttä, Clarion Hotel Helsinki.
Getting to Pasila from Helsinki city centre
Pasila is 3 km from Helsinki city centre. Public transport options include:
Pasila train station facilities and services
Pasila has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant Tripla, Outrun Cafe
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Pasila. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Pasila. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pasila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Pasila: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pasila: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Pasila, Original Sokos Hotel Tripla, Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo.
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