The cheapest and fastest trains from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi
Cheapest price
€67
Average price
€68
Fastest journey
11 h 33 m
Average duration
11 h 49 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
474 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi will cost around €68 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €67.
Of the 2 trains that leave Jyväskylä for Rovaniemi on Mon, Dec 08, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Dec 08 the direct trains cover the 474 km distance in an average of 11 h 49 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 11 h 33 m .
On Mon, Dec 08 the slowest trains will take 12 h 5 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.




Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 7h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €20.
Distance: 294 miles (474 km)
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€60 Average price | €20 Average price Cheapest |
9h 1m Average total duration 8h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 45m Average total duration Fastest 7h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi train times
The table below shows live departures for Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi trains for today, Sunday, December 7. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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HDM-485 · PYO-265 | 5:47 PM Jyväskylä | 11h33 | 5:20 AM Rovaniemi station | 1 transfer | |
S-152 · PYO-265 | 7:14 PM Jyväskylä | 10h06 | 5:20 AM Rovaniemi station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, December 8 | |||||
![]() | 6:05 AM Jyväskylä | 12h05 | 6:10 PM Rovaniemi | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi by train or bus
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Why should you book Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi trains with Omio?
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- Official reseller: VR tickets can only be bought on Omio or VR's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for VR tickets. Trainline, RailEurope, and Rail.Ninja do not sell VR tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi.
Journey information
Overview: Train from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi
Trains from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi run on average 7 times per day, taking around 8h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $25 (€20) but you can travel from only $20 (€16) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 21:14. The fastest train covers the 294 miles (474 km) distance in 8h 47m.
Distance 294 miles (474 km) |
Average train duration 8h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $25 (€20) |
Trains per day 7 |
Fastest train 8h 47m |
First train 04:25 |
Last train 21:14 |
Train companies: VR from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi trainsVR trains will get you between Jyväskylä and Rovaniemi from $20 (€16). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Rovaniemi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Jyväskylä to Rovaniemi
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Ratapihantie.
- Restaurant Nili
- Roka Kitchen & Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Scandic Rovaniemi City
- Arctic Light Hotel
- Santa's Hotel Santa Claus
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for domestic trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city
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