The cheapest and fastest trains from Kemi to Oulu
Cheapest price
$6
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
59 m
Average duration
1 h 5 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kemi to Oulu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kemi to Oulu will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $6.
Of the 5 trains that leave Kemi for Oulu on Wed, Jun 10, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jun 10 the direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 5 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 59 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 1 h 16 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.
12:24 PM0h59Kemi1:23 PMOulu$61One-way0 transfers
5:24 PM1h00Kemi6:24 PMOulu$151One-way0 transfers
4:24 PM1h00Kemi5:24 PMOulu$151One-way0 transfers
8:50 PM1h16Kemi10:06 PMOulu$181One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM1h10Kemi9:40 PMOulu$201One-way0 transfers
12:24 PM0h59Kemi1:23 PMOulu$61One-way0 transfers
5:24 PM1h00Kemi6:24 PMOulu$151One-way0 transfers
4:24 PM1h00Kemi5:24 PMOulu$151One-way0 transfers
8:30 PM1h10Kemi9:40 PMOulu$201One-way0 transfers
8:50 PM1h16Kemi10:06 PMOulu$181One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kemi to Oulu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kemi to Oulu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 1m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $7, and a train costs an average of $5.
Distance: 56 miles (91 km)
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$14 Average price | $9 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
1h 31m Average total duration Fastest 1h 1m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 58m Average total duration 1h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 23m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kemi to Oulu:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kemi to Oulu costing on average $14 (€11).
Other travel options to Oulu take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 28m.
The journey is about 22m faster (1h 1m by train vs 1h 23m by car) and roughly $12 (€9) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($14 (€11) vs $26 (€21)). You'll also arrive in the city centre rather than hunting for parking, and you can work, read, or watch the landscape go by instead of concentrating on the road.
Direct services run with VR.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Kemi to Oulu train times
The table below shows live departures for Kemi to Oulu trains for today, Tuesday, June 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:24 PM Kemi | 0h59 | 1:23 PM Oulu | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:24 PM Kemi | 1h00 | 5:24 PM Oulu | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:24 PM Kemi | 1h00 | 6:24 PM Oulu | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:30 PM Kemi | 1h10 | 9:40 PM Oulu | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 PM Kemi | 1h16 | 10:06 PM Oulu | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kemi to Oulu
Trains from Kemi to Oulu run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 1m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 56 miles (91 km) distance in 59m.
Distance 56 miles (91 km) |
Average train duration 1h 1m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 59m |
First train 4:39 AM |
Last train 10:50 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 4 days |
Train companies: VR from Kemi to Oulu trainsVR trains will get you between Kemi and Oulu from $5 (€4). 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 Kemi to Oulu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kemi to Oulu 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 Oulu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Kemi to Oulu
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Merihovi
- Cafe Hertta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Merihovi
- Seaside Glass Villas
- Hotel Palomestari
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: trains to Rovaniemi
- Platform 2: trains to Oulu
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi services are also accessible.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Rautatienkatu.
- Ravintola Uleåborg 1881
- Sokeri-Jussin Kievari
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Oulu
- Scandic Oulu City
- Lapland Hotels Oulu
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki and regional destinations.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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