The cheapest and fastest trains from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Cheapest price
$38
Average price
$47
Fastest journey
8 h 36 m
Average duration
8 h 57 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
523 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport will cost around $47 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $38.
Of the 3 trains that leave Oulu for Helsinki Vantaa Airport on Wed, Jun 10, 3 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 523 km distance in an average of 8 h 57 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 8 h 36 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 9 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.
5:07 AM8h36Oulu1:43 PMHelsinki Vantaa Airport$381One-way0 transfers
6:55 PM8h58Oulu3:53 AMHelsinki Vantaa Airport$381One-way0 transfers
10:57 PM9h16Oulu8:13 AMHelsinki Vantaa Airport$651One-way0 transfers
5:07 AM8h36Oulu1:43 PMHelsinki Vantaa Airport$381One-way0 transfers
6:55 PM8h58Oulu3:53 AMHelsinki Vantaa Airport$381One-way0 transfers
10:57 PM9h16Oulu8:13 AMHelsinki Vantaa Airport$651One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $26. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $26, and a flight costs an average of $86.
Distance: 324 miles (523 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$57 Average price | $33 Average price Cheapest | $146 Average price | $140 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 8m Average total duration 6h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 25m Average total duration 7h 55m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 7h 0m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport:
A bus is $24 (€19) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport costing on average $57 (€46).
A bus is $113 (€92) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport costing on average $146 (€119).
Other travel options to Helsinki Vantaa Airport take longer:
Train takes on average 6h 38m.
Bus takes on average 7h 55m.
The journey is about 22m faster (6h 38m by train vs 7h 0m by car) and roughly $84 (€68) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($57 (€46) vs $140 (€114)). 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.
Driving is still worth considering if you want to stop along the way or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport train times
The table below shows live departures for Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:55 PM Oulu | 8h58 | 2:53 AM Helsinki Vantaa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:55 PM Oulu | 8h58 | 3:53 AM Helsinki Vantaa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:53 PM Oulu | 8h50 | 6:43 AM Helsinki Vantaa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
![]() | 5:07 AM Oulu | 8h36 | 1:43 PM Helsinki Vantaa Airport | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Trains from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport run on average 16 times per day, taking around 6h 38m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $27 (€22) but you can travel from only $26 (€21) by bus.
The earliest train runs at 02:32, the last at 22:57. The fastest train covers the 324 miles (523 km) distance in 5h 31m.
Distance 324 miles (523 km) |
Average train duration 6h 38m |
Cheapest ticket price $27 (€22) |
Trains per day 16 |
Fastest train 5h 31m |
First train 2:32 AM |
Last train 10:57 PM |
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FAQs: Trains from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport 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 Helsinki Vantaa Airport, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oulu to Helsinki Vantaa Airport
- 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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