4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Tampere to Kuopio
Cheapest price
$41
Average price
$59
Fastest journey
3 h 23 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
254 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tampere to Kuopio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tampere to Kuopio will cost around $59 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $41.
Of the 3 trains that leave Tampere for Kuopio 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 254 km distance in an average of 3 h 25 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 23 m .
On Wed, Jun 10 the slowest trains will take 3 h 29 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.
6:06 AM3h23Tampere9:29 AMKuopio$411One-way0 transfers- 12:06 PM3h24Tampere3:30 PMKuopio$561One-way0 transfers
- 4:06 PM3h29Tampere7:35 PMKuopio$791One-way0 transfers
- 6:06 AM3h23Tampere9:29 AMKuopio$411One-way0 transfers
- 12:06 PM3h24Tampere3:30 PMKuopio$561One-way0 transfers
- 4:06 PM3h29Tampere7:35 PMKuopio$791One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Tampere to Kuopio
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tampere to Kuopio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 23m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $32, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$46 Average price | $41 Average price Cheapest | $69 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 53m Average total duration Fastest 3h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 35m Average total duration 12h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Tampere to Kuopio:
A bus is $5 (€4) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tampere to Kuopio costing on average $46 (€38).
Other travel options to Kuopio take longer:
Bus takes on average 12h 5m.
The journey is about 21m faster (3h 23m by train vs 3h 44m by car) and roughly $23 (€18) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($46 (€38) vs $69 (€56)). 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
Tampere to Kuopio train times
The table below shows live departures for Tampere to Kuopio 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-145 · IC-67 | 3:06 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h24 | 6:30 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-468 · IC-27 · H-496 · IC-710 | 3:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 6h53 | 10:28 PM Kuopio station | 3 transfers | |
| IC-27 · H-496 · IC-710 | 4:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 6h26 | 10:28 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
| IC-470 · IC-147 | 5:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 4h00 | 9:35 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-470 · IC-26 · IC-73 | 5:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 5h48 | 11:23 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
| IC-26 · IC-73 | 6:00 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 5h23 | 11:23 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-147 | 6:06 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h29 | 9:35 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, June 10 | |||||
| 6:06 AM Tampere | 3h23 | 9:29 AM Kuopio | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tampere to Kuopio
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Trains from Tampere to Kuopio run on average 18 times per day, taking around 3h 23m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:25, the last at 19:08. The fastest train covers the 157 miles (254 km) distance in 3h 23m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average train duration 3h 23m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 18 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 23m |
First train 12:25 AM |
Last train 7:08 PM |
Cheapest Month Jan |
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High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Jul - Sep |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Train companies: VR from Tampere to Kuopio trainsVR trains will get you between Tampere and Kuopio from $19 (€15). 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 Tampere to Kuopio
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tampere to Kuopio 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 Kuopio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Tampere to Kuopio
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Rautatienkatu 27.
- Restaurant C
- Ravintola Tampella
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Scandic Tampere City
- Solo Sokos Hotel Torni Tampere
- Lapland Hotels Tampere
- Omena Hotel Tampere
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Helsinki, Turku, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours a day. Access via Asemakatu.
- Amarillo
- Musta Lammas
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Scandic Kuopio
- Rauhalahti Spa Hotel
- Original Sokos Hotel Puijonsarvi
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Hall 2: platforms and access to trains
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city.
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