The cheapest and fastest trains from Tampere to Kuopio
Cheapest price
$51
Average price
$60
Fastest journey
3 h 22 m
Average duration
3 h 28 m
Trains per day
21
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 $60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $51.
Of the 21 trains that leave Tampere for Kuopio on Tue, Dec 09, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Dec 09 the direct trains cover the 254 km distance in an average of 3 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 22 m .
On Tue, Dec 09 the slowest trains will take 3 h 44 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.
IC-145 · IC-67
LOL-1738 · IC-145 · IC-67
S-143 · IC-65
IC-464 · S-143 · IC-65
IC-470 · IC-147
IC-155 · IC-63
IC-145 · IC-67
S-143 · IC-65
IC-147
IC-466 · IC-155 · IC-63Travel 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 €15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 22m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €15, and a train costs an average of €12.
Distance: 157 miles (254 km)
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€36 Average price | €24 Average price Cheapest |
3h 52m Average total duration Fastest 3h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 1m Average total duration 11h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Tampere to Kuopio train times
The table below shows live departures for Tampere to Kuopio trains for tomorrow, Tuesday, December 9. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PYO-266 · S-61 | 1:45 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 6h27 | 8:12 AM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-1706 · LOL-9636 · LOL-9917 · IC-63 | 4:00 AM Tesoma railway station | 6h29 | 10:29 AM Kuopio station | 3 transfers | |
PYO-274 · IC-63 | 4:08 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 6h21 | 10:29 AM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9636 · LOL-9917 · IC-63 | 4:35 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 5h54 | 10:29 AM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
LOL-9606 · LOL-9640 · IC-65 | 5:12 AM Tesoma railway station | 8h23 | 1:35 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
LOL-9606 · LOL-9921 · IC-65 | 5:12 AM Tesoma railway station | 8h23 | 1:35 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
LOL-1714 · LOL-9646 · IC-65 | 6:10 AM Tesoma railway station | 7h25 | 1:35 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
LOL-9646 · IC-65 | 6:35 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 7h00 | 1:35 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
IC-466 · IC-155 · IC-63 | 6:45 AM Tesoma railway station | 3h44 | 10:29 AM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
IC-155 · IC-63 | 7:07 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h22 | 10:29 AM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-1722 · IC-142 · IC-67 | 8:12 AM Tesoma railway station | 8h18 | 4:30 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
IC-142 · IC-67 | 9:04 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 7h26 | 4:30 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
IC-464 · S-143 · IC-65 | 9:26 AM Tesoma railway station | 4h09 | 1:35 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
LOL-1730 · LOL-9672 · LOL-9941 · IC-67 | 10:12 AM Tesoma railway station | 6h18 | 4:30 PM Kuopio station | 3 transfers | |
S-143 · IC-65 | 10:12 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h23 | 1:35 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9672 · LOL-9941 · IC-67 | 10:35 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 5h55 | 4:30 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
LOL-1738 · IC-145 · IC-67 | 12:12 PM Tesoma railway station | 4h18 | 4:30 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
IC-145 · IC-67 | 1:07 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h23 | 4:30 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
IC-470 · IC-147 | 3:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 4h00 | 7:35 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
IC-470 · IC-26 · IC-73 | 3:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 5h50 | 9:25 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
IC-147 | 4:07 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h28 | 7:35 PM Kuopio station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tampere to Kuopio
Trains from Tampere to Kuopio run on average 16 times per day, taking around 3h 22m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $14 (€12) 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 22m.
Distance 157 miles (254 km) |
Average train duration 3h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $14 (€12) |
Trains per day 16 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 00:25 |
Last train 19:08 |
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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
- 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
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
- 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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