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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Tampere to Oulu
Cheapest price
$42
Average price
$52
Fastest journey
4 h 14 m
Average duration
4 h 52 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
400 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tampere to Oulu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tampere to Oulu will cost around $52 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $42.
Of the 5 trains that leave Tampere for Oulu on Thu, Mar 12, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Mar 12 the direct trains cover the 400 km distance in an average of 4 h 52 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 14 m .
On Thu, Mar 12 the slowest trains will take 5 h 43 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 Tampere to Oulu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tampere to Oulu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $39. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $39, and a train costs an average of $19.
Distance: 248 miles (400 km)
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|---|---|
$55 Average price | $50 Average price Cheapest |
4h 44m Average total duration Fastest 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 12h 56m Average total duration 12h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Tampere to Oulu train times
The table below shows live departures for Tampere to Oulu trains for today, Wednesday, March 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-460 · S-35 | 4:40 AM Tesoma railway station | 5h02 | 9:42 AM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| S-35 | 5:02 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h40 | 9:42 AM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-462 · IC-21 | 5:35 AM Tesoma railway station | 4h35 | 10:10 AM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-21 | 6:02 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h08 | 10:10 AM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-476 · IC-23 | 7:29 AM Tesoma railway station | 4h53 | 12:22 PM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-23 | 8:02 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h20 | 12:22 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-464 · SP-33 | 9:26 AM Tesoma railway station | 4h19 | 1:45 PM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| SP-33 | 10:02 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h43 | 1:45 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-474 · IC-25 | 11:35 AM Tesoma railway station | 4h13 | 3:48 PM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-25 | 12:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h46 | 3:48 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-1738 · IC-37 | 12:12 PM Tesoma railway station | 5h29 | 5:41 PM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-37 | 1:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h39 | 5:41 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-468 · IC-27 | 1:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 4h37 | 6:12 PM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-27 | 2:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h10 | 6:12 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-1746 · SP-39 | 2:12 PM Tesoma railway station | 4h24 | 6:36 PM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| SP-39 | 2:43 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 3h53 | 6:36 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-470 · IC-51 | 3:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 4h40 | 8:15 PM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-51 | 4:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h13 | 8:15 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-472 · IC-29 | 5:35 PM Tesoma railway station | 4h41 | 10:16 PM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-29 | 6:02 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 4h14 | 10:16 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| LOL-1770 · PYO-269 | 8:12 PM Tesoma railway station | 7h30 | 3:42 AM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| LOL-1770 · PYO-267 | 8:12 PM Tesoma railway station | 8h45 | 4:57 AM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| LOL-1770 · PYO-265 | 8:12 PM Tesoma railway station | 6h32 | 2:44 AM Oulu station | 1 transfer | |
| PYO-265 | 9:09 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 5h35 | 2:44 AM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-269 | 9:59 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 5h43 | 3:42 AM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:37 AM Tampere | 5h29 | 6:06 AM Oulu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tampere to Oulu
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Trains from Tampere to Oulu run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $19 (€15) if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 248 miles (400 km) distance in 3h 46m.
Distance 248 miles (400 km) |
Average train duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price $19 (€15) |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 3h 46m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 23:53 |
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FAQs: Trains from Tampere to Oulu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tampere 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 Tampere to Oulu
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 ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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