- Must visit
Moomin Museum
The Moomin Museum is the world’s only museum dedicated to the Moomins, with original Tove Jansson works and immersive displays loved by both adults and children.
Cheapest price
$17
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
1 h 22 m
Average duration
1 h 22 m
Trains per day
86
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vantaa to Tampere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vantaa to Tampere will cost around $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $17.
Of the 86 trains that leave Vantaa for Tampere on Thu, Jul 23, 42 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Jul 23 the direct trains cover the 150 km distance in an average of 1 h 22 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 22 m .
On Thu, Jul 23 the slowest trains will take 1 h 22 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.
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LOL-9733
LOL-9697 · LOL-9717
LOL-18860 · LOL-9675
LOL-9635
IC-21
IC-27
SP-43
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IC-51Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Vantaa to Tampere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $11. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 93 miles (150 km)
Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$16 Average price | $13 Average price Cheapest | $33 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 56m 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 Vantaa to Tampere:
A bus is $3 (€3) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vantaa to Tampere costing on average $16 (€16).
Other travel options to Tampere take longer:
Bus takes on average 2h 15m.
The journey is about 15m faster (1h 41m by train vs 1h 56m by car) and roughly $17 (€17) cheaper once you factor in fuel and tolls ($16 (€16) vs $33 (€33)). 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.
The table below shows live departures for Vantaa to Tampere trains for tomorrow, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
LOL-9745 · LOL-9623 | 2:14 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 4h24 | 6:38 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9000 · LOL-9619 · LOL-9623 | 4:17 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h21 | 6:38 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 2 transfers | |
LOL-9619 · LOL-9623 | 4:29 AM Tikkurila | 2h09 | 6:38 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-18802 · IC-35 | 5:03 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 6:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9005 · LOL-9621 | 5:05 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h30 | 7:35 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-35 | 5:17 AM Tikkurila | 1h36 | 6:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9621 | 5:21 AM Tikkurila | 2h14 | 7:35 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18814 · IC-21 | 6:23 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 7:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-21 | 6:36 AM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 7:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18822 · LOL-9635 | 7:03 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h22 | 9:25 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-18822 · IC-155 | 7:03 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 8:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-155 | 7:16 AM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 8:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9635 | 7:21 AM Tikkurila | 2h04 | 9:25 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18824 · IC-41 | 7:23 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 8:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-41 | 7:36 AM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 8:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18830 · IC-165 | 8:03 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 9:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-165 | 8:16 AM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 9:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18832 · IC-23 | 8:23 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 9:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-23 | 8:36 AM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 9:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18836 · LOL-9649 | 9:03 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h22 | 11:25 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-18836 · IC-93 | 9:03 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 10:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-93 | 9:16 AM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 10:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9649 | 9:21 AM Tikkurila | 2h04 | 11:25 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18838 · SP-43 | 9:23 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 10:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
SP-43 | 9:36 AM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 10:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18842 · S-143 | 10:03 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 11:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
S-143 | 10:16 AM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 11:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18844 · SP-33 | 10:23 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 11:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
SP-33 | 10:36 AM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 11:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18848 · IC-45 | 11:03 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 12:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-18848 · LOL-9661 | 11:03 AM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h22 | 1:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-45 | 11:16 AM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 12:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9661 | 11:21 AM Tikkurila | 2h04 | 1:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18854 · IC-171 | 12:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 1:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-171 | 12:16 PM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 1:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18856 · IC-25 | 12:23 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 1:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-25 | 12:36 PM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 1:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18860 · IC-145 | 1:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 2:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-18860 · LOL-9675 | 1:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h22 | 3:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-145 | 1:16 PM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 2:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9675 | 1:21 PM Tikkurila | 2h04 | 3:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18862 · IC-37 | 1:23 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 2:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-37 | 1:36 PM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 2:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18866 · S-87 | 2:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 3:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
S-87 | 2:16 PM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 3:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18868 · IC-27 | 2:23 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 3:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-27 | 2:36 PM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 3:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18872 · SP-39 | 3:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h36 | 4:39 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-18872 · LOL-9687 | 3:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h22 | 5:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
SP-39 | 3:10 PM Tikkurila | 1h29 | 4:39 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-151 | 3:16 PM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 4:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9687 | 3:21 PM Tikkurila | 2h04 | 5:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18874 · IC-47 | 3:23 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 4:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-47 | 3:36 PM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 4:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18878 · IC-147 | 4:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 5:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-147 | 4:15 PM Tikkurila | 1h38 | 5:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9697 · LOL-9717 | 4:21 PM Tikkurila | 2h18 | 6:39 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-18880 · IC-51 | 4:23 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 5:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-51 | 4:36 PM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 5:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18884 · IC-177 | 5:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 6:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-177 | 5:16 PM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 6:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9705 | 5:21 PM Tikkurila | 2h04 | 7:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18886 · IC-49 | 5:23 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 6:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-49 | 5:36 PM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 6:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18890 · S-89 | 6:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 7:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
S-89 | 6:16 PM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 7:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18892 · IC-29 | 6:23 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 7:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-29 | 6:36 PM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 7:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18896 · IC-149 | 7:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 8:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-18896 · LOL-9715 | 7:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h22 | 9:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-149 | 7:16 PM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 8:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-9715 | 7:21 PM Tikkurila | 2h04 | 9:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18902 · IC-183 | 8:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 9:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-183 | 8:16 PM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 9:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18904 · S-53 | 8:23 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h35 | 9:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-18904 · PYO-265 | 8:23 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h08 | 10:31 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
PYO-265 | 8:30 PM Tikkurila | 2h01 | 10:31 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
S-53 | 8:36 PM Tikkurila | 1h22 | 9:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18908 · LOL-9727 | 9:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h22 | 11:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9727 | 9:21 PM Tikkurila | 2h04 | 11:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18914 · IC-187 | 10:03 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 1h50 | 11:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
IC-187 | 10:16 PM Tikkurila | 1h37 | 11:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18918 · LOL-9733 | 10:43 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h12 | 12:55 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
LOL-9733 | 10:53 PM Tikkurila | 2h02 | 12:55 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
LOL-18944 · PYO-273 | 11:43 PM Hiekkaharju railway station | 2h12 | 1:55 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
PYO-273 | 11:59 PM Tikkurila | 1h56 | 1:55 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Vantaa to Tampere run on average 89 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 (€6) if you book in advance.
There are 38 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:01, the last at 23:52. The fastest train covers the 93 miles (150 km) distance in 1h 22m.
Distance 93 miles (150 km) |
Average train duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 (€6) |
Trains per day 89 |
Direct trains 38 |
Fastest train 1h 22m |
First train 12:01 AM |
Last train 11:52 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 63 days |
Discover the best of Tampere — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tampere trip today.
The Moomin Museum is the world’s only museum dedicated to the Moomins, with original Tove Jansson works and immersive displays loved by both adults and children.
Vapriikki is Tampere’s flagship museum center with varied exhibitions on history, nature, games, and culture. It is ideal for a broad introduction to the city.
Sara Hildén Art Museum presents modern and contemporary art in a lakeside setting. Its respected collection and changing exhibitions make it a leading art venue.
Tammerkoski is the rapids corridor that shaped Tampere’s growth. Walking here reveals mills, bridges, brick factories, and some of the city’s classic urban views.
Finlayson Area is a lively former factory district with courtyards, historic architecture, events, and museums. It blends industrial heritage with current city life.
Pyynikki Ridge and Park is a scenic esker forest with trails and lake views. It is one of the best places for nature close to the city center.
Mustamakkara is Tampere’s iconic blood sausage, usually served hot with lingonberry jam. It is a classic market-hall snack strongly tied to the city.
Ruisleipä is traditional Finnish rye bread with a dense texture and sour flavor. It is a daily staple across Finland and common on Tampere tables.
Leipäjuusto is a mild baked cheese, often served warm with cloudberry jam or coffee. It is a beloved Finnish treat found in Tampere cafés and restaurants.
Modern Finnish fine dining known for seasonal tasting menus and polished service in a stylish setting near the city center.
Historic market hall stall famous for mustamakkara. A classic casual stop for Tampere’s signature sausage and other local quick bites.
Classic lakeside restaurant in Pyynikki with traditional Finnish dishes and scenic views. Best known for its enduring local reputation and setting.
Moderate for Finland: hotels and dining cost more than much of Europe, but local transit is fair and budget lunches help keep daily costs manageable.
Tipping is not expected. Service is included. Round up in taxis or leave a little extra at restaurants or cafes only for notably good service.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vantaa to Tampere 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 Tampere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Vantaa to Tampere trains use the Lentoasema to Tampereen Rautatieasema station pair, with some services arriving at Tesoma. Use this guide to compare Vantaa and Tampere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Tikkurila has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant Tikkurila, Amarillo Vantaa
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tikkurila. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tikkurila. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tikkurila: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tikkurila: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tikkurila: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Original Sokos Hotel Vantaa, Break Sokos Hotel Flamingo, Scandic Helsinki Aviacongress.
Hiekkaharju has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
ATMs are available at Hiekkaharju.
Available at Hiekkaharju: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Hiekkaharju: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Hiekkaharju: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Malmi has practical services for this route, including Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, Bike Parking, and Bike Rental.
ATMs are available at Malmi.
Available at Malmi: Parking, Taxis.
Available at Malmi: Bike Parking, Bike Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Malmi: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Tampereen Rautatieasema has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Restaurant C, Ravintola Tampella
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Tampereen Rautatieasema. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Tampereen Rautatieasema. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Tampereen Rautatieasema: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Tampereen Rautatieasema: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tampereen Rautatieasema: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Scandic Tampere City, Solo Sokos Hotel Torni Tampere, Lapland Hotels Tampere, Omena Hotel Tampere.
Tesoma has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Tesoma: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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