The cheapest and fastest coaches from Helsinki to Tampere
Cheapest price
£5
Average price
£5
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Helsinki to Tampere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Tampere will cost around £5 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £5.
Of the 7 buses that leave Helsinki for Tampere every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 160 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 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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Compare train and coach for Helsinki to Tampere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Tampere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 4m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, and a train costs an average of £8.
Distance: 160 km
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£6 Average Price Cheapest | £16 Average Price |
2h 46m Average total duration 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 34m Average total duration Fastest 2h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Helsinki to Tampere bus times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Tampere coaches for today, Sunday 22 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 20:45 Helsinki | 3h00 | 23:45 Tampere | 0 changesdirect | |
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FlixBus | 05:00 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 2h45 | 07:45 Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 05:30 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 2h15 | 07:45 Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:30 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 3h20 | 11:50 Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 08:50 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 3h00 | 11:50 Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 09:15 Helsinki, Pasilan asema | 2h35 | 11:50 Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 3h20 | 14:50 Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 2h50 | 14:50 Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Helsinki to Tampere coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Designed for International Travelers: Omio is in your language including 24/7 customer service and offers multiple payment options, including PayPal, credit cards, and bank transfer, in your preferred currency.
- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Helsinki to Tampere.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Helsinki to Tampere.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Helsinki to Tampere
Buses from Helsinki to Tampere run on average 9 times per day, taking around 2h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.
There are 9 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:59, the last at 23:10. The fastest coach covers the 160 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 160 km |
Average bus duration 2h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 02:59 |
Last bus 23:10 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Helsinki to TampereYou can travel by bus between Helsinki to Tampere with FlixBus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Helsinki to Tampere coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Tampere by coach. 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 coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tampere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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