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Tiedekeskus Tietomaa
A science centre focused on northern nature, technology and children’s discovery, with hands-on exhibitions in Tietomaa.
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£9
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
4 h 15 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
4 h 18 m
Buses on 24 Sept
4
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Jyväskylä to Oulu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Jyväskylä to Oulu will cost around £9 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 4 buses from Jyväskylä to Oulu, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 309 km distance in an average of 4 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Jyväskylä to Oulu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £10 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, while a train costs an average of £54.
Distance: 309 km
| Coach | Most popular Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£10 Average Price Cheapest | £54 Average Price | £59 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 46m Average total duration Fastest 4h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 29m Average total duration 5h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 5m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Jyväskylä to Oulu:
A coach is £44 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Jyväskylä to Oulu costing on average £54.
Other travel options to Oulu take longer:
Train takes on average 5h 59m.
Tickets start at around £10 compared to roughly £59 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £49. The journey takes 4h 16m versus 4h 5m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FlixBus.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
The table below shows live departures for Jyväskylä to Oulu coaches for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 11:05 Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus | 4h20 | 15:25 Oulu, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 13:40 Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus | 4h15 | 17:55 Oulu, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 18:00 Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus | 4h15 | 22:15 Oulu, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 24 September | |||||
FlixBus | 0:40 Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus | 4h20 | 5:00 Oulu, Linja-autoasema | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Jyväskylä to Oulu run on average 3 times per day, taking around 4h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 11:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 309 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 309 km |
Average bus duration 4h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 11:55 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Oulu, Linja-autoasema -> Oulun keskusta
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jyväskylä to Oulu 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 Oulu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Jyväskylä to Oulu buses use the Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus to Oulu, Linja-autoasema station pair. Use this guide to compare Jyväskylä and Oulu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus is 1 km from Jyväskylä city centre. Public transport options include:
Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Jyväskylä, Matkakeskus: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Oulu, Linja-autoasema has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility facilities are available at Oulu, Linja-autoasema: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
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