- Must visit
Muumimuseo
A family-friendly museum in Vapriikki focused on the Moomins, with original art, models and immersive displays that suit both adults and children.
Cheapest price
£11
Average price
£13
Fastest journey
2 h 10 m
Average duration
2 h 10 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
150 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vantaa to Tampere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vantaa to Tampere will cost around £13 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £11.
Of the 4 buses that leave Vantaa for Tampere every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 150 km distance in an average of 2 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 10 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.








Omio 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 coach with prices starting from £10. 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 coach costs an average of £10, and a train costs an average of £6.
Distance: 150 km
| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£12 Average Price Cheapest | £14 Average Price |
2h 45m Average total duration 2h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 11m Average total duration Fastest 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Vantaa to Tampere coaches for today, Wednesday 12 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:03 Vantaa | 2h57 | 20:00 3 | 1 change | |
| Thursday 13 August | |||||
![]() | 8:40 Vantaa | 2h10 | 10:50 Tampere | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:40 Vantaa | 2h10 | 11:50 Tampere | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:40 Vantaa | 2h10 | 13:50 Tampere | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 Vantaa | 2h10 | 14:50 Tampere | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Vantaa to Tampere run on average 3 times per day, taking around 2h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 but you can travel from only £6 by train.
There are 3 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 02:59, the last at 23:35. The fastest coach covers the 150 km distance in 2h 10m.
Distance 150 km |
Average bus duration 2h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 3 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 2:59 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Cheapest Month Dec |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
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Tipping is not expected. Service is included. You may round up in restaurants or taxis for good service; cafés usually do not require tips.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vantaa 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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