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The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Tampere

Showing times and prices for 09 Jan

Cheapest price

£19

Average price

£23

Fastest journey

1 h 32 m

Average duration

1 h 32 m

Trains per day

98

Distance

160 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 £23 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £19.

Fast trains

Of the 98 trains that leave Helsinki for Tampere every day 88 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.

VRLOL-9661
11:152h10
Pasila railway station
13:25Tampereen Rautatieasema
£191One-way
0 changes
VRLOL-9687
15:102h15
Helsinki Central
17:25Tampereen Rautatieasema
£191One-way
0 changes
VRLOL-9621
05:152h20
Pasila railway station
07:35Tampereen Rautatieasema
£191One-way
0 changes
VRLOL-9635
07:152h10
Pasila railway station
09:25Tampereen Rautatieasema
£191One-way
0 changes
VRLOL-9635
07:102h15
Helsinki Central
09:25Tampereen Rautatieasema
£191One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

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 1h 45m. 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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Coach

£16

Average Price

£5

Average Price

Cheapest

2h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 13m

Average total duration

3h 43m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

VR

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FlixBus

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Live departures

Helsinki to Tampere train times

The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Tampere trains for today, Thursday 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 06:39
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
vrgroupIC-9307:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
08:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-9307:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
08:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-964907:10 Helsinki Central
2h15
09:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-964907:15 Pasila railway station
2h10
09:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-4307:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
08:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-4307:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
08:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-14308:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
09:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-14308:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
09:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-3308:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
09:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-3308:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
09:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-4509:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
10:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-4509:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
10:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-966109:10 Helsinki Central
2h15
11:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-966109:15 Pasila railway station
2h10
11:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2510:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
11:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2510:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
11:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-14511:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
12:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-14511:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
12:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-967511:10 Helsinki Central
2h15
13:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-967511:15 Pasila railway station
2h10
13:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-3711:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
12:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-3711:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
12:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-8712:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
13:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-8712:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
13:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2712:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
13:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2712:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
13:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupSP-3912:54 Helsinki Central
1h45
14:39 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupSP-3913:00 Pasila railway station
1h39
14:39 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-15113:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
14:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-15113:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
14:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-968713:10 Helsinki Central
2h15
15:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-968713:15 Pasila railway station
2h10
15:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-4713:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
14:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-4713:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
14:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-14713:59 Helsinki Central
1h54
15:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-9693 · LOL-971714:05 Helsinki Central
2h34
16:39 Tampereen Rautatieasema1 change
vrgroupIC-14714:05 Pasila railway station
1h48
15:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-9693 · LOL-971714:10 Pasila railway station
2h29
16:39 Tampereen Rautatieasema1 change
vrgroupIC-5114:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
15:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-5114:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
15:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-5914:40 Helsinki Central
1h41
16:21 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-5914:46 Pasila railway station
1h35
16:21 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-17715:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
16:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-17715:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
16:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-970515:10 Helsinki Central
2h15
17:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-970515:15 Pasila railway station
2h10
17:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-4915:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
16:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-4915:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
16:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-8916:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
17:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-8916:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
17:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2916:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
17:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2916:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
17:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-14917:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
18:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-14917:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
18:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-971517:10 Helsinki Central
2h15
19:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-971517:15 Pasila railway station
2h10
19:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupPYO-26517:29 Helsinki Central
3h02
20:31 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupPYO-26517:37 Pasila railway station
2h54
20:31 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-18318:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
19:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-18318:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
19:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-9721 · PYO-26518:10 Helsinki Central
2h21
20:31 Tampereen Rautatieasema1 change
vrgroupLOL-9721 · PYO-26518:15 Pasila railway station
2h16
20:31 Tampereen Rautatieasema1 change
vrgroupS-5318:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
19:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupPYO-26918:24 Helsinki Central
2h49
21:13 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-5318:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
19:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupPYO-26918:31 Pasila railway station
2h42
21:13 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-9871 · PYO-26918:45 Helsinki Central
2h28
21:13 Tampereen Rautatieasema1 change
vrgroupLOL-9871 · PYO-26918:50 Pasila railway station
2h23
21:13 Tampereen Rautatieasema1 change
vrgroupLOL-972719:10 Helsinki Central
2h15
21:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-972719:15 Pasila railway station
2h10
21:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-18720:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
21:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-18720:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
21:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-973320:40 Helsinki Central
2h15
22:55 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-973320:45 Pasila railway station
2h10
22:55 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupPYO-27321:13 Helsinki Central
2h42
23:55 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupPYO-27321:20 Pasila railway station
2h35
23:55 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-9737 · PYO-27321:40 Helsinki Central
2h15
23:55 Tampereen Rautatieasema1 change
vrgroupLOL-9737 · PYO-27321:45 Pasila railway station
2h10
23:55 Tampereen Rautatieasema1 change
Friday 9 January
vrgroupLOL-9619 · LOL-962302:20 Helsinki Central
2h18
04:38 Tampereen Rautatieasema1 change
vrgroupLOL-9619 · LOL-962302:25 Pasila railway station
2h13
04:38 Tampereen Rautatieasema1 change
vrgroupIC-3503:03 Helsinki Central
1h50
04:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-3503:09 Pasila railway station
1h44
04:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-962103:10 Helsinki Central
2h25
05:35 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-962103:15 Pasila railway station
2h20
05:35 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2104:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
05:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2104:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
05:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-15505:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
06:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-15505:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
06:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-963505:10 Helsinki Central
2h15
07:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-963505:15 Pasila railway station
2h10
07:25 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-4105:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
06:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-4105:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
06:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-16506:00 Helsinki Central
1h53
07:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-16506:06 Pasila railway station
1h47
07:53 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2306:20 Helsinki Central
1h38
07:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2306:26 Pasila railway station
1h32
07:58 Tampereen Rautatieasema0 changesdirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Helsinki to Tampere

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Trains from Helsinki to Tampere run on average 83 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £8 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.

There are 76 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 1h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5
Distance
160 km
Average train duration
1h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
£8
Trains per day
83
Direct trains
76
Fastest train
1h 50m
First train
00:15
Last train
23:46
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from £5

Train companies: VR from Helsinki to Tampere trainsVR trains will get you between Helsinki and Tampere from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
£8
VR frequency
107 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Helsinki to Tampere train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki 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.

FAQs
For a fulfilling visit to Tampere, plan for 2 to 3 days to explore its main attractions, such as the Vapriikki Museum, Pyynikki Observation Tower, and the Moomin Museum, while also enjoying its vibrant cafe culture.
Yes, a day trip from Helsinki to Tampere is feasible with a travel duration of 1h 50m and a distance of 160 km. Trains run 83 times per day, making it easy to plan a round trip.
Booking trains from Helsinki to Tampere in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Helsinki to Tampere offers scenic views, passing through picturesque Finnish landscapes, including lush forests, serene lakes, and charming countryside settings.
The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Tampere is by coach, costing approximately £5.
The train distance from Helsinki to Tampere is 160 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Helsinki to Tampere can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £8, while the average price tends to be around £16.
The train journey from Helsinki to Tampere covers a distance of 160 km and takes approximately 1h 50m. Trains run 83 per day.
The last train from Helsinki to Tampere departs at 23:46.
Yes, there is a direct train between Helsinki and Tampere. The service operates 76 times per day, provided by VR.
The train station in Helsinki that goes to Tampere is Helsinki Central, and it arrives at Tampereen Rautatieasema.
The first train from Helsinki to Tampere leaves at 0:15.
Trains from Helsinki to Tampere run approximately 83 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Helsinki to Tampere.
Yes, you can take the train from Helsinki to Tampere.
Yes, there is a night train from Helsinki to Tampere.
To get from Helsinki to Tampere, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Helsinki and Tampere

Helsinki
Tampere
The major train station for departures in Helsinki is Helsinki. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Helsinki for your trip from Helsinki to Tampere.
HelsinkiWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
19
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Elielinaukio and Postikatu.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Vltava
  • Ravintola Zetor
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Kämp
  • Scandic Simonkenttä
  • Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for long-distance and regional trains
  • Hall 2: local train platforms
  • Hall 3: metro and tram connections
Public transport options for Helsinki
  • Metro: Line M1, Line M2
  • Tram: Lines 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
  • Bus: Several lines available
PasilaWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7, accessible via the Tripla shopping center.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Tripla
  • Outrun Cafe
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Scandic Pasila
  • Original Sokos Hotel Tripla
  • Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 3,400 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance trains
  • Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for commuter trains
  • Hall 3: access to Tripla shopping center
Public transport options for Pasila
  • Tram: Lines 2, 7, 9
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Local and long-distance services
IlmalaParkingTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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