The cheapest and fastest trains from Jyväskylä to Oulu
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
6 h 3 m
Average duration
7 h 33 m
Trains per day
4
Distance
309 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 4 trains that leave Jyväskylä for Oulu every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 309 km distance in an average of 7 h 33 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 3 m .
The slowest trains will take 8 h 57 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.








Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Jyväskylä to Oulu
Omio 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 prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 4h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £18.
Distance: 309 km
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£45 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 17m Average total duration 5h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 45m Average total duration Fastest 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Jyväskylä to Oulu train times
The table below shows live departures for Jyväskylä to Oulu trains for today, Thursday 25 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 02:24 Jyväskylä | 6h18 | 08:42 Oulu | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 06:05 Jyväskylä | 7h40 | 13:45 Oulu | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 07:50 Jyväskylä | 8h55 | 16:45 Oulu | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:47 Jyväskylä | 8h57 | 01:44 Oulu | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Jyväskylä to Oulu
Trains from Jyväskylä to Oulu run on average 14 times per day, taking around 5h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 309 km distance in 5h 58m.
Distance 309 km |
Average train duration 5h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price £18 |
Trains per day 14 |
Fastest train 5h 58m |
First train 00:57 |
Last train 23:53 |
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FAQs: Jyväskylä to Oulu train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Jyväskylä to Oulu 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 Oulu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Jyväskylä and Oulu
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Rautatienkatu.
- Ravintola Uleåborg 1881
- Sokeri-Jussin Kievari
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Oulu
- Scandic Oulu City
- Lapland Hotels Oulu
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki and regional destinations.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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