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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kerava to Oulu

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 18 Sept

Cheapest price on 18 Sept

£49

Average ticket price on 18 Sept

£68

Fastest journey on 18 Sept

5 h 31 m

Average journey duration on 18 Sept

5 h 35 m

Trains on 18 Sept

46

Distance

513 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kerava to Oulu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Kerava to Oulu will cost around £68 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £49.

Fast trains

To travel from Kerava to Oulu you need to make at least one change.

  • VRLOL-9721 · PYO-265
    20:338h11
    Kerava
    4:44Oulu station
    £491One-way
    1 change
  • VRLOL-9737 · PYO-273
    0:038h05
    Kerava
    8:08Oulu station
    £491One-way
    1 change
  • VRLOL-9379 · LOL-9737 · PYO-273
    23:528h16
    Savio railway station
    8:08Oulu station
    £521One-way
    2 changes
  • VRLOL-9327 · LOL-9721 · PYO-265
    20:228h22
    Savio railway station
    4:44Oulu station
    £521One-way
    2 changes
  • VRLOL-9320 · PYO-265
    20:128h32
    Kerava
    4:44Oulu station
    £551One-way
    1 change

Travel Information

Compare train, coach and flight for Kerava to Oulu

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Kerava to Oulu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £27 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 3h 0m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £27, while a flight costs an average of £118.

Distance: 513 km

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Train
Most popular
Flight
Coach
Driving

£35

Average Price

£118

Average Price

£27

Average Price

Cheapest

£101

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

8h 40m

Average total duration

8h 10m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

3h 0m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 0m

Onboard

+

2h 0m

Additional time*

10h 11m

Average total duration

9h 41m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

6h 36m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Direct Options

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Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Kerava to Oulu is a coach with an average price of £27.

This is compared to other travel options from Kerava to Oulu:

A coach is £8 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kerava to Oulu costing on average £35.

A coach is £92 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Kerava to Oulu costing on average £118.

The fastest way to travel from Kerava to Oulu is by flight with an average journey time of 1h 0m.

Other travel options to Oulu take longer:

Train takes on average 8h 10m.

Coach takes on average 9h 41m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Kerava and Oulu including taking a train, coach and flight.
Take the train. It's the cheaper option, and the extra time on board is usually more relaxing than driving it.

Tickets start at around £35 compared to roughly £101 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £66. The journey takes 8h 10m versus 6h 36m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.

Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.

Live departures

Kerava to Oulu train times

The table below shows live departures for Kerava to Oulu trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
VRLOL-9160 · IC-25 · JLA-2501B12:12 Kerava
5h58
18:10 Oulu station2 changes
VRLOL-9160 · IC-25 · JLA-2501B12:14 Savio railway station
5h56
18:10 Oulu station2 changes
VRLOL-9671 · IC-145 · IC-3713:03 Kerava
6h38
19:41 Oulu station2 changes
VRLOL-9180 · IC-3713:12 Kerava
6h29
19:41 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9180 · IC-3713:14 Savio railway station
6h27
19:41 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9679 · S-87 · IC-2714:03 Kerava
6h09
20:12 Oulu station2 changes
VRLOL-9200 · IC-6714:12 Kerava
8h58
23:10 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9200 · IC-2714:12 Kerava
6h00
20:12 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9200 · IC-2714:14 Savio railway station
5h58
20:12 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9200 · IC-6714:14 Savio railway station
8h56
23:10 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9214 · SP-3914:54 Savio railway station
5h42
20:36 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9676 · SP-3914:56 Kerava
5h40
20:36 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9689 · IC-147 · IC-5116:13 Kerava
6h02
22:15 Oulu station2 changes
VRLOL-9707 · S-89 · IC-2918:03 Kerava
6h13
0:16 Oulu station2 changes
VRLOL-9280 · IC-2918:12 Kerava
6h04
0:16 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9280 · IC-2918:14 Savio railway station
6h02
0:16 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9320 · PYO-26520:12 Kerava
8h32
4:44 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9320 · PYO-26520:14 Savio railway station
8h30
4:44 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9327 · LOL-9721 · PYO-26520:22 Savio railway station
8h22
4:44 Oulu station2 changes
VRLOL-9721 · PYO-26520:33 Kerava
8h11
4:44 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9374 · PYO-27323:29 Kerava
8h39
8:08 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9374 · PYO-27323:31 Savio railway station
8h37
8:08 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9379 · LOL-9737 · PYO-27323:52 Savio railway station
8h16
8:08 Oulu station2 changes
Friday 18 September
VRLOL-9737 · PYO-2730:03 Kerava
8h05
8:08 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9614 · IC-354:35 Savio railway station
7h07
11:42 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9802 · IC-355:04 Kerava
6h38
11:42 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9026 · IC-216:12 Kerava
5h58
12:10 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9026 · IC-216:14 Savio railway station
5h56
12:10 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9074 · IC-238:12 Kerava
6h10
14:22 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9074 · IC-638:12 Kerava
8h33
16:45 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9074 · IC-638:14 Savio railway station
8h31
16:45 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9074 · IC-238:14 Savio railway station
6h08
14:22 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9651 · IC-143 · SP-3310:03 Kerava
5h42
15:45 Oulu station2 changes
VRLOL-9120 · SP-3310:12 Kerava
5h33
15:45 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9120 · SP-3310:14 Savio railway station
5h31
15:45 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9140 · IC-6511:12 Kerava
8h33
19:45 Oulu station1 change
VRLOL-9140 · IC-6511:14 Savio railway station
8h31
19:45 Oulu station1 change

This is the last train of the day.

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Kerava to Oulu

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Trains from Kerava to Oulu run on average 40 times per day, taking around 8h 10m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £18 if you book in advance.

The earliest train runs at 00:03, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 513 km distance in 7h 7m.

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
Distance
513 km
Average train duration
8h 10m
Cheapest ticket price
£18
Trains per day
40
Fastest train
7h 7m
First train
0:03
Last train
23:53
Cheapest Month
Jan
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jan - Mar
Low Season
Jul - Sept
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

Train companies: VR from Kerava to Oulu trainsVR trains will get you between Kerava and Oulu from £18. 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 VR Duration
8h 31m
Cheapest VR Price
£64
VR frequency
1 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

Train companies: VR from Kerava to Oulu trainsVR trains will get you between Kerava and Oulu from £18. 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 VR Duration
8h 31m
Cheapest VR Price
£64
VR frequency
1 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

What's included in each class

Compare VR classes and the amenities included in each one.

Eko Class
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
Ekstra Calm
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Quiet zone
  • Snacks to buy
Ekstra Relaxed
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Power plugs
  • Wide seats
  • Extra legroom
  • Meals to buy

Complete guide to Oulu

Things to do in Oulu

Discover the best of Oulu — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Oulu trip today.

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Tiedekeskus Tietomaa

A science centre focused on northern nature, technology and children’s discovery, with hands-on exhibitions in Tietomaa.

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Oulun taidemuseo

Oulu’s art museum presents changing exhibitions of Finnish and international contemporary art in Myllytulli.

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Turkansaaren museo

A small local museum in Turkansaari presenting regional life and folk culture, often paired with the nearby open-air church area.

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Euro (€)

Oulu is moderately priced for Finland. Hotels, dining and local transport cost less than Helsinki, but more than many Baltic or Central European city breaks.

Average meal costs

Budget
€10-15 for fast food or a simple lunch.
Mid-range
€20-35 per person for a restaurant meal.
Fine dining
€60+ per person for upscale dining.
Coffee
€3-5 for a coffee.

Tipping culture

Tipping is not expected. Service is included in restaurants; round up for excellent service if you wish. In taxis, rounding up is enough. Cafés do not require tips.

FAQs: Kerava to Oulu train

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

FAQs
The cost of a train ticket from Kerava to Oulu can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £18, while the average price tends to be around £35.
The train journey from Kerava to Oulu covers a distance of 513 km and takes approximately 7h 7m. Trains run 40 per day.
The train distance from Kerava to Oulu is 513 km.
The first train from Kerava to Oulu leaves at 0:03.
The last train from Kerava to Oulu departs at 23:53.
Trains from Kerava to Oulu run approximately 40 times per day.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kerava to Oulu.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Kerava to Oulu.
To get from Kerava to Oulu, you can choose from several travel options including train, coach and flight.
Yes, there is a night train from Kerava to Oulu.
The train station in Kerava that goes to Oulu is Kerava, and it arrives at Oulu station.
The cheapest way to get from Kerava to Oulu is by train, costing approximately £18.
Booking trains from Kerava to Oulu in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The train journey from Kerava to Oulu offers scenic views of Finland's diverse landscapes, including lush forests, serene lakes, and quaint rural villages, particularly as it travels through the picturesque Finnish countryside.
A day trip from Kerava to Oulu is not feasible as the travel time is 7h 7m. Trains run 37 times per day, covering a distance of 513 km.
To fully experience Oulu, including its vibrant cultural scene, beautiful parks, and unique attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
Yes, you can take the train from Kerava to Oulu.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Kerava and Oulu

Most Kerava to Oulu trains use the Kerava to Oulu station pair. Use this guide to compare Kerava and Oulu train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.

Departure train stations in Kerava
Arrival train stations in Oulu

Which Kerava station do trains to Oulu leave from?

Trains from Kerava to Oulu leave from Kerava. The station is from Kerava city centre at 04200 Kerava, Finland.
Kerava04200 Kerava, FinlandAccessibility

Kerava train station facilities and services

Kerava has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Kerava.

Savio04260 Kerava, FinlandATMAccessibilityBike Parking
City-centre transport

Getting to Savio from Kerava city centre

TrainK, T · 2m · £0.90 · every ~8 min
Bus699X · 5m · £4

Savio train station facilities and services

Savio has practical services for this route, including ATM, Accessibility and Bike Parking.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

ATMs are available at Savio.

Bike and car services

Available at Savio: Bike Parking.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Savio: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.

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