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The cheapest and fastest trains from Kotka to Oulu
Showing times and prices for 10 Nov
Cheapest price
£43
Average price
£54
Fastest journey
7 h 36 m
Average duration
7 h 39 m
Trains per day
48
Distance
511 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kotka to Oulu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kotka to Oulu will cost around £54 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £43.
Fast trains
To travel from Kotka to Oulu you need to make at least one change.
LOL-1670 · LOL-9960 · PYO-26517:1711h27
Paimenportin04:44Oulu station
£431One-way
2 changes
LOL-1670 · LOL-9960 · PYO-26517:1211h32
Kotka Port railway station04:44Oulu station
£441One-way
2 changes
LOL-1668 · LOL-9952 · IC-177 · IC-2915:169h00
Kotka station00:16Oulu station
£441One-way
3 changes
LOL-1670 · LOL-9960 · PYO-26517:1511h29
Kotka station04:44Oulu station
£441One-way
2 changes
LOL-1668 · LOL-9952 · IC-177 · IC-2915:139h03
Kotka Port railway station00:16Oulu station
£441One-way
3 changes
LOL-1688 · IC-65 · H-495 · IC-3712:057h36
Paimenportin19:41Oulu station
£471One-way
3 changes
LOL-1688 · IC-65 · H-495 · IC-3712:037h38
Kotka station19:41Oulu station
£471One-way
3 changes
LOL-1688 · IC-6512:057h40
Paimenportin19:45Oulu station
£501One-way
1 change
LOL-1688 · IC-65 · H-495 · IC-3712:007h41
Kotka Port railway station19:41Oulu station
£471One-way
3 changes
LOL-1688 · IC-6512:037h42
Kotka station19:45Oulu station
£501One-way
1 change
Travel Information
Compare train and flight for Kotka to Oulu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kotka to Oulu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £19. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 2m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £19, and a flight costs an average of £67.
Distance: 511 km
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10h 30m Average total duration 10h 0m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 13h 17m Average total duration 12h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 2m Average total duration Fastest 1h 2m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kotka to Oulu train times
The table below shows live departures for Kotka to Oulu trains for tomorrow, Monday 10 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
Last updated at 17:39
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LOL-1662 · S-2 · IC-93 · IC-33 | 04:54 Kotka Port railway station | 8h51 | 13:45 Oulu station | 3 changes | |
| LOL-1662 · S-2 · IC-93 · IC-33 | 04:57 Kotka station | 8h48 | 13:45 Oulu station | 3 changes | |
| LOL-1662 · S-2 · IC-93 · IC-33 | 04:59 Paimenportin | 8h46 | 13:45 Oulu station | 3 changes | |
| LOL-1686 · IC-63 | 06:55 Kotka Port railway station | 7h50 | 14:45 Oulu station | 1 change | |
| LOL-1686 · S-64 · IC-25 | 06:55 Kotka Port railway station | 8h53 | 15:48 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1686 · IC-63 | 06:58 Kotka station | 7h47 | 14:45 Oulu station | 1 change | |
| LOL-1686 · S-64 · IC-25 | 06:58 Kotka station | 8h50 | 15:48 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1686 · S-64 · IC-25 | 07:00 Paimenportin | 8h48 | 15:48 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1686 · IC-63 | 07:00 Paimenportin | 7h45 | 14:45 Oulu station | 1 change | |
| LOL-1688 · IC-8 · IC-51 | 10:00 Kotka Port railway station | 10h15 | 20:15 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1688 · IC-65 | 10:00 Kotka Port railway station | 7h45 | 17:45 Oulu station | 1 change | |
| LOL-1688 · IC-65 · H-495 · IC-37 | 10:00 Kotka Port railway station | 7h41 | 17:41 Oulu station | 3 changes | |
| LOL-1688 · IC-65 · H-495 · IC-37 | 10:03 Kotka station | 7h38 | 17:41 Oulu station | 3 changes | |
| LOL-1688 · IC-65 | 10:03 Kotka station | 7h42 | 17:45 Oulu station | 1 change | |
| LOL-1688 · IC-8 · IC-51 | 10:03 Kotka station | 10h12 | 20:15 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1688 · IC-8 · IC-51 | 10:05 Paimenportin | 10h10 | 20:15 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1688 · IC-65 | 10:05 Paimenportin | 7h40 | 17:45 Oulu station | 1 change | |
| LOL-1688 · IC-65 · H-495 · IC-37 | 10:05 Paimenportin | 7h36 | 17:41 Oulu station | 3 changes | |
| LOL-1668 · LOL-9952 · IC-177 · IC-29 | 13:13 Kotka Port railway station | 9h03 | 22:16 Oulu station | 3 changes | |
| LOL-1668 · LOL-9852 · IC-29 | 13:13 Kotka Port railway station | 9h03 | 22:16 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1668 · LOL-9952 · IC-177 · IC-29 | 13:16 Kotka station | 9h00 | 22:16 Oulu station | 3 changes | |
| LOL-1668 · LOL-9852 · IC-29 | 13:16 Kotka station | 9h00 | 22:16 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1668 · LOL-9852 · IC-29 | 13:18 Paimenportin | 8h58 | 22:16 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1668 · LOL-9952 · IC-177 · IC-29 | 13:18 Paimenportin | 8h58 | 22:16 Oulu station | 3 changes | |
| LOL-1692 · IC-68 · IC-29 | 14:21 Kotka Port railway station | 7h55 | 22:16 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1692 · IC-68 · IC-29 | 14:24 Kotka station | 7h52 | 22:16 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1692 · IC-68 · IC-29 | 14:26 Paimenportin | 7h50 | 22:16 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9960 · PYO-265 | 15:12 Kotka Port railway station | 11h32 | 02:44 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9860 · PYO-265 | 15:12 Kotka Port railway station | 11h32 | 02:44 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9960 · PYO-269 | 15:12 Kotka Port railway station | 12h30 | 03:42 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9860 · PYO-269 | 15:12 Kotka Port railway station | 12h30 | 03:42 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · IC-10 · PYO-265 | 15:12 Kotka Port railway station | 11h32 | 02:44 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9860 · PYO-269 | 15:15 Kotka station | 12h27 | 03:42 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9860 · PYO-265 | 15:15 Kotka station | 11h29 | 02:44 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · IC-10 · PYO-265 | 15:15 Kotka station | 11h29 | 02:44 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9960 · PYO-265 | 15:15 Kotka station | 11h29 | 02:44 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9960 · PYO-269 | 15:15 Kotka station | 12h27 | 03:42 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9860 · PYO-269 | 15:17 Paimenportin | 12h25 | 03:42 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9860 · PYO-265 | 15:17 Paimenportin | 11h27 | 02:44 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9960 · PYO-265 | 15:17 Paimenportin | 11h27 | 02:44 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · LOL-9960 · PYO-269 | 15:17 Paimenportin | 12h25 | 03:42 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
| LOL-1670 · IC-10 · PYO-265 | 15:17 Paimenportin | 11h27 | 02:44 Oulu station | 2 changes | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kotka to Oulu
FinlandFinland
Trains from Kotka to Oulu run on average 38 times per day, taking around 10h 0m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £38 but you can travel from only £19 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 00:57, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 511 km distance in 7h 36m.
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 £19
Distance 511 km |
Average train duration 10h 0m |
Cheapest ticket price £38 |
Trains per day 38 |
Fastest train 7h 36m |
First train 00:57 |
Last train 23:53 |
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 £19
Train companies: VR from Kotka to Oulu trainsVR trains will get you between Kotka and Oulu from £19. 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
7h 36m
Cheapest Price
£35
VR frequency
38 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: Kotka to Oulu train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kotka 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.
To fully experience Oulu, including its vibrant cultural scene, beautiful parks, and unique attractions, a stay of 2 to 3 days is recommended.
The train distance from Kotka to Oulu is 511 km.
The train journey from Kotka to Oulu covers a distance of 511 km and takes approximately 7h 36m. Trains run 38 per day.
To get from Kotka to Oulu, you can choose from several travel options including train and flight.
The first train from Kotka to Oulu leaves at 0:57.
Booking trains from Kotka to Oulu in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
The last train from Kotka to Oulu departs at 23:53.
The cost of a train ticket from Kotka to Oulu can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £38, while the average price tends to be around £50.
Trains from Kotka to Oulu run approximately 38 times per day.
The cheapest way to get from Kotka to Oulu is by coach, costing approximately £19.
The train station in Kotka that goes to Oulu is Kotka station, and it arrives at Oulu station.
Unfortunately, there is no direct train service currently available from Kotka to Oulu.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Kotka to Oulu.
Yes, there is a night train from Kotka to Oulu.
Yes, you can take the train from Kotka to Oulu.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kotka and Oulu
Kotka
Oulu
The major train station for departures in Kotka is Kotka. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Kotka for your trip from Kotka to Oulu.
Kotka
Amenities at train station
ParkingDiningATMHotelBike Rentalinformation
Kyminlinna
Amenities at train station
ParkingAccessibilityBike Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Kotka Satama
Amenities at train station
ParkingATMAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rentalinformation
Accessibility
- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
Paimenportin
Amenities at train station
ParkingBike Rentalinformation
The major train station for arrivals in Oulu is Oulu. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Oulu for your journey to Oulu from Kotka.
Oulu
Amenities at train station
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Cartsinformation
Ticket Office Hours
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
Number of platforms
4Wifi
- Free
Parking
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Rautatienkatu.
Dining
- Ravintola Uleåborg 1881
- Sokeri-Jussin Kievari
Taxis
- Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
- Ramps, restrooms.
WC
- €1
Hotel
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Oulu
- Scandic Oulu City
- Lapland Hotels Oulu
Lost and Found Office
- Located in the main hall
Car Rental
- Avis
- Europcar
Information Desk
- Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
- Free
Station Plan
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki and regional destinations.
Public transport options for Oulu
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
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