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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rovaniemi to Oulu
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£31
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
7
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rovaniemi to Oulu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rovaniemi to Oulu will cost around £31 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
Of the 7 trains that leave Rovaniemi for Oulu every day 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
The slowest trains will take 2 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.
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Compare train and coach for Rovaniemi to Oulu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rovaniemi to Oulu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £6, and a train costs an average of £7.
Distance: 166 km
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Rovaniemi to Oulu train times
The table below shows live departures for Rovaniemi to Oulu trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-22 | 03:15 Rovaniemi station | 2h21 | 05:36 Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-24 | 07:22 Rovaniemi station | 2h18 | 09:40 Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| IC-34 | 11:02 Rovaniemi station | 2h21 | 13:23 Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| S-28 | 13:35 Rovaniemi station | 2h27 | 16:02 Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-266 | 15:52 Rovaniemi station | 2h32 | 18:24 Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
| PYO-274 | 19:00 Rovaniemi station | 2h40 | 21:40 Oulu station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Overview: Train from Rovaniemi to Oulu
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Trains from Rovaniemi to Oulu run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 30m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £7 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:52, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 18m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 18m |
First train 04:52 |
Last train 21:00 |
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FAQs: Rovaniemi to Oulu train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rovaniemi 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 Rovaniemi and Oulu
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Ratapihantie.
- Restaurant Nili
- Roka Kitchen & Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Scandic Rovaniemi City
- Arctic Light Hotel
- Santa's Hotel Santa Claus
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for domestic trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 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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