The average train between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Rovaniemi takes 9h 32m and the fastest train takes 8h 1m. The train service runs several times per day from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Rovaniemi. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run every 4 hours between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Rovaniemi. The earliest departure is at 2:22 AM at night, and the last departure from Helsinki Airport (HEL) is at 11:42 PM which arrives into Rovaniemi at 10:59 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 9h 32m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Rovaniemi. However, there are services departing from Helsinki Airport (HEL) station and arriving at Rovaniemi station via Rovaniemi. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 32m.
Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Rovaniemi train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Tikkurila station.
Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Rovaniemi train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Rovaniemi station.
The distance between Helsinki Airport (HEL) and Rovaniemi is 688.5 km. The road distance is 873 km.
Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Tikkurila to Rovaniemi every 4 hours. Tickets cost €100–180 and the journey takes 7h 47m.