- Distance: 671.2 km
- Duration: 7h 8m
The average train between Helsinki and Oulu takes 7h 8m and the fastest train takes 5h 25m. The train service runs several times per day from Helsinki to Oulu. 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 3 hours between Helsinki and Oulu. The earliest departure is at 5:03 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Helsinki is at 8:24 PM which arrives into Oulu at 5:42 AM. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 7h 8m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helsinki station and arriving at Oulu station. Services depart every 3 hours, and operate Once daily. The journey takes approximately 7h 8m.
Helsinki to Oulu train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki station.
Helsinki to Oulu train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Oulu station.
Book your Helsinki to Oulu train tickets online with Finnish Railways (VR).
The distance between Helsinki and Oulu is 539.2 km. The road distance is 671 km.
Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Helsinki to Oulu every 3 hours. Tickets cost €80–140 and the journey takes 5h 28m.
