The average train between Kotka and Tampere takes 5h 4m and the fastest train takes 3h 44m. The train service runs several times per day from Kotka to Tampere. 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 Kotka and Tampere. The earliest departure is at 6:53 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Kotka is at 9:14 PM which arrives into Tampere at 7:58 AM. All services require a transfer at Kouvola and take an average of 5h 4m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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Want to know about travelling from Kotka to Tampere? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Kotka to Tampere. However, there are services departing from Kotka station and arriving at Tampere station via Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 4m.
Kotka to Tampere train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Kotkan satama station.
Kotka to Tampere train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Tampere station.
Book your Kotka to Tampere train tickets online with Finnish Railways (VR).
The distance between Kotka and Tampere is 205.4 km. The road distance is 368 km.
You can take a train from Kotkan satama to Tampere via Kouvola and Tikkurila in around 5h 27m.