The average train between Lapland and Kuopio takes 9h 15m and the fastest train takes 6h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Lapland to Kuopio. 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 4 times a day between Lapland and Kuopio. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Lapland is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Kuopio at 11:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 9h 15m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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Want to know about travelling from Lapland to Kuopio? 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 Lapland to Kuopio. However, there are services departing from Lapland station and arriving at Kuopio station via Oulu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 15m.
Lapland to Kuopio train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Rovaniemi station.
Lapland to Kuopio train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Kuopio station.
Book your Lapland to Kuopio train tickets online with Finnish Railways (VR).
The distance between Lapland and Kuopio is 542.9 km. The road distance is 557 km.
You can take a train from Rovaniemi to Kuopio via Oulu in around 7h 21m.