The average train between Rovaniemi and Kotka takes 14h 10m and the fastest train takes 11h 40m. The train service runs several times per day from Rovaniemi to Kotka. 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 3 times a day between Rovaniemi and Kotka. The earliest departure is at 5:15 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rovaniemi is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Kotka at 2:55 PM. All services require a transfer at Oulu and take an average of 14h 10m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.


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21h 2m • 2 changesWant to know about travelling from Rovaniemi to Kotka? 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 Rovaniemi to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Rovaniemi station and arriving at Kotka station via Oulu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 10m.
Rovaniemi to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Rovaniemi station.
Rovaniemi to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Kotka Satama station.
Book your Rovaniemi to Kotka train tickets online with Finnish Railways (VR).
The distance between Rovaniemi and Kotka is 673.6 km. The road distance is 873 km.
You can take a train from Rovaniemi to Kotka Satama via Oulu and Kouvola in around 12h 1m.