The average train between Rovaniemi and Nivala takes 4h 42m and the fastest train takes 3h 54m. The train service runs several times per day from Rovaniemi to Nivala. 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 twice daily between Rovaniemi and Nivala. The earliest departure is at 9:22 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rovaniemi is at 9:00 PM which arrives into Nivala at 7:46 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 42m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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No, there is no direct train from Rovaniemi to Nivala. However, there are services departing from Rovaniemi station and arriving at Nivala station via Ylivieska. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.
Rovaniemi to Nivala train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Rovaniemi station.
Rovaniemi to Nivala train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Ylivieska station.
Book your Rovaniemi to Nivala train tickets online with Finnish Railways (VR) and Pohjois-Suomen Rautatieharrastajat ry.
The distance between Rovaniemi and Nivala is 288 km. The road distance is 356 km.
Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Rovaniemi to Ylivieska every 4 hours. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 3h 30m.
