What is the cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Oulu?

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Oulu is to bus which costs €29 - €80 and takes 8h 20m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helsinki to Oulu?

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Oulu is to fly which takes 3h 24m and costs €70 - €210.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Oulu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Helsinki and arriving at Oulu Bus Station station. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Helsinki and Oulu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helsinki and arriving at Oulu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 28m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Oulu?

The distance between Helsinki and Oulu is 671 km. The road distance is 606.4 km.

How do I travel from Helsinki to Oulu without a car?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Oulu without a car is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €75 - €130.

How long does it take to get from Helsinki to Oulu?

The train from Helsinki to Oulu takes 5h 28m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Oulu bus from?

Helsinki to Oulu bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from Helsinki station.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Oulu train from?

Helsinki to Oulu train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki station.

Train, bus or fly from Helsinki to Oulu?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Oulu is to train which takes 5h 28m and costs €75 - €130. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €29 - €80 and takes 8h 20m, you could also fly, which costs €70 - €210 and takes 3h 24m.

Where does the Helsinki to Oulu bus arrive?

Helsinki to Oulu bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at Oulu Bus Station.

Where does the Helsinki to Oulu train arrive?

Helsinki to Oulu train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Oulu station.

Can I drive from Helsinki to Oulu?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki to Oulu is 606 km. It takes approximately 6h 59m to drive from Helsinki to Oulu.

How do I get a train ticket from Helsinki to Oulu?

Book your Helsinki to Oulu train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Helsinki to Oulu?

Book your Helsinki to Oulu bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Oulu?

There are 310+ hotels available in Oulu.

Helsinki to Oulu - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 4 ways to get from Helsinki to Oulu by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Helsinki to Oulutrain Ic 25 / ...
5h 28m
€75–130
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Helsinki to Oulu Bus Stationbus Ob1
8h 20m
€29–80
Drive 606.4 km
1. Drive from Helsinki to Oulucar 606.4 km
6h 59m
€112–162
Fly
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Oulu Airport (OUL)plane HEL - OUL
3h 24m
€72–202

Helsinki to Oulu by train

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Distance: 671.2 km
Duration: 5h 28m

What companies run services between Helsinki, Finland and Oulu, Finland?

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Helsinki to Oulu hourly. Tickets cost €75–130 and the journey takes 5h 28m. Alternatively, OnniBus operates a bus from Helsinki to Oulu Bus Station every 4 hours. Tickets cost €29–40 and the journey takes 8h 20m. FlixBus also services this route 4 times a day.

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