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

The cheapest way to get from Kuopio to Oulu is to bus which costs €17 - €25 and takes 4h 10m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuopio to Oulu is to drive which takes 3h 34m and costs €50 - €80.

Is there a direct bus between Kuopio and Oulu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Linja-autoasema and arriving at Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituri. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Kuopio and Oulu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kuopio and arriving at Oulu. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 59m.

How far is it from Kuopio to Oulu?

The distance between Kuopio and Oulu is 347 km. The road distance is 287.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuopio to Oulu without a car is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs €40 - €70.

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

The train from Kuopio to Oulu takes 3h 59m including transfers and departs five times a day.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Oulu bus from?

Kuopio to Oulu bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from Linja-autoasema station.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Oulu train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kuopio to Oulu?

The best way to get from Kuopio to Oulu is to train which takes 3h 59m and costs €40 - €70. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €17 - €25 and takes 4h 10m, you could also fly, which costs €140 - €390 and takes 5h 33m.

Where does the Kuopio to Oulu bus arrive?

Kuopio to Oulu bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituri station.

Where does the Kuopio to Oulu train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kuopio to Oulu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuopio to Oulu is 288 km. It takes approximately 3h 34m to drive from Kuopio to Oulu.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Oulu?

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kuopio to Oulutrain Ic 65 / ...
3h 59m
€40–70
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linja-autoasema to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Ob5
4h 10m
€17–25
Drive 287.7 km
1. Drive from Kuopio to Oulucar 287.7 km
3h 34m
€54–78
Fly
1. Fly from Kuopio (KUO) to Oulu Airport (OUL)plane KUO - OUL
5h 33m
€142–385

Kuopio to Oulu by train

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Distance: 347 km
Duration: 3h 59m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Kuopio to Oulu 5 times a day. Tickets cost €40–70 and the journey takes 3h 59m. Alternatively, OnniBus operates a bus from Linja-autoasema to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituri once daily. Tickets cost €17–25 and the journey takes 4h 10m.

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