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

The cheapest way to get from Kuopio to Tampere is to bus which costs €16 - €23 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuopio to Tampere is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Kuopio and Tampere?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Linja-autoasema 3 and arriving at 2. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kuopio and Tampere?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Kuopio and arriving at Tampere. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 21m.

How far is it from Kuopio to Tampere?

The distance between Kuopio and Tampere is 310 km. The road distance is 292.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuopio to Tampere without a car is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €65.

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

The train from Kuopio to Tampere takes 3h 21m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Tampere bus from?

Kuopio to Tampere bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from Linja-autoasema 3 station.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Tampere train from?

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

Train or bus from Kuopio to Tampere?

The best way to get from Kuopio to Tampere is to train which takes 3h 21m and costs €35 - €65. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €16 - €23 and takes 4h 5m.

Where does the Kuopio to Tampere bus arrive?

Kuopio to Tampere bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at 2 station.

Where does the Kuopio to Tampere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kuopio to Tampere?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuopio to Tampere is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Kuopio to Tampere.

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

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Where can I stay near Tampere?

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Kuopio to Tampere - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kuopio to Tampere by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kuopio to Tamperetrain Ic 142 / ...
3h 21m
€35–65
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linja-autoasema 3 to 2bus Ob9 / ...
4h 5m
€16–23
Drive 292.3 km
1. Drive from Kuopio to Tamperecar 292.3 km
3h 39m
€54–78
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Puijonlaaksontie E to Tulobus Kuopio - Suonenjoki - Jyväskylä
2. Take the train from Jyväskylä to Tamperetrain Ic 142 / ...
4h 33m
€39–64

Kuopio to Tampere by train

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Distance: 309.8 km
Duration: 3h 21m

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

Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Kuopio to Tampere twice daily. Tickets cost €35–65 and the journey takes 3h 21m. Alternatively, OnniBus operates a bus from Linja-autoasema 3 to 2 3 times a day. Tickets cost €16–23 and the journey takes 4h 5m.

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