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

The cheapest way to get from Oulu to Helsinki Central Station is to bus via Paavalinkirkko which costs €35 - €50 and takes 8h 11m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oulu to Helsinki Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs €70 - €200.

Is there a direct bus between Oulu and Helsinki Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from 12 and arriving at 30-35. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Oulu and Helsinki Central Station?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Oulu and arriving at Helsinki. Services depart every two hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 49m.

How far is it from Oulu to Helsinki Central Station?

The distance between Oulu and Helsinki Central Station is 554 km. The road distance is 606 km.

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

The best way to get from Oulu to Helsinki Central Station without a car is to train which takes 5h 49m and costs €80 - €140.

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

It takes approximately 3h 14m to get from Oulu to Helsinki Central Station, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oulu to Helsinki Central Station bus from?

Oulu to Helsinki Central Station bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from 12 station.

Where do I catch the Oulu to Helsinki Central Station train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Oulu to Helsinki Central Station?

The best way to get from Oulu to Helsinki Central Station is to fly which takes 3h 14m and costs €70 - €200. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €80 - €140 and takes 5h 49m, you could also bus via Paavalinkirkko, which costs €35 - €50 and takes 8h 11m.

Where does the Oulu to Helsinki Central Station bus arrive?

Oulu to Helsinki Central Station bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at 30-35 station.

Where does the Oulu to Helsinki Central Station train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Oulu to Helsinki Central Station?

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

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

Book your Oulu to Helsinki Central Station train tickets online with Omio.

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

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

Where can I stay near Helsinki Central Station?

There are 1316+ hotels available in Helsinki Central Station.

Oulu to Helsinki Central Station - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, and bus

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There are 5 ways to get from Oulu to Helsinki Central Station by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly
best
1. Fly from Oulu Airport (OUL) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane OUL - HEL
3h 14m
€72–200
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 12 to 30-35bus Ob4 / ...
8h 22m
€30–85
Train
1. Take the train from Oulu to Helsinkitrain Ic 24 / ...
5h 49m
€80–140
Bus via Paavalinkirkko
1. Take the bus from 12 to Paavalinkirkkobus Ob4 / ...
8h 11m
€36–47
Drive 606 km
1. Drive from Oulu to Helsinki Central Stationcar 606 km
6h 59m
€110–159

Oulu to Helsinki Central Station by train

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Distance: 554.1 km
Duration: 3h 14m

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

Finnair flies from Oulu Airport (OUL) to Helsinki Airport (HEL) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Oulu to Helsinki every 2 hours. Tickets cost €80–140 and the journey takes 5h 49m.

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