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

The cheapest way to get from Tampere to Varkaus is to bus which costs €30 - €40 and takes 4h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampere to Varkaus is to drive which takes 3h 32m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Tampere and Varkaus?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampere to Varkaus. However, there are services departing from 2 and arriving at 3 via Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 4. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Tampere and Varkaus?

No, there is no direct train from Tampere to Varkaus. However, there are services departing from Tampere and arriving at Varkaus via Pieksämäki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 2m.

How far is it from Tampere to Varkaus?

The distance between Tampere and Varkaus is 274 km. The road distance is 271.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Tampere to Varkaus without a car is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 2m to get from Tampere to Varkaus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampere to Varkaus bus from?

Tampere to Varkaus bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from 2 station.

Where do I catch the Tampere to Varkaus train from?

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

Train or bus from Tampere to Varkaus?

The best way to get from Tampere to Varkaus is to train which takes 4h 2m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €40 and takes 4h 40m.

Where does the Tampere to Varkaus bus arrive?

Tampere to Varkaus bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 4 station.

Where does the Tampere to Varkaus train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Tampere to Varkaus?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampere to Varkaus is 272 km. It takes approximately 3h 32m to drive from Tampere to Varkaus.

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

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Where can I stay near Varkaus?

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There are 3 ways to get from Tampere to Varkaus by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Tampere to Pieksämäkitrain Ic 155 / ...
2. Take the train from Pieksämäki to Varkaustrain Hdm 723 / ...
4h 2m
€33–56
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 2 to Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 4bus Ob9 / ...
2. Take the bus from Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 4 to 3bus Jyväskylä - Pieksämäki - Varkaus - Joensuu
4h 40m
€32–39
Drive 271.6 km
1. Drive from Tampere to Varkauscar 271.6 km
3h 32m
€50–72

Tampere to Varkaus by train

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Distance: 273.6 km
Duration: 4h 2m

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

You can take a train from Tampere to Varkaus via Pieksämäki in around 4h 2m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 2 to 3 via Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 4 in around 4h 40m.

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