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

The cheapest way to get from Varkaus to Tampere is to bus which costs €30 - €40 and takes 4h 45m.

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

The fastest way to get from Varkaus to Tampere is to drive which takes 3h 30m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Varkaus and Tampere?

No, there is no direct bus from Varkaus to Tampere. However, there are services departing from 3 and arriving at 2 via Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 1. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 45m.

Is there a direct train between Varkaus and Tampere?

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

How far is it from Varkaus to Tampere?

The distance between Varkaus and Tampere is 274 km. The road distance is 271.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Varkaus to Tampere without a car is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €30 - €60.

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

It takes approximately 4h 3m to get from Varkaus to Tampere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Varkaus to Tampere bus from?

Varkaus to Tampere bus services, operated by Savonlinja Oy, depart from 3 station.

Where do I catch the Varkaus to Tampere train from?

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

Train or bus from Varkaus to Tampere?

The best way to get from Varkaus to Tampere is to train which takes 4h 3m and costs €30 - €60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €40 and takes 4h 45m.

Where does the Varkaus to Tampere bus arrive?

Varkaus to Tampere bus services, operated by Savonlinja Oy, arrive at Tulo station.

Where does the Varkaus to Tampere train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Varkaus to Tampere?

Yes, the driving distance between Varkaus to Tampere is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 30m to drive from Varkaus to Tampere.

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

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

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Varkaus to Pieksämäkitrain Hdm 720 / ...
2. Take the train from Pieksämäki to Tamperetrain Ic 142 / ...
4h 3m
€34–60
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 3 to Tulobus Joensuu - Varkaus - Pieksämäki - Jyväskylä
2. Take the bus from Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 1 to 2bus Ob9 / ...
4h 45m
€32–39
Drive 271.2 km
1. Drive from Varkaus to Tamperecar 271.2 km
3h 30m
€50–72

Varkaus to Tampere by train

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Distance: 273.6 km
Duration: 4h 3m

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

You can take a train from Varkaus to Tampere via Pieksämäki in around 4h 3m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 3 to 2 via Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 1 in around 4h 45m.

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