The cheapest and fastest buses from Helsinki to Kemi
Cheapest price
€24
Average price
€33
Fastest journey
10 h 5 m
Average duration
11 h 40 m
Buses per day
3
Distance
619 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Helsinki to Kemi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Kemi will cost around €33 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €24.
Of the 3 buses that leave Helsinki for Kemi on Thu, Nov 13, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Nov 13 the direct buses cover the 619 km distance in an average of 11 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 5 m .
On Thu, Nov 13 the slowest buses will take 14 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Kemi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €16. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 28m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, and a train costs an average of €19.
Distance: 619 km
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| Bus | Most popular Train |
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€24 Average price Cheapest | €64 Average price |
10h 46m Average total duration 10h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 58m Average total duration Fastest 8h 28m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Helsinki to Kemi bus times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Kemi buses for today, Wednesday, November 12. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:00 AM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 10h25 | 6:25 PM Kemi, Linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:20 AM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 10h05 | 6:25 PM Kemi, Linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 5:50 PM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 14h30 | 8:20 AM Kemi, Linja-autoasema | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Helsinki to Kemi
Buses from Helsinki to Kemi run on average 2 times per day, taking around 10h 16m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
There are 2 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:05, the last at 19:50. The fastest bus covers the 619 km distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 619 km |
Average bus duration 10h 16m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Buses per day 2 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 06:05 |
Last bus 19:50 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Helsinki to KemiYou can travel by bus between Helsinki to Kemi with FlixBus for as low as €16. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Helsinki to Kemi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Kemi by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kemi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the coach most frequently from Helsinki, linja-autoasema, which is located around 0.4 miles (678 m) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Kemi, Linja-autoasema, located 0.2 miles (435 m) away from the city centre.
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