The cheapest and fastest buses from Helsinki to Tampere
Cheapest price
€5
Average price
€5
Fastest journey
2 h 15 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Buses per day
7
Distance
160 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Helsinki to Tampere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Helsinki to Tampere will cost around €5 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €5.
Of the 7 buses that leave Helsinki for Tampere on Fri, Jan 30, 7 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jan 30 the direct buses cover the 160 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 15 m .
On Fri, Jan 30 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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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Compare train and bus for Helsinki to Tampere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Helsinki to Tampere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 45m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €9.
Distance: 160 km
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€6 Average price Cheapest | €17 Average price |
4h 13m Average total duration 3h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 15m Average total duration Fastest 1h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Helsinki to Tampere bus times
The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Tampere buses for today, Thursday, January 29. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 8:30 AM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 3h20 | 11:50 AM Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:50 AM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 3h00 | 11:50 AM Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:15 AM Helsinki, Pasilan asema | 2h35 | 11:50 AM Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 3h20 | 2:50 PM Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 PM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 2h50 | 2:50 PM Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 AM Helsinki, Länsiterminaali 2 | 2h45 | 7:45 AM Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Helsinki, linja-autoasema | 2h15 | 7:45 AM Tampere, Linja-autoasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Helsinki to Tampere
Buses from Helsinki to Tampere run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 7 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:59, the last at 23:35. The fastest bus covers the 160 km distance in 2h 35m.
Distance 160 km |
Average bus duration 3h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 2h 35m |
First bus 02:59 |
Last bus 23:35 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Helsinki to TampereYou can travel by bus between Helsinki to Tampere with FlixBus for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Helsinki to Tampere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Tampere 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 Tampere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
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- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
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- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
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- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
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- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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