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The cheapest and fastest trains from Helsinki to Tampere

Showing times and prices for Dec 26

Cheapest price

€18

Average price

€25

Fastest journey

1 h 32 m

Average duration

1 h 32 m

Trains per day

90

Distance

160 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train 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 €25 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €18.

Fast trains

Of the 90 trains that leave Helsinki for Tampere on Fri, Dec 26, 82 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

On Fri, Dec 26 the direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 1 h 32 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 32 m .

On Fri, Dec 26 the slowest trains will take 1 h 32 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.

VRLOL-9649
09:10AM2h15
Helsinki Central
11:25AMTampereen Rautatieasema
181One-way
0 transfers
VRLOL-9661
11:15AM2h10
Pasila railway station
01:25PMTampereen Rautatieasema
181One-way
0 transfers
VRLOL-9687
03:10PM2h15
Helsinki Central
05:25PMTampereen Rautatieasema
181One-way
0 transfers
VRLOL-9635
07:15AM2h10
Pasila railway station
09:25AMTampereen Rautatieasema
181One-way
0 transfers
VRLOL-9635
07:10AM2h15
Helsinki Central
09:25AMTampereen Rautatieasema
181One-way
0 transfers

Travel Information

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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Bus

€17

Average price

€6

Average price

Cheapest

2h 15m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 45m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

4h 13m

Average total duration

3h 43m

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30m

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Live departures

Helsinki to Tampere train times

The table below shows live departures for Helsinki to Tampere trains for today, Thursday, December 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 9:27 AM
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesTransfers
Tickets
vrgroupS-17110:00 AM Helsinki Central
1h53
11:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupS-17110:06 AM Pasila railway station
1h47
11:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-2510:20 AM Helsinki Central
1h38
11:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-2510:26 AM Pasila railway station
1h32
11:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-14511:00 AM Helsinki Central
1h53
12:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-14511:06 AM Pasila railway station
1h47
12:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-967511:10 AM Helsinki Central
2h15
1:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-967511:15 AM Pasila railway station
2h10
1:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-3711:20 AM Helsinki Central
1h38
12:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-3711:26 AM Pasila railway station
1h32
12:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupS-8712:00 PM Helsinki Central
1h53
1:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupS-8712:06 PM Pasila railway station
1h47
1:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-2712:20 PM Helsinki Central
1h38
1:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-2712:26 PM Pasila railway station
1h32
1:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-96871:10 PM Helsinki Central
2h15
3:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-96871:15 PM Pasila railway station
2h10
3:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-471:20 PM Helsinki Central
1h38
2:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-471:26 PM Pasila railway station
1h32
2:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1471:59 PM Helsinki Central
1h54
3:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1472:05 PM Pasila railway station
1h48
3:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-512:20 PM Helsinki Central
1h38
3:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-512:26 PM Pasila railway station
1h32
3:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1773:00 PM Helsinki Central
1h53
4:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1773:06 PM Pasila railway station
1h47
4:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-97053:10 PM Helsinki Central
2h15
5:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-97053:15 PM Pasila railway station
2h10
5:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-493:20 PM Helsinki Central
1h38
4:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-493:26 PM Pasila railway station
1h32
4:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-294:20 PM Helsinki Central
1h38
5:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-294:26 PM Pasila railway station
1h32
5:58 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1495:00 PM Helsinki Central
1h53
6:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1495:06 PM Pasila railway station
1h47
6:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-97155:10 PM Helsinki Central
2h15
7:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-97155:15 PM Pasila railway station
2h10
7:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupPYO-2655:29 PM Helsinki Central
3h02
8:31 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupPYO-2655:37 PM Pasila railway station
2h54
8:31 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupS-1836:00 PM Helsinki Central
1h53
7:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupS-1836:06 PM Pasila railway station
1h47
7:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-9721 · PYO-2656:10 PM Helsinki Central
2h21
8:31 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-9721 · PYO-2656:15 PM Pasila railway station
2h16
8:31 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema1 transfer
vrgroupPYO-2696:24 PM Helsinki Central
2h49
9:13 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupPYO-2696:31 PM Pasila railway station
2h42
9:13 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-9871 · PYO-2696:45 PM Helsinki Central
2h28
9:13 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-9871 · PYO-2696:50 PM Pasila railway station
2h23
9:13 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-97277:10 PM Helsinki Central
2h15
9:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-97277:15 PM Pasila railway station
2h10
9:25 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupPYO-2677:19 PM Helsinki Central
3h01
10:20 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupPYO-2677:26 PM Pasila railway station
2h54
10:20 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-9875 · PYO-2677:45 PM Helsinki Central
2h35
10:20 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-9875 · PYO-2677:50 PM Pasila railway station
2h30
10:20 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema1 transfer
vrgroupIC-1878:00 PM Helsinki Central
1h53
9:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1878:06 PM Pasila railway station
1h47
9:53 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-97338:40 PM Helsinki Central
2h15
10:55 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-97338:45 PM Pasila railway station
2h10
10:55 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupPYO-2739:13 PM Helsinki Central
2h42
11:55 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupPYO-2739:20 PM Pasila railway station
2h35
11:55 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-9737 · PYO-2739:40 PM Helsinki Central
2h15
11:55 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema1 transfer
vrgroupLOL-9737 · PYO-2739:45 PM Pasila railway station
2h10
11:55 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema1 transfer
Friday, December 26
vrgroupIC-214:20 AM Helsinki Central
1h38
5:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-214:26 AM Pasila railway station
1h32
5:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1555:00 AM Helsinki Central
1h53
6:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1555:06 AM Pasila railway station
1h47
6:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-96355:10 AM Helsinki Central
2h15
7:25 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-96355:15 AM Pasila railway station
2h10
7:25 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupS-415:20 AM Helsinki Central
1h38
6:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupS-415:26 AM Pasila railway station
1h32
6:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-236:20 AM Helsinki Central
1h38
7:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-236:26 AM Pasila railway station
1h32
7:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-937:00 AM Helsinki Central
1h53
8:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-937:06 AM Pasila railway station
1h47
8:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-96497:10 AM Helsinki Central
2h15
9:25 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-96497:15 AM Pasila railway station
2h10
9:25 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-437:20 AM Helsinki Central
1h38
8:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-437:26 AM Pasila railway station
1h32
8:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1438:00 AM Helsinki Central
1h53
9:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-1438:06 AM Pasila railway station
1h47
9:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-338:20 AM Helsinki Central
1h38
9:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-338:26 AM Pasila railway station
1h32
9:58 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-459:00 AM Helsinki Central
1h53
10:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupIC-459:06 AM Pasila railway station
1h47
10:53 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-96619:10 AM Helsinki Central
2h15
11:25 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect
vrgroupLOL-96619:15 AM Pasila railway station
2h10
11:25 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema0 transfersDirect

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Helsinki to Tampere

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Trains from Helsinki to Tampere run on average 83 times per day, taking around 1h 45m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €9 but you can travel from only €5 by bus.

There are 76 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 1h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5
Distance
160 km
Average train duration
1h 45m
Cheapest ticket price
€9
Trains per day
83
Direct trains
76
Fastest train
1h 50m
First train
00:15
Last train
23:46
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Bus from €5

Train companies: VR from Helsinki to Tampere trainsVR trains will get you between Helsinki and Tampere from €5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 34m
Cheapest Price
€9
VR frequency
107 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Trains from Helsinki to Tampere

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Helsinki to Tampere by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tampere, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Helsinki to Tampere can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Helsinki to Tampere is €12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The train time between Helsinki and Tampere is on average 1 h 33 min   for the 160 km long journey, but the time it takes to go from Helsinki to Tampere by train can vary depending on specific dates or if traveling on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Helsinki to Tampere leaves at 00: 30. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Helsinki to Tampere leaves at 23: 54.
Yes, there are 79 direct trains a day from Helsinki to Tampere with VR. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct trains.
For the trip from Helsinki to Tampere you can take a train with VR. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services between Helsinki and Tampere on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Yes, you can take a night train from Helsinki to Tampere with VR. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  
A day trip to Tampere from Helsinki is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 33 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month to travel from Helsinki to Tampere by train is May.
Yes, you can take a train from Helsinki to Tampere.

popular train stations

Popular train stations from Helsinki to Tampere

Helsinki
Tampere
The major train station for departures in Helsinki is Helsinki. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Helsinki for your trip from Helsinki to Tampere.
HelsinkiWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLoungeLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
LoungeLounge
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:30 AM - 9:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
19
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7. Access via Elielinaukio and Postikatu.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Vltava
  • Ravintola Zetor
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Hotel Kämp
  • Scandic Simonkenttä
  • Clarion Hotel Helsinki
Lounge
Lounge
  • Located in the main hall
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-11 for long-distance and regional trains
  • Hall 2: local train platforms
  • Hall 3: metro and tram connections
Public transit options for Helsinki
  • Metro: Line M1, Line M2
  • Tram: Lines 2, 3, 6, 7, 9
  • Bus: Several lines available
PasilaWifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
ParkingParking
DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
ticketOfficeHours
Distance to city center
3 km
platformCount
Number of platforms
8
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • The car park is open 24/7, accessible via the Tripla shopping center.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant Tripla
  • Outrun Cafe
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Ramps, restrooms.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Scandic Pasila
  • Original Sokos Hotel Tripla
  • Holiday Inn Helsinki - Expo
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Bike Parking
Bike Parking
  • 3,400 places, covered
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
  • Hertz
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platforms 1-4 for long-distance trains
  • Hall 2: platforms 5-8 for commuter trains
  • Hall 3: access to Tripla shopping center
Public transit options for Pasila
  • Tram: Lines 2, 7, 9
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Train: Local and long-distance services
IlmalaParkingTaxisAccessibilityBike ParkingBike Rental
Amenities at train station
ParkingParking
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
information
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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