The cheapest and fastest trains from Oulu to Kemi
Cheapest price
€8
Average price
€13
Fastest journey
58 m
Average duration
1 h 16 m
Trains per day
5
Distance
91 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oulu to Kemi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oulu to Kemi will cost around €13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €8.
Of the 5 trains that leave Oulu for Kemi on Mon, Nov 17, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 17 the direct trains cover the 91 km distance in an average of 1 h 16 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 58 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 the slowest trains will take 1 h 25 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.










Travel Information
Compare bus and train for Oulu to Kemi
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oulu to Kemi 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 3m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a train costs an average of €4.
Distance: 91 km
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€12 Average price | €6 Average price Cheapest |
1h 33m Average total duration Fastest 1h 3m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 50m Average total duration 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Oulu to Kemi train times
The table below shows live departures for Oulu to Kemi trains for today, Sunday, November 16. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC-25 | 4:00 PM Oulu station | 1h03 | 5:03 PM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
IC-27 | 6:24 PM Oulu station | 0h58 | 7:22 PM Kemi station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, November 17 | |||||
![]() | 5:26 AM Oulu | 1h06 | 6:32 AM Kemi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:50 AM Oulu | 1h24 | 10:14 AM Kemi | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Oulu | 1h25 | 10:55 AM Kemi | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oulu to Kemi
Trains from Oulu to Kemi run on average 6 times per day, taking around 1h 3m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €4 if you book in advance.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:39, the last at 22:50. The fastest train covers the 91 km distance in 58m.
Distance 91 km |
Average train duration 1h 3m |
Cheapest ticket price €4 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 58m |
First train 04:39 |
Last train 22:50 |
Train companies: VR from Oulu to Kemi trainsVR trains will get you between Oulu and Kemi from €4. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Trains from Oulu to Kemi
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oulu to Kemi 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 Kemi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Oulu, which is located around 0.7 miles (1.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Kemi, located 0.3 miles (542 m) away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oulu to Kemi
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, 24 hours. Access via Rautatienkatu.
- Ravintola Uleåborg 1881
- Sokeri-Jussin Kievari
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Radisson Blu Hotel, Oulu
- Scandic Oulu City
- Lapland Hotels Oulu
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-4 for trains to Helsinki and regional destinations.
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line T1
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Merihovi
- Cafe Hertta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Merihovi
- Seaside Glass Villas
- Hotel Palomestari
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: trains to Rovaniemi
- Platform 2: trains to Oulu
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi services are also accessible.

