4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oulu to Tampere
Cheapest price
€46
Average price
€60
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h
Trains per day
28
Distance
400 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oulu to Tampere is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oulu to Tampere will cost around €60 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
Of the 28 trains that leave Oulu for Tampere on Fri, Jul 03, 13 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 03 the direct trains cover the 400 km distance in an average of 4 h but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
On Fri, Jul 03 the slowest trains will take 4 h 18 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.
PYO-274 · IC-46111:53 PM8h23Oulu station8:16 AMTesoma railway station€461One-way1 transfer- IC-30 · LOL-17194:32 AM4h20Oulu station8:52 AMTesoma railway station€461One-way1 transfer
- IC-304:32 AM3h52Oulu station8:24 AMTampereen Rautatieasema€461One-way0 transfers
- PYO-27411:53 PM5h42Oulu station5:35 AMTampereen Rautatieasema€461One-way0 transfers
- PYO-276 · IC-4012:57 AM5h57Oulu station6:54 AMTampereen Rautatieasema€461One-way1 transfer
- IC-286:08 PM3h43Oulu station9:51 PMTampereen Rautatieasema€541One-way0 transfers
- IC-304:32 AM3h52Oulu station8:24 AMTampereen Rautatieasema€461One-way0 transfers
- IC-2411:50 AM4h01Oulu station3:51 PMTampereen Rautatieasema€641One-way0 transfers
- IC-227:46 AM4h05Oulu station11:51 AMTampereen Rautatieasema€641One-way0 transfers
- IC-261:33 PM4h18Oulu station5:51 PMTampereen Rautatieasema€741One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Oulu to Tampere
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oulu to Tampere among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €17. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 41m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of €17, and a bus costs an average of €34.
Distance: 400 km
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€42 Average price Cheapest | €49 Average price |
5h 11m Average total duration Fastest 4h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 15m Average total duration 9h 45m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oulu to Tampere train times
The table below shows live departures for Oulu to Tampere trains for today, Thursday, July 2. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-22 · IC-465 | 7:46 AM Oulu station | 4h33 | 12:19 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-22 | 7:46 AM Oulu station | 4h05 | 11:51 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-38 | 9:16 AM Oulu station | 4h35 | 1:51 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-38 · IC-467 | 9:16 AM Oulu station | 5h03 | 2:19 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-68 · S-146 | 10:03 AM Oulu station | 7h46 | 5:49 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
| IC-68 · S-146 · LOL-9717 | 10:03 AM Oulu station | 8h45 | 6:48 PM Tesoma railway station | 2 transfers | |
| IC-24 · IC-469 | 11:50 AM Oulu station | 4h29 | 4:19 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-24 | 11:50 AM Oulu station | 4h01 | 3:51 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-26 · IC-471 | 1:33 PM Oulu station | 4h46 | 6:19 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-26 | 1:33 PM Oulu station | 4h18 | 5:51 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-34 · IC-473 | 3:30 PM Oulu station | 4h49 | 8:19 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-34 | 3:30 PM Oulu station | 4h24 | 7:54 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| SP-56 · LOL-1769 | 4:11 PM Oulu station | 5h37 | 9:48 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| SP-56 | 4:11 PM Oulu station | 4h40 | 8:51 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-28 · IC-475 | 6:08 PM Oulu station | 4h18 | 10:26 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-28 | 6:08 PM Oulu station | 3h43 | 9:51 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-264 | 8:14 PM Oulu station | 7h42 | 3:56 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-264 · LOL-1705 | 8:14 PM Oulu station | 9h24 | 5:38 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| PYO-266 | 8:55 PM Oulu station | 5h55 | 2:50 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-266 · LOL-1705 | 8:55 PM Oulu station | 8h43 | 5:38 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| PYO-274 · IC-477 | 11:53 PM Oulu station | 6h15 | 6:08 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| PYO-274 | 11:53 PM Oulu station | 5h42 | 5:35 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 3 | |||||
| PYO-276 · LOL-1713 | 12:57 AM Oulu station | 6h51 | 7:48 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| PYO-276 | 12:57 AM Oulu station | 6h16 | 7:13 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-276 · IC-40 | 12:57 AM Oulu station | 5h57 | 6:54 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
| IC-30 · LOL-1719 | 4:32 AM Oulu station | 4h20 | 8:52 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-30 | 4:32 AM Oulu station | 3h52 | 8:24 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-20 | 5:21 AM Oulu station | 4h30 | 9:51 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-20 · S-165 | 5:21 AM Oulu station | 4h58 | 10:19 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| SP-36 · LOL-1729 | 6:27 AM Oulu station | 5h21 | 11:48 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| SP-36 | 6:27 AM Oulu station | 4h24 | 10:51 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oulu to Tampere
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Trains from Oulu to Tampere run on average 22 times per day, taking around 4h 41m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 if you book in advance.
There are 11 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:26, the last at 23:53. The fastest train covers the 400 km distance in 3h 52m.
Distance 400 km |
Average train duration 4h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 22 |
Direct trains 11 |
Fastest train 3h 52m |
First train 12:26 AM |
Last train 11:53 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 28 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Oulu to Tampere
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oulu 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.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oulu to Tampere
Most Oulu to Tampere trains use the Oulu to Tampereen Rautatieasema station pair, with some services arriving at Tesoma. Use this guide to compare Oulu and Tampere train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Oulu station do trains to Tampere leave from?
Getting to Oulu from Oulu city centre
Oulu train station facilities and services
Oulu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Ravintola Uleåborg 1881, Sokeri-Jussin Kievari
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Oulu. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Oulu. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Oulu: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Oulu: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Oulu: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Radisson Blu Hotel, Oulu, Scandic Oulu City, Lapland Hotels Oulu.
Which Tampere station do trains from Oulu arrive at?
Getting to Tampereen Rautatieasema from Tampere city centre
Tampereen Rautatieasema train station facilities and services
Tampereen Rautatieasema has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurant C, Ravintola Tampella
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tampereen Rautatieasema. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Tampereen Rautatieasema. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tampereen Rautatieasema: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Tampereen Rautatieasema: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tampereen Rautatieasema: Elevators, ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Tampere City, Solo Sokos Hotel Torni Tampere, Lapland Hotels Tampere, Omena Hotel Tampere.
Getting to Tesoma from Tampere city centre
Tesoma train station facilities and services
Tesoma has practical services for this route, including Accessibility.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tesoma: The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible.
Most popular train connections from Oulu
Most popular trains to and from Tampere and Oulu
Most popular train connections to Tampere
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