4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Oulu to Tampere
Cheapest price
€48
Average price
€58
Fastest journey
3 h 43 m
Average duration
4 h 3 m
Trains per day
27
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 €58 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €48.
Of the 27 trains that leave Oulu for Tampere on Mon, Nov 17, 12 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 400 km distance in an average of 4 h 3 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 43 m .
On Mon, Nov 17 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-274PYO-266PYO-266 · LOL-1705PYO-276PYO-276 · LOL-1713S-28IC-24IC-22S-28 · IC-475IC-26
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 bus with prices starting from €20. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 33m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, and a train costs an average of €25.
Distance: 400 km
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Most popular Train | Bus |
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€49 Average price | €35 Average price Cheapest |
5h 3m Average total duration Fastest 4h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 32m Average total duration 14h 2m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oulu to Tampere train times
The table below shows live departures for Oulu to Tampere 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S-28 · IC-475 | 4:08 PM Oulu station | 4h18 | 8:26 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| S-28 | 4:08 PM Oulu station | 3h43 | 7:51 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-266 | 6:55 PM Oulu station | 5h55 | 12:50 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-266 · LOL-1705 | 6:55 PM Oulu station | 8h43 | 3:38 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| PYO-274 | 9:53 PM Oulu station | 5h42 | 3:35 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-274 · IC-477 | 9:53 PM Oulu station | 6h15 | 4:08 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| PYO-276 · IC-40 | 10:57 PM Oulu station | 5h57 | 4:54 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
| PYO-276 | 10:57 PM Oulu station | 6h16 | 5:13 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-276 · LOL-1713 | 10:57 PM Oulu station | 6h51 | 5:48 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| Monday, November 17 | |||||
| IC-20 | 3:21 AM Oulu station | 4h30 | 7:51 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-20 · IC-165 | 3:21 AM Oulu station | 4h58 | 8:19 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-36 | 4:20 AM Oulu station | 4h31 | 8:51 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-36 · LOL-1729 | 4:20 AM Oulu station | 5h28 | 9:48 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-22 · IC-465 | 5:49 AM Oulu station | 4h30 | 10:19 AM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-22 | 5:49 AM Oulu station | 4h02 | 9:51 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-38 | 7:16 AM Oulu station | 4h35 | 11:51 AM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-38 · IC-467 | 7:16 AM Oulu station | 5h03 | 12:19 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-68 · IC-146 · LOL-9717 | 8:03 AM Oulu station | 8h45 | 4:48 PM Tesoma railway station | 2 transfers | |
| IC-68 · IC-146 | 8:03 AM Oulu station | 7h46 | 3:49 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 1 transfer | |
| IC-24 | 9:55 AM Oulu station | 3h56 | 1:51 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-24 · IC-469 | 9:55 AM Oulu station | 4h24 | 2:19 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-26 · IC-471 | 11:33 AM Oulu station | 4h46 | 4:19 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-26 | 11:33 AM Oulu station | 4h18 | 3:51 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-34 | 1:30 PM Oulu station | 4h24 | 5:54 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-34 · IC-473 | 1:30 PM Oulu station | 4h49 | 6:19 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-56 | 2:11 PM Oulu station | 4h40 | 6:51 PM Tampereen Rautatieasema | 0 transfersDirect | |
| IC-56 · LOL-1769 | 2:11 PM Oulu station | 5h37 | 7:48 PM Tesoma railway station | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oulu to Tampere
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Trains from Oulu to Tampere run on average 21 times per day, taking around 4h 33m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €25 but you can travel from only €20 by bus.
There are 10 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 43m.
Distance 400 km |
Average train duration 4h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price €25 |
Trains per day 21 |
Direct trains 10 |
Fastest train 3h 43m |
First train 00:26 |
Last train 23:53 |
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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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts
- 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
WifiLockersParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCHotelLost and Found OfficeTicket OfficeBike ParkingBike RentalCar RentalInformation DeskLuggage Carts- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week from 5:00 a.m. to 1:00 a.m. Departures can be made outside of opening hours. You can access the car park at Rautatienkatu 27.
- Restaurant C
- Ravintola Tampella
- Outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps.
- €1
- Scandic Tampere City
- Solo Sokos Hotel Torni Tampere
- Lapland Hotels Tampere
- Omena Hotel Tampere
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Helsinki, Turku, and regional destinations
- Bus: Several lines available
- Tram: Line 1, Line 3
Accessibility- The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible
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