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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rovaniemi to Kuopio
Cheapest price on Sep 18
€46
Average ticket price on Sep 18
€66
Fastest journey on Sep 18
6 h 53 m
Average journey duration on Sep 18
9 h 36 m
Trains on Sep 18
5
Distance
412 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rovaniemi to Kuopio is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rovaniemi to Kuopio will cost around €66 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €46.
It's difficult to get from Rovaniemi to Kuopio without transferring at least once.
IC-28 · IC-7103:35 PM6h53Rovaniemi station10:28 PMKuopio station€461One-way1 transfer- IC-24 · IC-709:22 AM7h21Rovaniemi station4:43 PMKuopio station€501One-way1 transfer
- IC-22 · IC-685:15 AM8h51Rovaniemi station2:06 PMKuopio station€511One-way1 transfer
- IC-24 · IC-1479:22 AM12h13Rovaniemi station9:35 PMKuopio station€921One-way1 transfer
- IC-22 · S-9155:15 AM12h40Rovaniemi station5:55 PMKuopio station€931One-way1 transfer
- IC-28 · IC-7103:35 PM6h53Rovaniemi station10:28 PMKuopio station€461One-way1 transfer
- IC-24 · IC-709:22 AM7h21Rovaniemi station4:43 PMKuopio station€501One-way1 transfer
- IC-22 · IC-685:15 AM8h51Rovaniemi station2:06 PMKuopio station€511One-way1 transfer
- IC-24 · IC-1479:22 AM12h13Rovaniemi station9:35 PMKuopio station€921One-way1 transfer
- IC-22 · S-9155:15 AM12h40Rovaniemi station5:55 PMKuopio station€931One-way1 transfer
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rovaniemi to Kuopio
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rovaniemi to Kuopio among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €28 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 7h 4m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €28, while a train costs an average of €42.
Distance: 412 km
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Most popular Train | Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€42 Average price | €28 Average price Cheapest | €99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 4m Average total duration Fastest 6h 34m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 9h 53m Average total duration 9h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 11m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Rovaniemi to Kuopio:
A bus is €14 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Rovaniemi to Kuopio costing on average €42.
Other travel options to Kuopio take longer:
Bus takes on average 9h 23m.
Live departures
Rovaniemi to Kuopio train times
The table below shows live departures for Rovaniemi to Kuopio trains for today, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JLA-2401B · JLA-2405B · IC-24 · IC-147 | 7:50 AM Rovaniemi station | 13h45 | 9:35 PM Kuopio station | 3 transfers | |
| JLA-2401B · JLA-2411B · IC-70 | 7:50 AM Rovaniemi station | 8h53 | 4:43 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
| JLA-2801B · JLA-3411B · IC-710 | 2:20 PM Rovaniemi station | 8h08 | 10:28 PM Kuopio station | 2 transfers | |
| PYO-266 · S-61 | 5:52 PM Rovaniemi station | 16h20 | 10:12 AM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
| Friday, September 18 | |||||
| IC-22 · S-915 | 5:15 AM Rovaniemi station | 12h40 | 5:55 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
| IC-22 · IC-68 | 5:15 AM Rovaniemi station | 8h51 | 2:06 PM Kuopio station | 1 transfer | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rovaniemi to Kuopio
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Trains from Rovaniemi to Kuopio run on average 4 times per day, taking around 6h 34m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €21 but you can travel from only €21 by bus.
The earliest train runs at 05:15, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 412 km distance in 6h 53m.
Distance 412 km |
Average train duration 6h 34m |
Cheapest ticket price €21 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 53m |
First train 5:15 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
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Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 1 day |
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FAQs: Trains from Rovaniemi to Kuopio
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rovaniemi to Kuopio 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 Kuopio, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rovaniemi to Kuopio
Most Rovaniemi to Kuopio trains use the Rovaniemi to Kuopio station pair. Use this guide to compare Rovaniemi and Kuopio train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rovaniemi station do trains to Kuopio leave from?
Getting to Rovaniemi from Rovaniemi city centre
Rovaniemi train station facilities and services
Rovaniemi 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: Restaurant Nili, Roka Kitchen & Wine Bar
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rovaniemi. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Rovaniemi. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rovaniemi: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Rovaniemi: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rovaniemi: Ramps.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Rovaniemi City, Arctic Light Hotel, Santa's Hotel Santa Claus.
Which Kuopio station do trains from Rovaniemi arrive at?
Getting to Kuopio from Kuopio city centre
Kuopio train station facilities and services
Kuopio 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: Amarillo, Musta Lammas
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kuopio. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is available at Kuopio. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kuopio: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kuopio: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kuopio: Ramps, restrooms.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Scandic Kuopio, Rauhalahti Spa Hotel, Original Sokos Hotel Puijonsarvi.
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