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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Rovaniemi to Oulu
Cheapest price
€27
Average price
€36
Fastest journey
2 h 18 m
Average duration
2 h 24 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
166 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Rovaniemi to Oulu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Rovaniemi to Oulu will cost around €36 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €27.
Of the 6 trains that leave Rovaniemi for Oulu on Sun, Jul 12, 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sun, Jul 12 the direct trains cover the 166 km distance in an average of 2 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 2 h 18 m .
On Sun, Jul 12 the slowest trains will take 2 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.
PYO-2665:52 PM2h32Rovaniemi station8:24 PMOulu station€271One-way0 transfers- PYO-2749:00 PM2h40Rovaniemi station11:40 PMOulu station€321One-way0 transfers
- IC-341:02 PM2h21Rovaniemi station3:23 PMOulu station€361One-way0 transfers
- IC-2611:00 AM2h20Rovaniemi station1:20 PMOulu station€421One-way0 transfers
- IC-249:22 AM2h18Rovaniemi station11:40 AMOulu station€421One-way0 transfers
- IC-249:22 AM2h18Rovaniemi station11:40 AMOulu station€421One-way0 transfers
- IC-2611:00 AM2h20Rovaniemi station1:20 PMOulu station€421One-way0 transfers
- IC-341:02 PM2h21Rovaniemi station3:23 PMOulu station€361One-way0 transfers
- IC-283:35 PM2h27Rovaniemi station6:02 PMOulu station€421One-way0 transfers
- PYO-2665:52 PM2h32Rovaniemi station8:24 PMOulu station€271One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Rovaniemi to Oulu
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Rovaniemi to Oulu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 2h 47m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €7, and a train costs an average of €8.
Distance: 166 km
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3h 17m Average total duration Fastest 2h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 27m Average total duration 2h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Rovaniemi to Oulu train times
The table below shows live departures for Rovaniemi to Oulu trains for today, Saturday, July 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| IC-34 | 1:02 PM Rovaniemi station | 2h21 | 3:23 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| S-28 | 3:35 PM Rovaniemi station | 2h27 | 6:02 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-266 | 5:52 PM Rovaniemi station | 2h32 | 8:24 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| PYO-274 | 9:00 PM Rovaniemi station | 2h40 | 11:40 PM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Sunday, July 12 | |||||
| IC-24 | 9:22 AM Rovaniemi station | 2h18 | 11:40 AM Oulu station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Rovaniemi to Oulu
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Trains from Rovaniemi to Oulu run on average 6 times per day, taking around 2h 47m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €8 but you can travel from only €7 by bus.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 04:25, the last at 21:00. The fastest train covers the 166 km distance in 2h 21m.
Distance 166 km |
Average train duration 2h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 2h 21m |
First train 4:25 AM |
Last train 9:00 PM |
Cheapest Month Jul |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Wed |
Best time to book 63 days |
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FAQs: Trains from Rovaniemi to Oulu
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Rovaniemi to Oulu 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 Oulu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Popular train stations from Rovaniemi to Oulu
Most Rovaniemi to Oulu trains use the Rovaniemi to Oulu station pair. Use this guide to compare Rovaniemi and Oulu train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Which Rovaniemi station do trains to Oulu 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 Oulu station do trains from Rovaniemi arrive at?
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.
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