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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Helsinki to Oulu

Composite routes from Helsinki to Oulu

Cheapest
7 h
Car
606 km.
from $33
Other
7 h 31 min
538 km.
from $73.07

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Helsinki, Bus Station to Oulu,
Ave. Duration:
8h 40m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$48.91–$70.65

Airlines

Finnair

Website:
finnair.com/
Plane from Helsinki-Vantaa Airport to Oulu
Ave. Duration:
1h 10m
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$59.78–$326.09

Train operators

Finnish Railways (VR)

Phone:
+358 0100 3232
Website:
vr.fi/
Train from Helsinki Central Station to Oulu
Ave. Duration:
5h 51m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$54.35–$81.52
Train from Helsinki to Oulu
Ave. Duration:
9h 15m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$54.35–$81.52
Train from Helsinki Central Station to Seinäjoki
Ave. Duration:
2h 41m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$29.35–$43.48
Train from Seinäjoki to Oulu
Ave. Duration:
3h 47m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$28.26–$41.30

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu?

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu is to bus which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 8h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu?

The fastest way to get from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu is to fly which takes 2h 43m and costs $97.83 - $250 .

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki (Station) and Oulu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Helsinki, Bus Station station and arriving at Oulu, Bus Station station. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Helsinki (Station) and Oulu?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helsinki Central Station station and arriving at Oulu. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 51m.

How far is it from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu?

The distance between Helsinki (Station) and Oulu is 552 km. The road distance is 606.7 km.

How do I travel from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu without a car?

The best way to get from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu without a car is to train which takes 5h 54m and costs $54.35 - $81.52 .

How long does it take to get from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu?

It takes approximately 2h 43m to get from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsinki (Station) to Oulu bus from?

Helsinki (Station) to Oulu bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Helsinki, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Helsinki (Station) to Oulu train from?

Helsinki (Station) to Oulu train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki Central Station.

Train, bus or fly from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu?

The best way to get from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu is to fly which takes 2h 43m and costs $97.83 - $250 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $54.35 - $81.52 and takes 5h 54m, you could also bus, which costs $48.91 - $70.65 and takes 8h 50m.

Where does the Helsinki (Station) to Oulu bus arrive?

Helsinki (Station) to Oulu bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Oulu, Bus Station.

Where does the Helsinki (Station) to Oulu train arrive?

Helsinki (Station) to Oulu train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Oulu station.

Can I drive from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki (Station) to Oulu is 607 km. It takes approximately 7h 7m to drive from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu.

How do I get a train ticket from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu?

Book your Helsinki (Station) to Oulu train tickets online with Omio.

How do I get a bus ticket from Helsinki (Station) to Oulu?

Book your Helsinki (Station) to Oulu bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Oulu?

There are 248+ hotels available in Oulu. Prices start at $73.46 per night.
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