The cheapest and fastest trains from Kemi to Rovaniemi
Cheapest price
$16
Average price
$25
Fastest journey
1 h 14 m
Average duration
1 h 17 m
Trains per day
6
Distance
100 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kemi to Rovaniemi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kemi to Rovaniemi will cost around $25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $16.
Of the 6 trains that leave Kemi for Rovaniemi every day 6 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 100 km distance in an average of 1 h 17 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 14 m .
The slowest trains will take 1 h 19 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-273
PYO-265
IC-23
IC-27
IC-25
IC-23
S-35
PYO-265
IC-25
IC-27Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Kemi to Rovaniemi
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Kemi to Rovaniemi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $6.
Distance: 100 km
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1h 50m Average total duration Fastest 1h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration 1h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Kemi to Rovaniemi train times
The table below shows live departures for Kemi to Rovaniemi trains for today, Tuesday, 9 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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IC-23 | 1:32 pm Kemi station | 1h14 | 2:46 pm Rovaniemi station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-25 | 5:05 pm Kemi station | 1h18 | 6:23 pm Rovaniemi station | 0 changesdirect | |
IC-27 | 7:26 pm Kemi station | 1h19 | 8:45 pm Rovaniemi station | 0 changesdirect | |
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PYO-265 | 4:02 am Kemi station | 1h18 | 5:20 am Rovaniemi station | 0 changesdirect | |
PYO-273 | 7:36 am Kemi station | 1h27 | 9:03 am Rovaniemi station | 0 changesdirect | |
S-35 | 11:26 am Kemi station | 1h15 | 12:41 pm Rovaniemi station | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kemi to Rovaniemi
Trains from Kemi to Rovaniemi run on average 5 times per day, taking around 1h 20m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 03:45, the last at 22:05. The fastest train covers the 100 km distance in 1h 14m.
Distance 100 km |
Average train duration 1h 20m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 1h 14m |
First train 03:45 |
Last train 22:05 |
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FAQs: Kemi to Rovaniemi train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kemi to Rovaniemi 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 Rovaniemi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Kemi, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Rovaniemi, located away from the city centre.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kemi and Rovaniemi
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- Parking is available near the station, open 24/7.
- Restaurant Merihovi
- Cafe Hertta
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps, restrooms.
- €1
- Hotel Merihovi
- Seaside Glass Villas
- Hotel Palomestari
- Located in the main hall
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, ticket office, and waiting area
- Platform 1: trains to Rovaniemi
- Platform 2: trains to Oulu
- Bus: Several local lines available
- Taxi services are also accessible.
- 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
- Free
- The car park is open 7 days a week, accessible from Ratapihantie.
- Restaurant Nili
- Roka Kitchen & Wine Bar
- Outside the main entrance.
- Ramps.
- €1
- Scandic Rovaniemi City
- Arctic Light Hotel
- Santa's Hotel Santa Claus
- Located in the main hall
- Avis
- Europcar
- Located in the main hall
- Free
- Hall 1: main entrance, platforms for domestic trains
- Hall 2: ticket office and waiting area
- Bus: Several lines available
- Local buses connect to various parts of the city
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