Tampere to Helsinki train with VR

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Tampere to Helsinki

Showing times and prices for 11 Dec

Cheapest price

$20

Average price

$32

Fastest journey

1 h 28 m

Average duration

1 h 28 m

Trains per day

88

Distance

160 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tampere to Helsinki is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Tampere to Helsinki will cost around $32 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only $20.

Fast trains

Of the 88 trains that leave Tampere for Helsinki every day 80 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 160 km distance in an average of 1 h 28 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 1 h 28 m .

The slowest trains will take 1 h 28 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.

VRPYO-274
06:08AM2h59
Tampereen Rautatieasema
09:07AMPasila railway station
$201One-way
0 changes
VRPYO-274
06:08AM3h07
Tampereen Rautatieasema
09:15AMHelsinki Central
$201One-way
0 changes
VRLOL-9718 · LOL-9714
06:25PM2h18
Tampereen Rautatieasema
08:43PMPasila railway station
$231One-way
1 change
VRLOL-9726
08:35PM2h14
Tampereen Rautatieasema
10:49PMHelsinki Central
$231One-way
0 changes
VRLOL-9700
04:35PM2h08
Tampereen Rautatieasema
06:43PMPasila railway station
$231One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach and train for Tampere to Helsinki

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Tampere to Helsinki 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 50m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $6, and a train costs an average of $11.

Distance: 160 km

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Coach

$21

Average Price

$9

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Cheapest

2h 20m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 50m

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30m

Additional time*

4h 12m

Average total duration

3h 42m

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Live departures

Tampere to Helsinki train times

The table below shows live departures for Tampere to Helsinki trains for today, Wednesday, 10 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.

Last updated at 8:17 am
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
vrgroupLOL-96608:35 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h08
10:43 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-96608:35 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h14
10:49 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-369:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
10:28 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-369:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
10:35 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1429:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
10:54 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1429:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
10:48 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2210:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
11:35 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-2210:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
11:28 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-9410:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
11:54 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-9410:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
11:48 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-967210:35 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h08
12:43 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-967210:35 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h14
12:49 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-4611:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
12:28 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-4611:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
12:35 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-3812:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
1:35 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-3812:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
1:28 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-17812:04 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
1:48 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-17812:04 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
1:54 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-968612:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h14
2:49 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-968612:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h08
2:43 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-481:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
2:35 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-481:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
2:28 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1441:04 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
2:54 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1441:04 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
2:48 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-242:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
3:35 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-242:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
3:28 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-862:04 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
3:54 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-862:04 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
3:48 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-97002:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h08
4:43 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-97002:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h14
4:49 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-503:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
4:35 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-503:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
4:28 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-97083:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h14
5:49 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-97083:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h08
5:43 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-264:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
5:35 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-264:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
5:28 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-1464:04 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
5:54 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-1464:04 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
5:48 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-9718 · LOL-97144:25 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h18
6:43 pm Pasila railway station1 change
vrgroupLOL-9718 · LOL-97144:25 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h24
6:49 pm Helsinki Central1 change
vrgroupIC-545:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
6:35 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-545:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
6:28 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-346:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
7:35 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-346:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
7:28 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-886:04 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
7:54 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-886:04 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
7:48 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-97266:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h14
8:49 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-97266:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h08
8:43 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-567:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
8:35 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-567:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
8:28 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-288:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
9:28 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-288:00 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
9:35 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-97348:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h08
10:43 pm Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-97348:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h14
10:49 pm Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-9740 · LOL-96129:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
4h28
2:03 am Pasila railway station1 change
vrgroupLOL-9740 · LOL-96129:35 pm Tampereen Rautatieasema
4h34
2:09 am Helsinki Central1 change
Thursday, 11 December
vrgroupPYO-266 · LOL-86081:45 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h26
4:11 am Helsinki Central1 change
vrgroupPYO-2661:45 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h34
4:19 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupPYO-266 · LOL-86081:45 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h20
4:05 am Pasila railway station1 change
vrgroupPYO-2661:45 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h42
4:27 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1603:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
4:54 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1603:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
4:48 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1623:45 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
5:35 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1623:45 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
5:29 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupPYO-2744:08 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h59
7:07 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupPYO-2744:08 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
3h07
7:15 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1664:22 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h48
6:10 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1664:22 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h41
6:03 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-96364:35 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h08
6:43 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-96364:35 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h14
6:49 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-405:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
6:35 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-405:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
6:28 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-805:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
6:48 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-805:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
6:54 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-9606 · LOL-96405:25 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h18
7:43 am Pasila railway station1 change
vrgroupLOL-9606 · LOL-96405:25 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h24
7:49 am Helsinki Central1 change
vrgroupIC-426:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
7:28 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-426:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
7:35 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-1406:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
7:54 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-1406:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
7:48 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-96466:35 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h08
8:43 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupLOL-96466:35 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
2h14
8:49 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1507:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h29
8:29 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-1507:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
8:35 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-447:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h44
8:48 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect
vrgroupS-447:04 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h50
8:54 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-208:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h35
9:35 am Helsinki Central0 changesdirect
vrgroupIC-208:00 am Tampereen Rautatieasema
1h28
9:28 am Pasila railway station0 changesdirect

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How far in advance should I book train tickets from Tampere to Helsinki?

The best time to book your train from Tampere to Helsinki is 63 days before departure. See how prices for trains change on the Tampere to Helsinki route.
Prices are for one-way tickets for one passenger from Tampere to Helsinki per month. Insights are sourced from fares found by Omio users in the last 12 months. Current prices may differ as prices vary depending on the time of day, class or how far in advance you book your train from Tampere to Helsinki.

Journey information

Overview: Train from Tampere to Helsinki

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Trains from Tampere to Helsinki run on average 80 times per day, taking around 1h 50m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $11 but you can travel from only $6 by coach.

There are 73 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 00:15, the last at 23:46. The fastest train covers the 160 km distance in 1h 50m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $6
Distance
160 km
Average train duration
1h 50m
Cheapest ticket price
$11
Trains per day
80
Direct trains
73
Fastest train
1h 50m
First train
00:15
Last train
23:46
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Coach from $6

Train companies: VR from Tampere to Helsinki trainsVR trains will get you between Tampere and Helsinki from $6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

VR

About
VR Group is a state-owned railway company in Finland, operating passenger and freight services in Finland and Sweden. They manage approximately 250 long-distance and 800 commuter rail services daily. VR offers various train types, including the high-speed Pendolino (Sm3), InterCity trains with double-deck coaches, and Sm2, Sm4, and Sm5 electric multiple units for commuter services. Ticket options include single, multi, and season tickets, with different travel classes like Eko and Ekstra, and specialized services such as night trains and car-carrier trains.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
1h 35m
Cheapest Price
$11
VR frequency
104 a day
Luggage included
One piece of hand luggage and one larger piece of luggage included in ticket price
Luggage storage
Overhead racks, under seats, and designated luggage areas at ends of carriages
Cancellation Policy
Cancellation policies vary by ticket type
Refund
Full refund provided for canceled trains
Amenities on board the train
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Restaurant car on long-distance trains, at-seat service in first class, kiosk service available
Seat reservation
Seat reservations optional for second class (additional fee), included in first class tickets
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Wheelchair spaces, accessible toilets, and assistance services available
Pets
Small pets in carriers travel free, larger dogs require ticket (50% of adult fare), guide dogs free
Quiet zone

FAQs: Tampere to Helsinki train

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tampere to Helsinki 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 Helsinki, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap train tickets from Tampere to Helsinki can start from as little as $12 when you book in advance. The average train ticket price for Tampere to Helsinki is $26; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by train from Tampere to Helsinki is 1 h 35 min   to travel the 160 km long trip, with around there are 76 trains per day. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays.
The first train from Tampere to Helsinki leaves at 12: 30am. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner   from Omio.
The last train from Tampere to Helsinki leaves at 11: 54pm.
Yes, it is possible to travel from Tampere to Helsinki without having to change trains with VR. There are 70 direct trains from Tampere to Helsinki each day. There may be fewer direct services available on weekends or holidays.
For the trip from Tampere to Helsinki you can take a train with VR. Be sure to check out all possible train providers that offer services from Tampere to Helsinki on Omio to compare what amenities they may have.
Yes, you can take a night train from Tampere to Helsinki with VR. Find all the info regarding night trains in Europe.  
A day trip to Helsinki from Tampere is worth doing with a journey time of 1 h 35 min each way. Check with Omio app   the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a train from Tampere to Helsinki is August.
You have options as you can travel from Tampere to Helsinki 2 different ways: coach or train.

popular train stations

Important Stations and Airports in Tampere and Helsinki

Tampere
Helsinki
The major train station for departures in Tampere is Tampereen Rautatieasema. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Tampereen Rautatieasema for your trip from Tampere to Helsinki.
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Amenities at train station
WifiWifi
LockersLockers
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DiningDining
ATMATM
TaxisTaxis
AccessibilityAccessibility
WCWC
HotelHotel
Lost and Found OfficeLost and Found Office
Ticket OfficeTicket Office
Bike ParkingBike Parking
Bike RentalBike Rental
Car RentalCar Rental
Information DeskInformation Desk
Luggage CartsLuggage Carts
information
phone
Phone Number
ticketOfficeHours
Ticket Office Hours
  • 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM Monday - Sunday
platformCount
Number of platforms
5
Wifi
Wifi
  • Free
Parking
Parking
  • 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.
Dining
Dining
  • Restaurant C
  • Ravintola Tampella
Taxis
Taxis
  • Outside the main entrance.
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • Elevators, ramps.
WC
WC
  • €1
Hotel
Hotel
  • Scandic Tampere City
  • Solo Sokos Hotel Torni Tampere
  • Lapland Hotels Tampere
  • Omena Hotel Tampere
Lost and Found Office
Lost and Found Office
  • Located in the main hall
Car Rental
Car Rental
  • Avis
  • Europcar
Information Desk
Information Desk
  • Located in the main hall
Luggage Carts
Luggage Carts
  • Free
Station Plan
  • Hall 1: main entrance, platform 1-5 for trains to Helsinki, Turku, and regional destinations
Public transport options for Tampereen Rautatieasema
  • Bus: Several lines available
  • Tram: Line 1, Line 3
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Amenities at train station
AccessibilityAccessibility
information
Accessibility
Accessibility
  • The place has an entrance that is wheelchair-accessible

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