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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Oulu, Bus station | Kampin metroasema | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Oulu, Bus station | Helsinki-Vantaa Airport | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Oulu, Bus station | Helsinki-Vantaa Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Oulu, Bus station | Helsinki-Vantaa Airport | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Oulu, Bus station | Kampin metroasema | No tags |
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Get from Oulu to Helsinki
The journey takes about 8 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just NOK 214, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Oulu to Helsinki by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Oulu to Helsinki?
The cheapest bus tickets from Oulu to Helsinki start from NOK 214. The average price for this route is around NOK 275. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Oulu to Helsinki?
The average bus trip duration from Oulu to Helsinki is 8h 30m, covering a distance of 332 miles (535 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Oulu to Helsinki route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 7 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Oulu to Helsinki?
The earliest bus departs from Oulu to Helsinki at 8:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Oulu to Helsinki?
A bus trip from Oulu to Helsinki generates an estimated 13.353375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Oulu to Helsinki was searched and found on Jun 15, 2026 with a price of NOK 231To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Oulu to Helsinki, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from NOK 231 to NOK 393 for a bus ticket from Oulu to Helsinki based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 231 which is on 2026-06-15.
