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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 | Kampin metroasema | Oulu, Bus station | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Helsinki-Vantaa Airport | Oulu, Bus station | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Helsinki-Vantaa Airport | Oulu, Bus station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Kampin metroasema | Oulu, Bus station | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2 | Oulu, Bus station | No tags |
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Get from Helsinki to Oulu
The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $30, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Based on 11994 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $30
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Helsinki to Oulu 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 Helsinki to Oulu?
The cheapest bus tickets from Helsinki to Oulu start from $30. The average price for this route is around $42. 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 Helsinki to Oulu?
The average bus travel time from Helsinki to Oulu is 8h 35m, covering a distance of 539 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 35m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Helsinki to Oulu route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 6 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Helsinki to Oulu?
The earliest bus departs from Helsinki to Oulu at 10:00am. And the latest bus departs at 10:45pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Helsinki to Oulu?
A bus trip from Helsinki to Oulu generates an estimated 13 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended 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 Helsinki to Oulu was searched and found on Jan 15, 2026 with a price of $26To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Helsinki to Oulu, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $26 to $51 for a bus ticket from Helsinki to Oulu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $26 which is on 2026-01-15.
