How to get from Helsinki to Rovaniemi
Helsinki to Rovaniemi is 691 km in a straight line, and the fastest option takes 1h 25m by plane. The trip takes 8h 46m by train.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Helsinki to Rovaniemi by price and travel time (route calculated on 1 November 2026).
- 6 train departures a day with VR
- First train at 05:19, last at 23:59
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
1h 25m
direct
Flight
€51
Ground only
8h 46m
direct
Train
€64
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 1 Nov 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Helsinki to Rovaniemi. The most useful door-to-door route takes 8h 46m by train with no transfer. The two cities are about 691 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
The lowest we recorded in the last 14 days was €48, on Mon, Nov 2.
691 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €51Checked Oct 29 | 1h 25mFlight only | See Flight details |
| Train | €32Omio catalogue, Nov 2 | 8h 46mdirect | See Train details |
| Bus | €18Omio catalogue, Nov 2 | 12h1 transfer | See Bus details |
- Flight€51Checked Oct 291h 25m · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Train€32Omio catalogue, Nov 28h 46m · directSee Train details
- Bus€18Omio catalogue, Nov 212h · 1 transferSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Helsinki to Rovaniemi: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Helsinki → RovaniemiflightNorwegian Air International·1h 25m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which date should you go?
The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
- Tue, Nov 3€48Cheapest found
- Wed, Nov 4€48Cheapest found
- Thu, Nov 5€48Cheapest found
- Fri, Nov 6€48Cheapest found
- Sat, Nov 7€48Cheapest found
- Sun, Nov 8€64
- Mon, Nov 9€64
- Thu, Nov 26€48Cheapest found
- Fri, Nov 27€48Cheapest found
- Sat, Nov 28€48Cheapest found
- Sun, Nov 29€48Cheapest found
- Mon, Nov 30€48Cheapest found
- Tue, Dec 1€64
Cheapest flight fare by month, Helsinki to Rovaniemi
| Month | Lowest fare seen | Seen on |
|---|---|---|
| November 2026 | €75 | |
| December 2026 | €55 | |
| January 2027 | €51 |
The lowest fare Routavio has seen for each departure month, with the day it was seen. Fares change, so check the price when you search.
Departures from Helsinki to Rovaniemi
VR runs 6 scheduled departures a day, the first at 05:19 and the last at 23:59.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| VRtrain | 6 | 05:19 | 23:59 |
All departures
- 05:19
- 08:36
- 12:36
- 14:36
- 20:30
- 23:59
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Nov 2
Operators seen on these journeys
FinnairHelsinki Vantaa-Rovaniemi AirportSee live options and dates →
FlixBusHelsinki-Heinola, Heinola-RovaniemiBook →On this route you travel with VR, Finnair, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Helsinki to Rovaniemi works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 1 November 2026. Start with a VR train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi, about 8h 46m. In total it's roughly €64 over 8h 46m, direct, no transfers.
Where to stay
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Helsinki to Rovaniemi: common questions
How long does it take to get from Helsinki to Rovaniemi?
Routavio's route check on 1 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 8h 46m by train, with no transfer.
When is the first train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi?
The first train with VR leaves at 05:19 and the last at 23:59, according to the published timetable.
How many train departures a day are there from Helsinki to Rovaniemi?
Routavio's timetable check shows 6 train departures a day with VR, between 05:19 and 23:59.
How far is Rovaniemi from Helsinki?
About 691 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Helsinki to Rovaniemi cost?
Routavio checked the upcoming dates, and the cheapest fare ranged from €48 to €64. Run a live search for your own date to see today's price.
Which operators run Helsinki to Rovaniemi?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with VR, Finnair, FlixBus.
Can you get from Helsinki to Rovaniemi without flying?
Yes. A ground route by train takes about 7h 57m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Rovaniemi?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to next
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: VR, Finnair, FlixBus
Route calculated: 1 Nov 2026