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Trains from Kemi

19Nov
1
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Kemi
Rovaniemi

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Morning trains

06:02
KemiStation
1h 18m
07:20
RovaniemiStation
Direct
Sleeping berth
PYO 265
from
35 USD
1
1h 18m, Direct
06:02
KemiStation
07:20
RovaniemiStation
from
35 USD
1
Direct
Sleeping berth
PYO 265
08:29
KemiStation
1h 29m
09:58
RovaniemiStation
Direct
Sleeping berth
PYO 267
from
35 USD
1
1h 29m, Direct
08:29
KemiStation
09:58
RovaniemiStation
from
35 USD
1
Direct
Sleeping berth
PYO 267

Day trains

13:26
KemiStation
1h 15m
14:41
RovaniemiStation
Direct
InterCity
IC 35
from
24 USD
1
1h 15m, Direct
13:26
KemiStation
14:41
RovaniemiStation
from
24 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
IC 35
15:32
KemiStation
1h 14m
16:46
RovaniemiStation
Direct
InterCity
IC 23
from
24 USD
1
1h 14m, Direct
15:32
KemiStation
16:46
RovaniemiStation
from
24 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
IC 23

Evening trains

19:05
KemiStation
1h 18m
20:23
RovaniemiStation
Direct
InterCity
IC 25
from
24 USD
1
1h 18m, Direct
19:05
KemiStation
20:23
RovaniemiStation
from
24 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
IC 25
21:26
KemiStation
1h 19m
22:45
RovaniemiStation
Direct
InterCity
IC 27
from
24 USD
1
1h 19m, Direct
21:26
KemiStation
22:45
RovaniemiStation
from
24 USD
1
Direct
InterCity
IC 27
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First train

02:27
night

Last train

21:26
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Travel duration

1h 18m
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Daily departures

7
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Departure station

Kemi
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Arrival station

Rovaniemi
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Ticket price

from $5
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Fastest trip

1h 14m
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Longest trip

1h 29m

Trains to Kemi

Inbound trains arrive in Kemi at Kemi railway station. VR trains from Oulu reach Kemi in around 1h to 1h15m, while trains from Rovaniemi arrive in about 1h15m to 1h30m. Services from Tervola take roughly 25m to 35m. Long-distance trains from Seinäjoki reach Kemi in around 4h30m to 5h, and trains from Tampere usually take about 6h30m to 7h30m. Daytime services from Helsinki arrive in roughly 8h30m to 10h, with overnight trains using a longer timetable depending on the departure and season.

Popular routes from Kemi

From Kemi railway station, VR services run south along the Bothnian Bay rail corridor toward Oulu and onward through central Finland. Long-distance trains continue through junction cities such as Seinäjoki and Tampere before reaching Helsinki, giving Kemi direct access to Finland's main north-south rail spine. Northbound VR trains from Kemi continue toward Rovaniemi, the largest rail hub in Finnish Lapland. Selected Lapland services also connect Kemi with the western corridor toward Tornio and Kolari, depending on the timetable period. For many travelers, Kemi works as a transfer point between coastal northern Finland and the wider Lapland rail network.

Kemi

Kemi is a port city on the Bothnian Bay, known for its SnowCastle site and icebreaker excursions. Kemi railway station, Kemin rautatieasema, stands near the city centre and bus station.

Kemi

Kemi, 3, Rautatiekatu, Koivuharju, Kemi, Kemi-Tornio sub-region, Lapland, Mainland Finland, 94100, Finland

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1h 18m

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi is Lapland's regional capital, with Arktikum beside the Ounasjoki river and Korundi in a former postal bus depot. Rovaniemi railway station, Rovaniemen rautatieasema, is roughly 1 km from the centre, with onward buses and taxis.

Rovaniemi

Rovaniemi, 3, Ratakatu, Etelärinne, Rovaniemi, Rovaniemi sub-region, Lapland, Mainland Finland, 96100, Finland

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Booking Kemi Train Tickets Online - Options, Tips, and Reservations

Tips for Online Reservations
Online reservation services through Rail Monsters accept Kemi train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, useful for peak summer, Christmas and New Year, and winter holiday periods in Lapland. Train prices vary by demand on long-distance VR services, while ticket counters may not suit every departure time. With the Rail Monsters iOS and Android apps, you can book and manage train tickets on mobile.
Buying Train Tickets Online
Buy train tickets online for Kemi with Rail Monsters by selecting departure dates, checking VR InterCity or night train services, and completing an online reservation. Book your tickets for Kemi train stations, mainly Kemi railway station, and review the departure station and arrival station before payment.
Types of Train Tickets Available
Kemi services include regular tickets for VR long-distance trains, reserved seats on InterCity trains, and sleeper cabin or seat options on overnight trains where offered. Cheap tickets and discount tickets may appear on advance fares to and from Helsinki, Tampere, Oulu, Rovaniemi, and other Finnish cities.

Destinations from Kemi

Service types from Kemi railway station Daytime long-distance services: VR InterCity and other long-distance trains from Kemi run south toward Oulu, Seinäjoki, Tampere, and Helsinki. Lapland services: northbound trains connect Kemi with Rovaniemi and stations on the Oulu-Rovaniemi corridor. Overnight services: VR night trains link Kemi with southern Finland and Lapland, with seats and sleeper cabins on selected departures. Western Lapland services: selected trains use the corridor toward Tornio and Kolari depending on season and timetable. Airport transfers: Kemi-Tornio Airport requires road transfer from Kemi railway station.
Kemi to Rovaniemi
Kemi to Rovaniemi
Travel from Kemi to Rovaniemi by train for Arktikum, Korundi and Santa Claus Village, reached by onward local transport.

Frequency

7 times per day

Kemi

Finland

Arrow
1h 18m

Rovaniemi

Finland

Kemi to Helsinki
Kemi to Helsinki
Travel from Kemi to Helsinki by VR train for Senate Square, Ateneum and the Suomenlinna sea fortress.

Frequency

7 times per day

Kemi

Finland

Arrow
8h 58m

Helsinki

Finland

Kemi Train Travel FAQ and Tips

Should I reserve seats on trains from Kemi?

Seat reservations are standard on many VR long-distance services from Kemi, especially InterCity and night train departures. Overnight trains require a booked seat or sleeper cabin according to the ticket type selected. For shorter regional-style travel on the same corridor, availability depends on the specific VR service. Reserve earlier for winter holiday dates and Christmas travel in Lapland.

What is the main train route from Kemi?

The main long-distance route from Kemi is the VR service south toward Helsinki via Oulu, Seinäjoki, and Tampere. Daytime InterCity trains usually take around 8h30m to 10h, depending on the connection and timetable. Overnight trains also serve the Helsinki-Kemi-Lapland corridor, offering reserved seats and sleeper cabins on selected departures.

How do I buy train tickets to and from Kemi?

Book train tickets to and from Kemi on Rail Monsters by entering Kemi as the departure or arrival city, selecting your date, and choosing a VR InterCity, long-distance, or night train option. Rail Monsters accepts bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel for Kemi services. After payment, your booking confirmation and ticket details are sent by email.

Can I buy Kemi train tickets at the last minute?

Last-minute Kemi tickets may be available, but VR long-distance trains and sleeper cabins can sell out around Christmas and New Year, peak summer, and winter holiday travel to Lapland. Rail Monsters accepts Kemi train bookings 6 to 12 months ahead of travel, so early booking is useful when you need a specific departure, sleeper cabin, or lower advance fare.

Do high-speed trains serve Kemi?

No dedicated high-speed rail line serves Kemi. Passenger trains in Kemi are operated by VR on Finland's conventional long-distance network. InterCity trains provide the main daytime service, while overnight trains link Kemi with southern Finland and Lapland. These trains use reserved seating on many long-distance departures, with sleeper accommodation available on night services where listed.

What are the main train stations in Kemi?

Kemi railway station is the main passenger station in the city. It serves VR long-distance trains on the Oulu-Rovaniemi route, including InterCity and overnight services. The station is the correct rail point for travelers booking Kemi train tickets. Kemi-Tornio Airport is not rail-served, so airport transfers require road transport from Kemi railway station or nearby towns.

What are the main train connections to and from Kemi?

Kemi connects with Oulu in around 1h to 1h15m by VR train and Rovaniemi in around 1h15m to 1h30m. Long-distance services link Kemi with Tampere in roughly 6h30m to 7h30m and Helsinki in about 8h30m to 10h by daytime trains. Seinäjoki is typically around 4h30m to 5h, while Tervola is about 25m to 35m away.

Is there an airport rail connection in Kemi?

Kemi-Tornio Airport does not have a passenger rail station or direct airport train. Travelers using the airport normally take a road transfer between the terminal and Kemi railway station, then continue by VR train. For wider domestic flight and rail combinations, Oulu is the nearest larger rail hub on the same main line with more frequent long-distance train connections.
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