Tampere Travel Plans

Welcome to the land of a thousand lakes, where the saunas outnumber the inhabitants and the reindeer roam free. Get ready for some serious Tampere-ing!

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How to get to Tampere

Plane

The best way to get to Tampere, Finland by plane is to fly to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport from Helsinki. Finnair and SAS operate direct flights between the two cities. The journey takes approximately 1 hour and the airport is located just 17 kilometers south-west of Tampere.

Car

Driving to Tampere is a great option for those who want to explore the beautiful Finnish countryside. The journey from Helsinki to Tampere takes approximately 2.5 hours and the route is well sign-posted. It is recommended to rent a car from Helsinki Airport and drive to Tampere.

Train

Unfortunately, there are no direct train services to Tampere from other countries. However, it is possible to take a train from Helsinki to Tampere. This journey takes approximately 2 hours and there are multiple departures per day from Helsinki Central Station to Tampere Station.

Boat

Unfortunately, there are no direct boat services to Tampere from other countries. However, it is possible to take a ferry from Stockholm to Helsinki and then travel to Tampere by train, bus or car. The ferry is operated by Viking Line and the journey takes approximately 16 hours.

Bus

Taking a bus to Tampere is a convenient and budget-friendly option. The best way to get there is to take a bus operated by Onnibus from Helsinki to Tampere. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and there are multiple departures per day from Helsinki Kamppi Bus Terminal to Tampere Bus Station.

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