VR Intercity 271 connects Helsinki to Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus and capital of Finnish Lapland, 831 km north. The overnight or day service crosses the Arctic Circle and serves travellers to Lapland and northern wilderness areas.
| # | Station | Arrival | Departure |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Helsinki Päärautatieasema Helsinki | Start | 08:23 |
| 2 | Tampere Rautatieasema Tampere | 09:53 | 09:56 |
| 3 | Oulu Rautatieasema Oulu | 13:01 | 13:04 |
| 4 | Rovaniemi Rautatieasema Rovaniemi | 15:02 | End |
Timetable data is sourced from official Finland railways records. Always verify with the official operator before travelling.
VR Intercity 271 connects Helsinki to Rovaniemi, the official hometown of Santa Claus and capital of Finnish Lapland, 831 km north. The overnight or day service crosses the Arctic Circle and serves travellers to Lapland and northern wilderness areas.
The train runs on every day of the week. The full route covers 4 stops with a total journey time of approximately 6h 39m.
Passengers are advised to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time to locate the correct platform and coach.
Visit your nearest railway station booking office with valid ID.
Contact Finland Railways for schedule info via their official website or helpdesk.
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