What is the cheapest way to get from Tampere to Kotka?

The cheapest way to get from Tampere to Kotka is to bus which costs €14 - €20 and takes 4h 5m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tampere to Kotka?

The fastest way to get from Tampere to Kotka is to drive which takes 3h 16m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Tampere and Kotka?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Sammonaukio D and arriving at Kotkan linja-autoasema PÄÄTEPYSÄKKI. Services depart four times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Tampere and Kotka?

No, there is no direct train from Tampere to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Tampere and arriving at Kotka via Tikkurila and Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 7m.

How far is it from Tampere to Kotka?

The distance between Tampere and Kotka is 248 km. The road distance is 238.5 km.

How do I travel from Tampere to Kotka without a car?

The best way to get from Tampere to Kotka without a car is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs €14 - €20.

How long does it take to get from Tampere to Kotka?

The bus from Sammonaukio D to Kotkan linja-autoasema PÄÄTEPYSÄKKI takes 4h 5m including transfers and departs four times a day.

Where do I catch the Tampere to Kotka bus from?

Tampere to Kotka bus services, operated by Onni Bus, depart from Sammonaukio D station.

Where do I catch the Tampere to Kotka train from?

Tampere to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Tampere station.

Train or bus from Tampere to Kotka?

The best way to get from Tampere to Kotka is to bus which takes 4h 5m and costs €14 - €20. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €70 and takes 6h 7m.

Where does the Tampere to Kotka bus arrive?

Tampere to Kotka bus services, operated by Onni Bus, arrive at Kotkan linja-autoasema PÄÄTEPYSÄKKI station.

Where does the Tampere to Kotka train arrive?

Tampere to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Tikkurila station.

Can I drive from Tampere to Kotka?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampere to Kotka is 238 km. It takes approximately 3h 16m to drive from Tampere to Kotka.

How do I get a train ticket from Tampere to Kotka?

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Where can I stay near Kotka?

There are 120+ hotels available in Kotka.

Tampere to Kotka - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Tampere to Kotka by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
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1. Take the bus from Sammonaukio D to Kotkan linja-autoasema PÄÄTEPYSÄKKIOb37
4h 5m
€14–20
Train
1. Take the train from Tampere to TikkurilaR
2. Take the train from Tikkurila to KouvolaZ / ...
3. Take the train from Kouvola to KotkaO
6h 7m
€34–67
Drive 238.5 km
1. Drive from Tampere to Kotka238.5 km
3h 16m
€44–63

Tampere to Kotka by bus

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Distance: 248.2 km
Duration: 4h 5m

What companies run services between Tampere, Finland and Kotka, Finland?

Onni Bus operates a bus from Sammonaukio D to Kotkan linja-autoasema PÄÄTEPYSÄKKI 4 times a day. Tickets cost €14–20 and the journey takes 4h 5m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Tampere to Kotka via Tikkurila and Kouvola in around 6h 7m.

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