Kemi Railway Station
Part of the Oulu-Tornio railway line in the Lapland province, Kemi Railway Station is one of Finland’s most important railway junctions, serving both passenger and freight trains.
If you want to take advantage of this means of transportation, which allows you to travel to almost anywhere in Finland, stay until the end! We give you all the information you need here.
Major Railway Junction
Kemi Railway Station is recognized as one of Finland’s most important railway hubs, strategically located on the Oulu-Tornio line in the Lapland province. The station serves as a critical junction for both passenger and freight services, connecting travelers to destinations throughout Finland including Helsinki, Rovaniemi, and Kolari.
Kemi railway station is located specifically at Rautatienkatu 3, 94100 Kemi. To help you find the railway station more easily, here is a location map.
You can also take advantage of the map of the immediate vicinity of Kemi railway station, which can be found on the Finnish Transport Infrastructure Agency’s official website, here.
Extensive Track Configuration
The railway system consists of:
- 3 platform tracks for passenger services
- 11 yard tracks
- 2 freight tracks
- 7 depot tracks
All passenger trains on this line stop at Kemi station.
Long-distance traffic routes:
- Helsinki – Rovaniemi
- Helsinki – Kolari
Track usage:
- Track 1: Used by most trains
- Track 2: Used by two special trains
- Freight traffic: Paper industry products, wood, and some chemical products
Checking train arrival times from Kemi station is easy and convenient. The information display on the platform provides up-to-date information on train schedules and possible delays. The information display also shows the train number, departure station, estimated arrival time, and any comments. But if you want to view the information online before arriving at the station, you will find links just below.
We have selected different platforms so that you have a choice if one of them does not display the information correctly. From the official vr.fi site to others that can be useful.
Here you will find information such as the schedule, train number, train route, and the line on which the train arrives. So check out the incoming trains below.
See the links below:
It is very important for passengers to check train schedules correctly before departure. Train departure times and possible delays at Kemi station can be checked in several different ways, and it is important to use correct and reliable sources.
One of the most important sources is VR’s official website, vr.fi. The website provides up-to-date information on train schedules, and passengers can also buy tickets and make travel reservations. The website also provides information on possible exceptions to train traffic, such as delays and cancellations.
In addition, the information display on the station platform provides up-to-date information on train schedules and possible delays. The information display also shows the train number, departure station, estimated arrival time, and any comments.
It is important to check train schedules from different sources to ensure they are up-to-date and reliable. This reduces the possibility of passengers experiencing delays or confusion during the journey. Therefore, it is very important to use official sources such as VR’s websites as well as station information boards and displays. Or one of the websites below. So don’t hesitate to visit more than one of the links below.
If you want to know the train departures from this station, you can also check the following links:
Ticket Machines Outside Station
At the station operated by Virtual Reality, VR, there were previously ticket sales points. These have now been removed, so tickets can be purchased from ticket machines located outside the station. See our detailed guide on Finnish trains here.
You can also use the VR Matkalla mobile app, which is the ideal portal for purchasing tickets for train access, and each ticket is a separate service. The app is available on the App Store for iOS and the Play Store for Android. Here are the tickets you can purchase:
- Single tickets
- Temporary tickets
- Series tickets
- Night train and bus tickets
- Interrail tickets
- Escort ticket (free under certain conditions)
- Meeting and group travel tickets
Open Waiting Area
Additionally, don’t forget that you have an open waiting area available so you can be comfortably and safely when your train arrives at the station. This is available Monday through Sunday from 5:45-22:50.
No Auto-Train Service
Currently there is no auto-train parking service available. If you need this service, you can use large stations such as Helsinki Central Station. If you don’t want to go there, you can call customer service and ask what the service includes before going to the station.
If you want to keep your car safe when using station services or even drop off your loved ones, you can keep your vehicle in the parking garages near the station. Here is information on how to do this.
Kemin Rautatieasema pysäköinti
Assistance Service Available
Everyone should and can move freely at Kemi station. There are high platforms and barrier-free access to low-floor trains. In addition, there is an assistant service inside the station. The assistance point is located next to the escort parking. For this service, note the following:
- The point does not have a roof
- Book at least 36 hours before your departure
- Call the Accessible Travel Service number: 0800 188 822
- The service is free of charge
- Operating hours: Monday-Friday 5:00-22:00, Saturday-Sunday 7:00-22:00
Address
Rautatienkatu 3
94100 Kemi
Finland
Phone
VR Customer Service: 0100 3232
(€0.06/min, call charge applies)
International: +358 923 192 902
Accessible Travel: 0800 188 822 (Free)