Night Trains
Night trains are about 450 meters long, which makes them a very long and impressive train type. Here we will look at the main differences and what can be found in this type of train. They are designed for very long journeys that are usually made at night, so that you arrive at your destination in the morning, allowing you to make the best use of your time. Different cabins and beds as well as many services, such as a cafeteria or the possibility to take your car on the train. This is just one of the small things you will find here.
If you want to know about prices, what connections these trains have and much more, you can’t miss what we see below. On the most popular nights of the ski season, up to five night trains depart from Helsinki, two towards Kolari and three towards Rovaniemi.
Key Features:
- Length: Approximately 450 meters long
- Purpose: Very long journeys (over 6-8 hours) usually made at night
- Advantage: Arrive at destination in morning, maximize time use
- Peak Season: Up to 5 night trains from Helsinki (2 to Kolari, 3 to Rovaniemi)
🌙 Travel while you sleep and wake up at your destination! Perfect for trips over 6-8 hours.
Prices
Prices are indicative, and the lowest price we have found is indicated, so you know at what price you can travel to different destinations in this table.
| Train Connection | Price |
|---|---|
| Tampere – Kolari | €49.00 |
| Helsinki – Kolari | €62.50 |
| Helsinki – Tampere | €62.50 |
| Helsinki – Kemijärvi | €60.70 |
| Helsinki – Oulu | €40.90 |
| Turku – Rovaniemi | €56.50 |
🚗 Car on Night Train
The price for bringing a car is usually as follows:
- Parking: From €39
- Motorcycle: From €29
- Cheapest option: Sleeping cabin + car €88 (cabin €49 + car €39)
But this depends on the cabin or ticket type you choose to see the final price.
🐕 Pets
You can also bring a pet to the passenger compartment, and the price is about €4-8 per dog or carrier dog. Even on multi-hour long-distance trips, there are often stops where you can exit the train when you stop at an intermediate station.
What Are the Night Train Connections?
As you can see from the map, the illuminated lines are the routes operated by night trains. Although you can also travel from Turku to Tampere with this type of train, it is not designed for this purpose, as the journey is very short. And usually it is designed for trips over 6-8 hours. But it can also be useful when there is a need to go to intermediate points. However, in this case we recommend using other types of trains, which are usually cheaper.
Main Stations and Connections:
- Pasila
- Turku
- Tampere
- Oulu
- Rovaniemi
- Kolari
- Kemijärvi
⚠️ Unfortunately, there are no specific night train timetables, and sometimes there are no daily departures. It is best to check the connection and day you are interested in traveling!
Train Connections to Ski Slopes
On the other hand, there are also train connections to ski slopes during the season. If you want to know which attractions have a train connection, and you just need to bring your equipment or rent it when you arrive, from the map above you can see very well all the destinations and connections.
Travel in Your Own Cabin
They offer different cabins for different needs and situations. Whether it’s for one person or a whole group, the cabin is always reserved for private use; they do not sell separate bed places in cabins.
🛏️ All cabins are reserved for private use – no shared sleeping spaces!
Cabin Types
⬆️ Upper Floor Cabins
Enjoy luxury with your own shower and WC. More expensive but premium comfort.
⬇️ Lower Floor Cabins
More affordable cabins with shower and WC in the corridor. Budget-friendly option.
💺 Seat Option
If a cabin is not necessary, you can choose a train seat, often cheaper than a sleeping cabin.
Cabin Options:
- 1-2 persons: Standard cabin size
- 1-3 persons: Larger cabin option
- Combinable cabins (2 + 2 persons): Available on lower floor with removable partition wall (book through customer service)
- Accessible cabins: Available for passengers with special needs
- Pet-friendly cabins: For traveling with pets
- All cabins: Feature bunk beds
👶 Children
A child aged 0-10 travels FREE on their night train with another passenger in the same bed. However, it should be noted that the bed width is 0.75 meters and the length is 2.00 meters, so for a larger child the trip is more comfortable when they have their own bed. An adult must always travel in a sleeping cabin with small children.
📱 Currently, you can only buy seats for their night train through the VR Matkalla app. They are working hard to get sleeping cabins available in the app as soon as possible!
Tips and Additional Information
The night train service offers its passengers a special and comfortable way to travel across Finland. This form of night train travel is like a hotel experience on rails. In the sleeping cabin you can rest in soft beds with blankets, pillows and sheets. Especially in cabins with a shower, comfort is emphasized, as they are equipped with bath towels and their own water point. In the cabin you can experience the same feeling as in the intimacy of a small hotel room, watching the passing landscapes from large windows.
🌙 Comfort Tips
👂 For Light Sleepers
Bring earplugs as train sounds and other passengers may cause disturbance.
👕 Clothing
Comfortable travel clothes and warm wool socks are the ideal choice.
🚪 Privacy
Close the cabin door and let the train rock you to sleep while watching landscapes.
🍽️ Restaurant Services
Restaurant services make the journey even more enjoyable. In the sleeping cabin, the restaurant wagon menu list awaits, from which you can order delicacies directly from the conductor. Breakfast can be ordered in advance through the vr.fi website, and it is delivered directly to your cabin during your trip.
📶 Entertainment & Connectivity
Available Services:
- Free WiFi: Allows entertainment consumption during journey
- Download content: Good idea to download series and movies offline beforehand for uninterrupted viewing
- Nextory trial: 60-day trial period for audio and e-book service – plenty of choice for book lovers!
🌱 Environmental Friendliness
The train’s environmental friendliness and green values deserve special mention. Train travel is by far the most environmentally friendly way to travel, so by choosing the night train service, you are also making an eco-friendly choice!
Whether your reason for traveling is work, vacation or something else, we wish you a memorable and comfortable journey on the night train!
Book Your Night Train Journey
Experience the unique comfort of traveling across Finland while you sleep. Wake up refreshed at your destination with 450 meters of luxury on rails!