How to travel from Kajaani to Kemi, Finland

The distance between Kajaani and Kemi is around 288km (179 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to drive which takes around 3h 45m.

4 routes found

We've found 4 different ways to get from Kajaani to Kemi by train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KemiKajaani if you're planning a return trip.

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Bus

Take the bus to T and then to 2.

  • Duration4hrs
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €6($6)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

We’ve grouped similar routes together, click the arrows to see the other options.

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Train

Take the train to Kemi.

  • Duration4h 5m
  • Departstwice daily
  • Typical cost
    €35($35)
Operated by

Finnish Railways (VR)

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Drive

Drive to Kemi.

  • Duration3h 45m
  • Distance306km (190 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Kajaani and Kemi

There are several options for getting from Kajaani to Kemi by train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around and will take around 4h 15m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can drive and arrive in approximately 3h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €65 ($65).

The distance between Kajaani and Kemi is around 288km (179 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 224km (139 miles)

It takes around 4h 5m to get from Kajaani and Kemi by train. If you are travelling by car it will take around 3h 45m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Kajaani to Kemi is to drive which takes around 3h 45m and will set you back approx €65 ($65).

The cheapest way to travel between Kajaani and Kemi, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Kajaani and Kemi. It typically takes around 4h 5m and departs twice daily.

Yes there is a direct train service that runs between Kajaani and Kemi with no changeovers required. The train runs twice daily and takes 4h 5m.

Finnish Railways (VR) run train services between Kajaani and Kemi. Trains depart twice daily and will take around 4h 5m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Kajaani and Kemi. It typically takes around 4hrs and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Kajaani to Kemi. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in T. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 4hrs.

Pohjolan Matka, Onni Bus, Orajärven Bussit Oy, J.M. Eskelisen Lapin Linjat Oy and Saaga Travel Oy run regular bus services between Kajaani and Kemi. Buses run once daily and take around 4hrs on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

It doesn't look like you can fly directly from Kajaani to Kemi. We recommend that you take the train to Kemi. instead which will take 4h 5m.

The closest major airport to Kemi is Oulu Airport (OUL) (OUL) which is approximately 97km (60 miles) from Kemi. Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) (RVN) and Kuusamo Airport (KAO) (KAO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Kajaani and Kemi. The distance is around 306km (190 miles) by road and it will take around 3h 45m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Kajaani to Kemi is to take the train which takes, on average, 4h 5m and will usually cost around €35 ($35).

How do I get from Kajaani to Kemi

Compare travel optionsbetween Kajaani and Kemi

Transport options from Kajaani to Kemi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Bus + 1 similar
4hrs
€6($6)
once daily290km (180 miles)
Bus via Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituri4h 15m
5 times a week294km (183 miles)
Train
4h 5m
€35($35)
twice daily288km (179 miles)
Drive
3h 45m
€65($65)
on demand306km (190 miles)

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Airports near Kemi

The following major airports near Kemi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Finland and internationally.

OUL
Oulu Airport (OUL)
International Airport
Distance
97km (60 miles) from Kemi
RVN
Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
International Airport
Distance
108km (67 miles) from Kemi
KAO
Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
214km (133 miles) from Kemi