Distance from Helsinki to Oulu
Estimates: a direct flight at 820 km/h plus 45 min; car at 75 km/h over road distance, which is never a straight line.
Helsinki, until about 1930 known in English by its Swedish name of Helsingfors, is the capital and most populous city in Finland. It is on the shore of the Gulf of Finland and is the seat of southern Finland's Uusimaa…
Oulu is a major port city in Finland and the regional capital of North Ostrobothnia. It is located on the north-western coast of the country, at the mouth of the River Oulu. The population of Oulu is approximately 217…
Frequently asked questions
How many kilometres from Helsinki to Oulu?
It is 539 km in a straight line from Helsinki to Oulu. By road, where there is one, it is usually 20 to 30 % more.
How long is the flight from Helsinki to Oulu?
A direct flight takes about 1 h 24 min, counting take-off and approach. Not every route has a direct flight.
How long is the drive from Helsinki to Oulu?
Around 8 h 59 min of driving, at an average of 75 km/h on a road that is never straight.