Transportation and getting around in Tampere
By train to Tampere
Check out the train services on the VR website.
You can easily reach Tampere by train. The railway station is located in the heart of Tampere and offers excellent connections to all parts of the city.
You can catch the Nysse straight from Rautatienkatu; there’s also a tram stop right on the corner of the railway station. The taxi rank is also in front of the station building.
Renovation work around the railway station is altering familiar routes; you can find the current diversion routes at asemakorttelit.tampere.fi.
By bus to Tampere
Tampere’s central location ensures excellent and varied bus connections.
The long-distance coaches operate from the Tampere bus station, address Hatanpään valtatie 5-7.
Onnibus also operates in Tampere. You can find timetable and route information from Onnibus website.
Find out more about bus services on the Matkahuolto website.
By bus to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport
Please note that the airport bus service will no longer operate from August 2026 onwards.
Public transport in the Tampere region serves the airport. The direct airport bus service from Tampere city centre to the airport, operated by Nysse, is synchronised with flight timetables. Bus 103 travels via Tampere city centre to the railway station, from where it continues via the coach station on the most direct route to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport, stopping right in front of the terminal. The journey from the railway station takes approximately 30 minutes.
The bus operates as a shuttle service, arriving at Tampere-Pirkkala approximately one hour before the flight departs. The bus will wait at the stop for the return flight. If the flight is delayed, the bus will wait for passengers within the limits of its timetable (up to 30 minutes). Check Nysse’s website for the latest information on routes and timetables.
By car to Tampere
Over the coming years, a number of major urban development and transport projects will be underway simultaneously in and around Tampere city centre, which will make our daily lives easier. When travelling around the city, please bear in mind that construction work is currently affecting traffic.
Tampere also offers free park and ride facilities along public transport routes. Park and ride is a convenient way to avoid traffic congestion in Tampere city centre. For more information on park and ride facilities visit the Nysse website.
The City of Tampere also provides information on recommended routes and parking arrangements. Find out more via the links below.
Where can I park my car?
Information regarding parking in Tampere can be found on the city’s website.
Car park capacities in the vicinity of Nokia Arena (in Finnish):
P-Ratina 1215
P-Hämppi 972
P-Koskikeskus 390
P-Tullintori 530
P-Tampere-talo 287
P-Asema 460
Flying to Tampere
Tampere Airport, officially Tampere-Pirkkala Airport, is the second largest international airport in Finland as almost 100% of its passengers are travelling internationally. Airport is located 17 km from Tampere city centre.
The airline airBaltic operates to and from Tampere.
Arrival at Nokia Arena
Thanks to its central location, Nokia Arena is extremely easy to reach, whether on foot or by public transport. From the nearest tram stop, Sorin aukio, it is just a few minutes’ walk to the arena, and most local buses stop near the arena. In addition, Tampere’s bus station and railway station are located next to the arena. Following concerts and major events, additional train services to Helsinki are arranged.
You can find more information about getting to Nokia Arena here.
Getting around in Tampere
By bus, tram or local train?
Nysse, the public transport service for the Tampere region, offers excellent connections both within Tampere and to neighbouring municipalities. You can travel effortlessly and reliably from one place to another every day of the year. You can find the routes and timetables for buses, trams and local trains in the Route Guide, which is also available in the Nysse Mobile app.
You can buy a single ticket, a day ticket or a season ticket for Nysse’s services. You can also pay for single tickets or day tickets using contactless payment. You can find more information about tickets here. Please remember to validate your ticket on every journey, including on the tram.
Download also the Nysse Mobile app to your phone!
Hire a car
If you’d like to hire a car, take a look at Avis. They also offer electric vehicles, and your car can be delivered directly to your hotel, elsewhere in the city centre, or to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. They also offer electric vehicles, and your car can be delivered directly to your hotel, elsewhere in the city centre, or to Tampere-Pirkkala Airport. Book through this link to enjoy a 10% discount!
Hop on your bike or hop on your electric scooter
Cycling is a great way to explore the city or get from one place to another. Tampere’s city bikes, known as Sale bikes, offer a quick and hassle-free way to get around, and there are already 170 bike stations across Tampere. Read more about the city bikes here.
Electric scooters for hire in Tampere are available from companies such as Voi, Ryde and Dott.
Taxi services
Taxi services in the area are provided by companies such as Taksi Tampere and Menevä.
