Bus2Train

Paltamo to Oulu

Updated: March 14, 2024 04:12 PM
Oulu

Paltamo to Oulu

Language

The official language of Finland is Finnish, but Swedish is also an official language. English is widely spoken in tourist areas.

Currency

The currency of Finland is the euro (€).

Distance

The distance from Paltamo to Oulu is approximately 130 kilometers (81 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to travel from Paltamo to Oulu:

  • By car: The drive takes approximately 1 hour and 45 minutes.
  • By bus: There are several daily bus services between Paltamo and Oulu. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and costs around €20.
  • By train: There is one daily train service between Paltamo and Oulu. The journey takes approximately 2 hours and 30 minutes and costs around €30.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Paltamo to Oulu will vary depending on the mode of transportation and the time of year. Here are some approximate costs:

  • By car: Fuel costs will vary depending on the size of your car and the price of gas. You can expect to pay around €20-€30 for gas.
  • By bus: Bus tickets cost around €20.
  • By train: Train tickets cost around €30.

Best time to go

The best time to visit Oulu is during the summer months (June-August), when the weather is warm and sunny. However, Oulu is also a beautiful place to visit during the winter months, when the city is covered in snow and the Northern Lights can be seen.

What to Eat

Oulu is home to a variety of restaurants serving both traditional Finnish cuisine and international dishes. Some of the most popular dishes include:

  • Kalakukko: A traditional Finnish dish made with fish, potatoes, and bacon.
  • Poronkäristys: Reindeer stew.
  • Lohikeitto: Salmon soup.

Where to Go

Oulu is a vibrant city with plenty to offer visitors. Some of the most popular attractions include:

  • Oulu Cathedral: A beautiful 19th-century cathedral.
  • Tietomaa Science Centre: A science museum with interactive exhibits for all ages.
  • Oulu Museum of Art: An art museum with a collection of Finnish and international art.

FAQ

Here are some frequently asked questions about traveling from Paltamo to Oulu:

  • What is the cheapest way to get from Paltamo to Oulu? The cheapest way to get from Paltamo to Oulu is by bus.
  • What is the fastest way to get from Paltamo to Oulu? The fastest way to get from Paltamo to Oulu is by car.
  • Is there a direct train from Paltamo to Oulu? Yes, there is one direct train service from Paltamo to Oulu per day.

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

Trips from Paltamo


  • Koli National Park
    Paltamo to Koli National Park

    The official language of Finland is Finnish. However, Swedish is also an official language and is spoken by about 5.5% of the population. English is also w..

  • Skellefteå
    Paltamo to Skellefteå

    Paltamo is a municipality in the Kainuu region of Finland. Skellefteå is a city in the Västerbotten County of Sweden. The distance between Paltamo and Sk..

  • Vaala
    Paltamo to Vaala

    The official language of Finland is Finnish. However, Swedish is also an official language and is spoken by about 5.5% of the population. English is also w..

  • Sotkamo
    Paltamo to Sotkamo

    The official languages of both Paltamo and Sotkamo are Finnish and Swedish. The official currency of both Paltamo and Sotkamo is the Euro (€). The distan..

  • Ristijärvi
    Paltamo to Ristijärvi

    Paltamo and Ristijärvi are two municipalities in Finland. Paltamo is located in the Kainuu region, while Ristijärvi is located in the Northern Ostrobothn..

Trips to Oulu


  • Pyaozersky
    Pyaozersky to Oulu

    The official language of Pyaozersky is Russian. The official language of Oulu..

  • Louhi
    Louhi to Oulu

    The official language of Finland is Finnish. However, Swedish is also an offi..

  • Ristijärvi
    Ristijärvi to Oulu

    Ristijärvi is a municipality in the Kainuu region of Finland. Oulu is a city..

  • Alavieska
    Alavieska to Oulu

    ..

  • Vindeln
    Vindeln to Oulu

    The official languages of Sweden and Finland are Swedish and Finnish, respect..

  • Robertsfors
    Robertsfors to Oulu

    Robertsfors is a town in Västerbotten County, northern Sweden, with 2,161 in..

  • Yushkozero
    Yushkozero to Oulu

    The official language of Yushkozero is Russian. The official languages of Oul..

  • Vidsel
    Vidsel to Oulu

    The official language of both Vidsel and Oulu is Swedish. The currency used i..

  • Hällnäs
    Hällnäs to Oulu

    ..

  • Jörn
    Jörn to Oulu

    The official languages of Oulu are Finnish and Swedish. However, English is w..