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    What time does the Pendolino Plus train leave Oulu for Helsinki?

    The new Oulu departure time of Pendolino Plus.

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    Short answer

    VR says that from 13 December 2026 the departure time of the Pendolino Plus from Oulu moves from 4.25 to 6.25. The later time means the Pendolino Plus runs on a morning train that suits more travellers. The early-morning service from Oulu continues, but with InterCity carriages. Pendolino Plus started between Helsinki and Oulu in December 2025 and has a new Ekstra Plus travel class with more onboard staff, according to Kaleva.

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    Why

    1. New Oulu departure: 6.25.
    2. Previous time: 4.25.
    3. The early train continues with InterCity carriages.

    Details

    Kaleva reported that the first Pendolino Plus from Helsinki to Oulu left on 15 December 2025 at 14.54.

    Tip

    If you need to be in Helsinki early, the early-morning InterCity from Oulu is still the first option.

    What may differ

    VR says the Helsinki–Oulu route also gets new daily fast InterCity trains in the same timetable change.

    Common misconception

    The Pendolino Plus still leaves Oulu before 5 in the morning.

    What actually happens

    From 13 December 2026 it leaves at 6.25.

    People also ask

    • What is Pendolino Plus?
    • What changes in the VR timetable in December 2026?
    • How to get from Oulu Airport to the city centre

    Sources

    This answer is for reference only. Train timetables, prices and services change, so check VR before you travel.

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