When did VR night train tickets for summer and autumn 2027 go on sale?
Ticket release dates and extra spring night trains.
Short answer
VR says night train tickets for 26 April to 3 October 2027 went on sale on Monday 12 October 2026 at 9 a.m. The period includes midsummer and the autumn colour season. Cabins start at 59 euros and taking a car starts at 49 euros. VR also runs extra spring night trains from 31 January to 15 April 2027: Helsinki to Rovaniemi on Wednesdays and Sundays and Rovaniemi to Helsinki on Thursdays and Mondays. Tickets for 13 December 2026 to 25 April 2027 were released earlier, on 28 May 2026.
Why
- Sale opened 12 October 2026 at 9 a.m.
- Travel period: 26 April to 3 October 2027.
- Cabins from 59 euros, cars from 49 euros.
Details
VR says it does not sell single berths in shared cabins, so the cabin is always only for you and your companions.
Tip
Book early for midsummer and the autumn colour weeks in Lapland.
What may differ
VR says the cabin price does not depend on the number of passengers.
Common misconception
You can always buy night train tickets a full year ahead.
What actually happens
VR releases tickets for set periods on announced dates.
People also ask
- How far ahead can you buy VR train tickets?
- Is there a night train to Lapland?
- Does the VR night train have a restaurant car?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Train timetables, prices and services change, so check VR before you travel.
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