Does Finland use average speed cameras?
Speed camera technology and plans in Finland.
Short answer
Verkkouutiset reported that the police have wanted average speed enforcement in Finland, but its introduction has repeatedly failed because of technical and legal problems. Average speed checks calculate a car's speed between two camera points far apart. Moottori reported in February 2026 that the National Police Board would like to trial it on key road sections, and that a VTT study for the Board in December 2025 found more accurate enforcement technically possible. The police also see phone and seat belt use as natural new targets for cameras.
Why
- Average speed checks are not in use yet.
- Police want to trial it on key roads.
- Phone and seat belt checks are also planned targets.
Details
Moottori listed police fines of 100 euros for holding a phone while driving and 70 euros for not wearing a seat belt.
Tip
Braking only at the camera will not help if average speed checks arrive, so keep to the limit all the way.
What may differ
Verkkouutiset reported that Norway introduced average speed checks in 2009 and has 27 such sections.
Common misconception
Finland already fines drivers based on average speed.
What actually happens
Finnish cameras measure speed at one point.
People also ask
- How many speed cameras are there in Finland?
- How much are speeding fines in Finland?
- Can you use a phone while driving in Finland?
Sources
This answer is for reference only. Traffic rules and fees change, so check Traficom, Liikenneturva or the police before you drive.
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