Transportation in Tampere
Navigate Tampere's modern transport network. Guide to the new tram system, buses, and getting around Finland's third-largest city.
Tampere opened Finland's first modern tramway in 2021, complementing an extensive bus network. The city is also very walkable and bike-friendly.
At a glance
- Tram opened
- 2021
- Bus routes
- 70+
- Daily passengers
- 150,000+
- City bike stations
- 70
Transport modes
Tram
Modern tram connecting Hervantajärvi and Kaupin kampus (Tays) with the centre, Santalahti and Lentävänniemi
Line 1: Kaupin kampus (Tays) - centre - Santalahti - LentävänniemiLine 3: Hervantajärvi - centre - Sorin aukio
Every 6-7 minutesHours: 5:30-23:30
Bus
Comprehensive network serving all areas
5-20 minutes on main routesHours: 5:00-00:00
Tickets & pricing
Zones
| Zone | Coverage |
|---|---|
| City | Central Tampere and inner suburbs |
| Regional | Greater Tampere area |
Prices
| Ticket type | Price | Validity |
|---|---|---|
| Single (90 min) | €2.50 (card) / €2.80 (mobile) | City zone |
| Day | €8.00 | City zone |
| 30-day | €65.00 | City zone |
Payment methods
- • Nysse app
- • Travel card
- • Contactless
Discounts
- Students: 50% off
- Seniors: 50% off
Cycling
Tampere City Bikes
Stations: 70
Season: €30
Day: €5
Infrastructure
- Good bike lanes
- Lake routes
- Winter maintenance on main routes
Recommended apps
NysseLocal tickets and routes
City Bikes TampereBike share
Tips
- Get the Nysse app for tickets
- Tram is fastest to Hervanta
- City center is very walkable
- Bike infrastructure is excellent
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