How far is it from Nivala to Oulu?

The distance between Nivala and Oulu is 153 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Nivala to Oulu?

The drive from Nivala to Oulu takes approximately 2 h 15 min by car.

What is the best route from Nivala to Oulu?

The fastest route from Nivala to Oulu covers 153 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 15 min.

Which direction is Oulu from Nivala?

Oulu lies roughly to the north of Nivala.

Which roads does the route from Nivala to Oulu follow?

The drive from Nivala to Oulu mainly follows 86.

Which towns do you pass between Nivala and Oulu?

Towns on the route from Nivala to Oulu include Ylivieska, Oulainen, Liminka, Kempele.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Nivala and Oulu?

Along the route from Nivala to Oulu you can fill up at Teboil (24/7), ABC S-market Oulainen (24/7), Neste Express Liminka (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Nivala and Oulu?

Along the route from Nivala to Oulu you can stop for the night or service your van at Nivalan matkaparkki, Värminkosken leirintä. The longest stretch on this route with no campsite is 122 km, between Nivalan matkaparkki and Värminkosken leirintä.

Nivala Oulu

Distance: 153 kmDrive time: 2 h 15 min

Driving from Nivala to Oulu takes about 2 h 15 min via 86. The distance is 153 km. The straight-line distance is 123 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Nivala, Oulainen, Liminka, Oulu. Driving directions

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Driving directions26 · 153 km

1 Depart onto Seuratie 36 m
2 At roundabout, take exit left onto Kalliontie 383 m
3 At roundabout, take exit right onto Asematie 444 m
4 Turn left onto Haapajärventie 410 m
5 Enter roundabout right onto Ylivieskantie 46 m
6 Exit roundabout right onto Ylivieskantie 10 km
7 Continue straight onto Savontie 3 km
8 Turn right onto Lentokentäntie 10 km
9 Continue slightly left onto Vähäkankaantie 3 km
10 Turn right onto Hietalantie 5 km
11 Turn right onto Ouluntie 8 km
12 Continue straight onto Ylivieskantie 15 km
13 Enter roundabout slightly right onto Ouluntie 33 m

14 Exit roundabout slightly right onto Ouluntie 34 km
15 Continue straight onto Vihannintie 12 km
16 Continue straight onto Limingantie 10 km
17 Continue straight onto Paavolantie 15 km
18 Turn right onto Raahentie 7 km
19 Enter roundabout straight onto Pohjantie 65 m
20 Exit roundabout straight onto Pohjantie 22 km
21 Take exit slightly right 380 m
22 Keep slightly left 65 m
23 Turn left onto Kainuuntie 2 km
24 Continue straight onto Saaristonkatu 515 m
25 Turn right onto Uusikatu 52 m
26 Arrive onto Uusikatu

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The return trip from Oulu to Nivala covers roughly the same distance, 153 km.

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How far is it from Nivala to Oulu?: The distance between Nivala and Oulu is 153 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Nivala to Oulu?: The drive from Nivala to Oulu takes approximately 2 h 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Nivala to Oulu?: The fastest route from Nivala to Oulu covers 153 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 15 min.
Which direction is Oulu from Nivala?: Oulu lies roughly to the north of Nivala.
Which roads does the route from Nivala to Oulu follow?: The drive from Nivala to Oulu mainly follows 86.
Which towns do you pass between Nivala and Oulu?: Towns on the route from Nivala to Oulu include Ylivieska, Oulainen, Liminka, Kempele.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Nivala and Oulu?: Along the route from Nivala to Oulu you can fill up at Teboil (24/7), ABC S-market Oulainen (24/7), Neste Express Liminka (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Nivala and Oulu?: Along the route from Nivala to Oulu you can stop for the night or service your van at Nivalan matkaparkki, Värminkosken leirintä. The longest stretch on this route with no campsite is 122 km, between Nivalan matkaparkki and Värminkosken leirintä.

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