What is the cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Lapland?

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Lapland is to bus which costs €40 - €120 and takes 11h 10m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helsinki to Lapland?

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Lapland is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs €95 - €180.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Lapland?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Helsinki, linja-autoasema, Kamppi and arriving at Rovaniemi linja-autoasema. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 11h 10m.

Is there a direct train between Helsinki and Lapland?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Helsinki and arriving at Rovaniemi. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 8h 3m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Lapland?

The distance between Helsinki and Lapland is 639 km. The road distance is 825.1 km.

How do I travel from Helsinki to Lapland without a car?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Lapland without a car is to train which takes 8h 3m and costs €110 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Helsinki to Lapland?

It takes approximately 4h 30m to get from Helsinki to Lapland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Lapland bus from?

Helsinki to Lapland bus services, operated by Tilausliikenne Himanen, depart from Helsinki, linja-autoasema, Kamppi station.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Lapland train from?

Helsinki to Lapland train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Helsinki station.

Train, bus or fly from Helsinki to Lapland?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Lapland is to fly which takes 4h 30m and costs €95 - €180. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €110 - €180 and takes 8h 3m, you could also bus, which costs €40 - €120 and takes 11h 10m.

Where does the Helsinki to Lapland bus arrive?

Helsinki to Lapland bus services, operated by Tilausliikenne Himanen, arrive at Rovaniemi linja-autoasema station.

Where does the Helsinki to Lapland train arrive?

Helsinki to Lapland train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Rovaniemi station.

Can I drive from Helsinki to Lapland?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki to Lapland is 825 km. It takes approximately 9h 42m to drive from Helsinki to Lapland.

How do I get a train ticket from Helsinki to Lapland?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Helsinki to Lapland?

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Where can I stay near Lapland?

There are 1746+ hotels available in Lapland.

Helsinki to Lapland - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Helsinki to Lapland by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Kemi-Tornio Airport
best
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kemi-Tornio Airport (KEM)plane HEL - KEM
4h 30m
€98–175
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Helsinki, linja-autoasema, Kamppi to Rovaniemi linja-autoasemabus 3003 / ...
11h 10m
€40–120
Train
1. Take the train from Helsinki to Rovaniemitrain Ic 25 / ...
8h 3m
€110–180
Drive 825.1 km
1. Drive from Helsinki to Rovaniemicar 825.1 km
9h 42m
€152–219
Fly to Rovaniemi
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane HEL - RVN
4h 57m
€82–198
Fly to Oulu Airport, train
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Oulu Airport (OUL)plane HEL - OUL
2. Take the train from Oulu to Kemitrain
5h 16m
€84–231
Fly to Kittilä Airport
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kittilä Airport (KTT)plane HEL - KTT
4h 45m
€96–400
Fly to Ivalo
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Ivalo (IVL)plane HEL - IVL
4h 42m
€163–505

Helsinki to Lapland by train

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Distance: 638.8 km
Duration: 4h 30m

What companies run services between Helsinki, Finland and Lapland, Finland?

Finnair flies from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kemi-Tornio Airport (KEM) twice daily. Alternatively, Finnish Railways (VR) operates a train from Helsinki to Rovaniemi 5 times a day. Tickets cost €110–180 and the journey takes 8h 3m.

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