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

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Ruka is to bus via Helsinki Kamppi which costs €50 - €90 and takes 13h 59m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Ruka is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs €100 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Ruka?

No, there is no direct bus from Helsinki to Ruka. However, there are services departing from 29 and arriving at Talvijärvi P via 12 and Kelantie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 54m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Ruka?

The distance between Helsinki and Ruka is 719 km. The road distance is 818.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Helsinki to Ruka without a car is to train and bus via Oulu which takes 11h 7m and costs €110 - €190.

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

It takes approximately 4h 51m to get from Helsinki to Ruka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Ruka bus from?

Helsinki to Ruka bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from 29 station.

Bus or fly from Helsinki to Ruka?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Ruka is to fly which takes 4h 51m and costs €100 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €130 and takes 13h 54m.

Where does the Helsinki to Ruka bus arrive?

Helsinki to Ruka bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituri station.

Can I drive from Helsinki to Ruka?

Yes, the driving distance between Helsinki to Ruka is 818 km. It takes approximately 9h 43m to drive from Helsinki to Ruka.

Where can I stay near Ruka?

There are 840+ hotels available in Ruka.

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There are 7 ways to get from Helsinki to Ruka by plane, train, bus, or car

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Fly to Kuusamo
best
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane HEL - KAO
4h 51m
€105–285
Bus via Helsinki Kamppi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Helsinki Kamppi to Oulu, Bus Stationbus Ob1
2. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8
13h 59m
€50–89
Train, bus via Oulu
1. Take the train from Helsinki Central Station to Oulutrain Ic 25 / ...
2. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8
11h 7m
€110–188
Bus
1. Take the bus from 29 to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Ob4 / ...
2. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8
13h 54m
€51–129
Drive 818.3 km
1. Drive from Helsinki to Rukacar 818.3 km
9h 43m
€155–224
Fly to Rovaniemi, bus
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane HEL - RVN
2. Take the bus from Lentoasema to ABC pihabus
3. Take the bus from ABC piha to Talvijärvi Ebus
7h 36m
€101–265
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Helsinki to Kemijärvitrain Pyo 265
2. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5
16h 9m
€144–222

Helsinki to Ruka by train and bus

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Distance: 719.4 km
Duration: 4h 51m

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

Finnair flies from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kuusamo (KAO) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from 29 to Talvijärvi P via 12 and Kelantie in around 13h 54m.

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