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

The cheapest way to get from Kajaani to Lapland is to bus which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kajaani to Lapland is to drive which takes 4h 3m and costs €60 - €90.

Is there a direct bus between Kajaani and Lapland?

No, there is no direct bus from Kajaani to Lapland. However, there are services departing from Kaukametsä P and arriving at Rovaniemi linja-autoasema via Oulu linja-autoasema. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 18m.

Is there a direct train between Kajaani and Lapland?

No, there is no direct train from Kajaani to Lapland. However, there are services departing from Kajaani and arriving at Rovaniemi via Oulu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 27m.

How far is it from Kajaani to Lapland?

The distance between Kajaani and Lapland is 396 km. The road distance is 335.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Kajaani to Lapland without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs €45 - €85.

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Kajaani to Lapland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kajaani to Lapland bus from?

Kajaani to Lapland bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, depart from Kaukametsä P station.

Where do I catch the Kajaani to Lapland train from?

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

Train or bus from Kajaani to Lapland?

The best way to get from Kajaani to Lapland is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs €45 - €85. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 18m.

Where does the Kajaani to Lapland bus arrive?

Kajaani to Lapland bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, arrive at Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituri station.

Where does the Kajaani to Lapland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kajaani to Lapland?

Yes, the driving distance between Kajaani to Lapland is 336 km. It takes approximately 4h 3m to drive from Kajaani to Lapland.

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

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Kajaani to Lapland - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Kajaani to Lapland by train, bus, or car

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kajaani to Oulutrain Ic 711 / ...
2. Take the train from Oulu to Rovaniemitrain Ic 23 / ...
5h 27m
€49–83
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kaukametsä P to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Joensuu - Kajaani - Oulu
2. Take the bus from Oulu linja-autoasema to Rovaniemi linja-autoasemabus 3003 / ...
6h 18m
€42–65
Drive 335.5 km
1. Drive from Kajaani to Rovaniemicar 335.5 km
4h 3m
€62–89
Bus via Kauppatori P
1. Take the bus from Kauppatori P to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Kajaani - Vaala - Oulu
2. Take the bus from 12 to 1bus Oulu - Ranua - Rovaniemi
7h 9m

Kajaani to Lapland by train

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5h 27mAverage Duration

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Distance: 395.7 km
Duration: 5h 27m

What companies run services between Kajaani, Kainuu, Finland and Lapland, Finland?

You can take a train from Kajaani to Rovaniemi via Oulu in around 5h 27m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Kaukametsä P to Rovaniemi linja-autoasema via Oulu linja-autoasema in around 6h 18m.

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