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

The cheapest way to get from Kajaani to Varkaus is to train and bus which costs €26 - €50 and takes 4h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kajaani to Varkaus is to drive which takes 2h 57m and costs €45 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Kajaani and Varkaus?

No, there is no direct bus from Kajaani to Varkaus. However, there are services departing from Pohjolankatu 35 and arriving at Varkaus via Kuopio, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 25m.

How far is it from Kajaani to Varkaus?

The distance between Kajaani and Varkaus is 242 km. The road distance is 243.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Kajaani to Varkaus without a car is to train and bus which takes 4h 5m and costs €26 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 4h 5m to get from Kajaani to Varkaus, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kajaani to Varkaus bus from?

Kajaani to Varkaus bus services, operated by Savonlinja Oy, depart from Pohjolankatu 35 station.

Where does the Kajaani to Varkaus bus arrive?

Kajaani to Varkaus bus services, operated by Savonlinja Oy, arrive at Tulo station.

Can I drive from Kajaani to Varkaus?

Yes, the driving distance between Kajaani to Varkaus is 243 km. It takes approximately 2h 57m to drive from Kajaani to Varkaus.

Where can I stay near Varkaus?

There are 60+ hotels available in Varkaus.

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

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

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Train, bus
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1. Take the train from Kajaani to Kuopiotrain Ic 68 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kuopio, Bus Station to Varkausbus S14 / ...
4h 5m
€27–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Pohjolankatu 35 to Tulobus Kajaani - Iisalmi - Kuopio
2. Take the bus from Kuopio, Bus Station to Varkausbus S14 / ...
4h 25m
€37–50
Drive 243.4 km
1. Drive from Kajaani to Varkauscar 243.4 km
2h 57m
€45–65
Train, bus via Järvelänkatu Ka
1. Take the train from Kajaani to Kuopiotrain Ic 68 / ...
2. Take the bus from Linja-autoasema to Järvelänkatu Kabus Kuopio - Varkaus / ...
4h 13m
€30–45

Kajaani to Varkaus by train and bus

47Weekly Services

4h 5mAverage Duration

€27Cheapest Price

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Distance: 241.9 km
Duration: 4h 5m

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

You can take a bus from Pohjolankatu 35 to Varkaus via Tulo and Kuopio, Bus Station in around 4h 25m.

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