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

The cheapest way to get from Kotka to Ruka is to bus which costs €55 - €140 and takes 15h 12m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kotka to Ruka is to train and fly which takes 7h 30m and costs €120 - €330.

Is there a direct bus between Kotka and Ruka?

No, there is no direct bus from Kotka to Ruka. However, there are services departing from Kotka and arriving at Talvijärvi P via Lahti Matkakeskus laituri7, 12 and Kelantie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 15h 12m.

How far is it from Kotka to Ruka?

The distance between Kotka and Ruka is 764 km. The road distance is 754.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Kotka to Ruka without a car is to train and bus via Kajaani which takes 12h 25m and costs €95 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 12h 25m to get from Kotka to Ruka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kotka to Ruka bus from?

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

Where does the Kotka to Ruka bus arrive?

Kotka to Ruka bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at Lahti station.

Can I drive from Kotka to Ruka?

Yes, the driving distance between Kotka to Ruka is 754 km. It takes approximately 9h 10m to drive from Kotka to Ruka.

Where can I stay near Ruka?

There are 840+ hotels available in Ruka.

Kotka to Ruka - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Kotka to Ruka by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Kajaani
best
1. Take the train from Kotka to Kouvolatrain O
2. Take the train from Kouvola to Kajaanitrain
3. Take the bus from Kajaani matkakeskus L4 to Kelantiebus
12h 25m
€98–150
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kotka to Lahtibus
2. Take the bus from Lahti Matkakeskus laituri7 to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Ob4 / ...
3. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8
15h 12m
€57–135
Drive 754.1 km
1. Drive from Kotka to Rukacar 754.1 km
9h 10m
€143–207
Train, fly to Kuusamo
1. Take the train from Kotka to Kouvolatrain
2. Take the train from Kouvola to Tikkurilatrain
3. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane HEL - KAO
7h 30m
€129–328
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Kotka to Kouvolatrain O
2. Take the train from Kouvola to Tikkurilatrain Z / ...
3. Take the train from Tikkurila to Kemijärvitrain
4. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5
19h 9m
€162–269
Train, fly to Rovaniemi, bus
1. Take the train from Kotka to Kouvolatrain
2. Take the train from Kouvola to Tikkurilatrain
3. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane HEL - RVN
4. Take the bus from Lentoasema to ABC pihabus
5. Take the bus from ABC piha to Talvijärvi Ebus
10h 14m
€125–308

Kotka to Ruka by train and bus

7Weekly Services

12h 25mAverage Duration

€98Cheapest Price

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Distance: 763.5 km
Duration: 12h 25m

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

You can take a bus from Kotka to Talvijärvi P via Lahti Matkakeskus laituri7, 12, and Kelantie in around 15h 12m.

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