What is the cheapest way to get from Kuopio to Joensuu?

The cheapest way to get from Kuopio to Joensuu is to bus which costs €12 - €28 and takes 2h 25m.

What is the fastest way to get from Kuopio to Joensuu?

The fastest way to get from Kuopio to Joensuu is to drive which takes 1h 50m and costs €25 - €40.

Is there a direct bus between Kuopio and Joensuu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Linja-autoasema 4 and arriving at 2. Services depart every three hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Kuopio and Joensuu?

No, there is no direct train from Kuopio to Joensuu. However, there are services departing from Kuopio and arriving at Joensuu via Pieksämäki. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 1m.

How far is it from Kuopio to Joensuu?

The distance between Kuopio and Joensuu is 145 km. The road distance is 136.4 km.

How do I travel from Kuopio to Joensuu without a car?

The best way to get from Kuopio to Joensuu without a car is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €12 - €28.

How long does it take to get from Kuopio to Joensuu?

The bus from Linja-autoasema 4 to 2 takes 2h 25m including transfers and departs every three hours.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Joensuu bus from?

Kuopio to Joensuu bus services, operated by Savonlinja Oy, depart from Linja-autoasema 4 station.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Joensuu train from?

Kuopio to Joensuu train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Kuopio station.

Train or bus from Kuopio to Joensuu?

The best way to get from Kuopio to Joensuu is to bus which takes 2h 25m and costs €12 - €28. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €30 - €60 and takes 4h 1m.

Where does the Kuopio to Joensuu bus arrive?

Kuopio to Joensuu bus services, operated by Savonlinja Oy, arrive at 2 station.

Where does the Kuopio to Joensuu train arrive?

Kuopio to Joensuu train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Pieksämäki station.

Can I drive from Kuopio to Joensuu?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuopio to Joensuu is 136 km. It takes approximately 1h 50m to drive from Kuopio to Joensuu.

How do I get a train ticket from Kuopio to Joensuu?

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How do I get a bus ticket from Kuopio to Joensuu?

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Kuopio to Joensuu - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Kuopio to Joensuu by bus, train, or car

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1. Take the bus from Linja-autoasema 4 to 2bus Kuopio - Outokumpu - Joensuu / ...
2h 25m
€12–28
Train
1. Take the train from Kuopio to Pieksämäkitrain Ic 142 / ...
2. Take the train from Pieksämäki to Joensuutrain Hdm 723 / ...
4h 1m
€31–57
Drive 136.4 km
1. Drive from Kuopio to Joensuucar 136.4 km
1h 50m
€25–37

Kuopio to Joensuu by bus

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Distance: 144.8 km
Duration: 2h 25m

What companies run services between Kuopio, Finland and Joensuu, Finland?

Savonlinja Oy operates a bus from Linja-autoasema 4 to 2 every 4 hours. Tickets cost €25–28 and the journey takes 2h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, you can take a train from Kuopio to Joensuu via Pieksämäki in around 4h 1m.

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