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

The cheapest way to get from Kuopio to Lapland is to bus which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Kuopio to Lapland is to drive which takes 6h 6m and costs €90 - €140.

Is there a direct bus between Kuopio and Lapland?

No, there is no direct bus from Kuopio to Lapland. However, there are services departing from Linja-autoasema 1 and arriving at Rovaniemi linja-autoasema via Oulu linja-autoasema. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 5m.

Is there a direct train between Kuopio and Lapland?

No, there is no direct train from Kuopio to Lapland. However, there are services departing from Kuopio and arriving at Rovaniemi via Oulu. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 25m.

How far is it from Kuopio to Lapland?

The distance between Kuopio and Lapland is 556 km. The road distance is 505.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Kuopio to Lapland without a car is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs €65 - €120.

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

It takes approximately 7h 25m to get from Kuopio to Lapland, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Lapland bus from?

Kuopio to Lapland bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from Linja-autoasema 1 station.

Where do I catch the Kuopio to Lapland train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Kuopio to Lapland?

The best way to get from Kuopio to Lapland is to train which takes 7h 25m and costs €65 - €120. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €60 and takes 8h 5m, you could also fly, which costs €170 - €490 and takes 7h 25m.

Where does the Kuopio to Lapland bus arrive?

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

Where does the Kuopio to Lapland train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Kuopio to Lapland?

Yes, the driving distance between Kuopio to Lapland is 506 km. It takes approximately 6h 6m to drive from Kuopio to Lapland.

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

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

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Where can I stay near Lapland?

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Kuopio to Lapland - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Kuopio to Lapland by train, bus, car, or plane

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Train
best
1. Take the train from Kuopio to Oulutrain Ic 63 / ...
2. Take the train from Oulu to Rovaniemitrain Ic 23 / ...
7h 25m
€69–116
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Linja-autoasema 1 to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Ob5
2. Take the bus from Oulu linja-autoasema to Rovaniemi linja-autoasemabus 3003 / ...
8h 5m
€36–58
Drive 505.6 km
1. Drive from Kuopio to Rovaniemicar 505.6 km
6h 6m
€93–134
Fly to Kemi-Tornio Airport
1. Fly from Kuopio (KUO) to Kemi-Tornio Airport (KEM)plane KUO - KEM
7h 25m
€170–490
Bus via Kajaani
1. Take the bus from Linja-autoasema 1 to Tulobus
2. Take the bus from Kajaani matkakeskus L3 to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus
3. Take the bus from 12 to Rovaniemi Rautatieasema pihabus
10h 20m
Fly to Rovaniemi
1. Fly from Kuopio (KUO) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane KUO - RVN
7h 17m
€166–464

Kuopio to Lapland by train

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7h 25mAverage Duration

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Distance: 556.5 km
Duration: 7h 25m

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

You can take a train from Kuopio to Rovaniemi via Oulu in around 7h 25m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Linja-autoasema 1 to Rovaniemi linja-autoasema via Oulu linja-autoasema in around 8h 5m.

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