What is the cheapest way to get from Lapland to Central Karelia?

The cheapest way to get from Lapland to Central Karelia is to bus which costs €95 - €140 and takes 13h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Lapland to Central Karelia?

The fastest way to get from Lapland to Central Karelia is to drive which takes 7h 25m and costs €110 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Lapland and Central Karelia?

No, there is no direct bus from Lapland to Central Karelia. However, there are services departing from Rovaniemi linja-autoasema and arriving at Kitee rautatieasema via 12 and Kauppatori L. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 13h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Lapland and Central Karelia?

No, there is no direct train from Lapland to Central Karelia. However, there are services departing from Rovaniemi and arriving at Kitee via Tikkurila. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 53m.

How far is it from Lapland to Central Karelia?

The distance between Lapland and Central Karelia is 554 km. The road distance is 610.6 km.

How do I travel from Lapland to Central Karelia without a car?

The best way to get from Lapland to Central Karelia without a car is to train and bus which takes 12h 24m and costs €95 - €180.

How long does it take to get from Lapland to Central Karelia?

It takes approximately 7h 26m to get from Lapland to Central Karelia, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Lapland to Central Karelia bus from?

Lapland to Central Karelia bus services, operated by Liikenne- ja viestintävirasto Traficom, depart from Rovaniemi linja-autoasema station.

Where do I catch the Lapland to Central Karelia train from?

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

Train or bus from Lapland to Central Karelia?

The best way to get from Lapland to Central Karelia is to bus which takes 13h 30m and costs €95 - €140. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €160 - €290 and takes 12h 53m.

Where does the Lapland to Central Karelia bus arrive?

Lapland to Central Karelia bus services, operated by Liikenne- ja viestintävirasto Traficom, arrive at Oulu linja-autoasema station.

Where does the Lapland to Central Karelia train arrive?

Lapland to Central Karelia train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Tikkurila station.

Can I drive from Lapland to Central Karelia?

Yes, the driving distance between Lapland to Central Karelia is 611 km. It takes approximately 7h 25m to drive from Lapland to Central Karelia.

Where can I stay near Central Karelia?

There are 16+ hotels available in Central Karelia.

Lapland to Central Karelia - 7 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Lapland to Central Karelia by plane, train, bus, or car

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

Fly to Joensuu Airport, train
best
1. Fly from Rovaniemi (RVN) to Joensuu Airport (JOE)plane RVN - JOE
2. Take the train from Joensuu to Kiteetrain
7h 26m
€204–536
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rovaniemi linja-autoasema to Oulu linja-autoasemabus
2. Take the bus from 12 to Kauppatori Ibus
3. Take the bus from Kauppatori L to Kitee rautatieasemabus 500
13h 30m
€96–135
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rovaniemi to Oulutrain
2. Take the train from Oulu to Kuopiotrain
3. Take the bus from Linja-autoasema 4 to 2bus
4. Take the train from Joensuu to Kiteetrain S 4 / ...
12h 24m
€99–177
Drive 610.6 km
1. Drive from Rovaniemi to Central Kareliacar 610.6 km
7h 25m
€111–160
Fly to Helsinki Airport, train
1. Fly from Rovaniemi (RVN) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane RVN - HEL
2. Take the train from Tikkurila to Kiteetrain
8h 20m
€141–292
Train
1. Take the train from Rovaniemi to Tikkurilatrain Ic 24 / ...
2. Take the train from Tikkurila to Kiteetrain Ic 5 / ...
12h 53m
€166–281
Bus via Iisalmi
1. Take the bus from 1 to 12bus Ob4
2. Take the bus from 12 to Tulobus Ob5
3. Take the bus from Tulo to Kauppatori Ibus
4. Take the bus from Kauppatori L to Kitee rautatieasemabus 500
13h 56m

Rovaniemi (RVN) to Joensuu Airport (JOE) flights

11Weekly Planes

4h 51mAverage Duration

€175Cheapest Price

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Map of how to get from Lapland to Central Karelia.

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Distance: 553.8 km
Duration: 7h 26m

What companies run services between Lapland, Finland and Central Karelia, Finland?

You can take a bus from Rovaniemi linja-autoasema to Central Karelia via 12, Kauppatori L, and Kitee rautatieasema in around 13h 30m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rovaniemi to Central Karelia via Tikkurila and Kitee in around 12h 53m.

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