What is the cheapest way to get from Nurmes to Rovaniemi?

The cheapest way to get from Nurmes to Rovaniemi is to bus which costs €50 - €80 and takes 9h.

What is the fastest way to get from Nurmes to Rovaniemi?

The fastest way to get from Nurmes to Rovaniemi is to drive which takes 5h 13m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Nurmes and Rovaniemi?

No, there is no direct bus from Nurmes to Rovaniemi station. However, there are services departing from 2 and arriving at Rovaniemi, Bus Station via Oulu, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h.

How far is it from Nurmes to Rovaniemi?

The distance between Nurmes and Rovaniemi is 526 km. The road distance is 431 km.

How do I travel from Nurmes to Rovaniemi without a car?

The best way to get from Nurmes to Rovaniemi without a car is to bus and train via Kajaani which takes 8h 22m and costs €60 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Nurmes to Rovaniemi?

It takes approximately 8h 22m to get from Nurmes to Rovaniemi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nurmes to Rovaniemi bus from?

Nurmes to Rovaniemi bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, depart from 2 station.

Where does the Nurmes to Rovaniemi bus arrive?

Nurmes to Rovaniemi bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, arrive at Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituri station.

Can I drive from Nurmes to Rovaniemi?

Yes, the driving distance between Nurmes to Rovaniemi is 431 km. It takes approximately 5h 13m to drive from Nurmes to Rovaniemi.

Where can I stay near Rovaniemi?

There are 1966+ hotels available in Rovaniemi.

Nurmes to Rovaniemi - 8 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 8 ways to get from Nurmes to Rovaniemi by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train via Kajaani
best
1. Take the bus from 2 to Kajaani matkakeskus L3bus
2. Take the train from Kajaani to Oulutrain
3. Take the train from Oulu to Rovaniemitrain
8h 22m
€64–103
Bus #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 2 to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Joensuu - Kajaani - Oulu
2. Take the bus from 12 to 1bus Ob4
9h
€51–97
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 2 to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Joensuu - Kajaani - Oulu
2. Take the train from Oulu to Rovaniemitrain Ic 23 / ...
8h 31m
€60–87
Drive 431 km
1. Drive from Nurmes to Rovaniemicar 431 km
5h 13m
€81–116
Bus to Kajaani, fly
1. Take the bus from 2 to Kainuun Keskussairaala Pbus
2. Fly from Kajaani (KAJ) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane KAJ - RVN
8h 26m
€192–463
Bus
1. Take the bus from 2 to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Joensuu - Kajaani - Oulu
2. Take the bus from Oulu, Bus Station to Rovaniemi, Bus Stationbus N3007 / ...
9h
€53–76
Bus to Kuopio, fly
1. Take the bus from 2 to Tulobus
2. Fly from Kuopio (KUO) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane KUO - RVN
9h 32m
Train to Joensuu Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Nurmes to Joensuutrain
2. Fly from Joensuu Airport (JOE) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane JOE - RVN
9h 34m
€177–470

Nurmes to Rovaniemi by bus and train

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8h 22mAverage Duration

€64Cheapest Price

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Distance: 526 km
Duration: 8h 22m

What companies run services between Nurmes, Pohjois-Karjala, Finland and Rovaniemi, Finland?

You can take a bus from 2 to Rovaniemi, Bus Station via Oulu, Bus Station in around 9h.

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