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

The cheapest way to get from Oulu to Ruka is to bus which costs €30 - €45 and takes 4h 33m.

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

The fastest way to get from Oulu to Ruka is to drive which takes 3h 10m and costs €40 - €65.

Is there a direct bus between Oulu and Ruka?

No, there is no direct bus from Oulu to Ruka. However, there are services departing from Linnankatu 9 and arriving at Ruka Kumpare via Kelantie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 33m.

How far is it from Oulu to Ruka?

The distance between Oulu and Ruka is 249 km. The road distance is 241.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Oulu to Ruka without a car is to bus which takes 4h 33m and costs €30 - €45.

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

It takes approximately 4h 33m to get from Oulu to Ruka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Oulu to Ruka bus from?

Oulu to Ruka bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, depart from Linnankatu 9 station.

Where does the Oulu to Ruka bus arrive?

Oulu to Ruka bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, arrive at Kelantie station.

Can I drive from Oulu to Ruka?

Yes, the driving distance between Oulu to Ruka is 242 km. It takes approximately 3h 10m to drive from Oulu to Ruka.

Where can I stay near Ruka?

There are 820+ hotels available in Ruka.

Oulu to Ruka - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Oulu to Ruka by bus, train, or car

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Linnankatu 9 to Kelantiebus 8
4h 33m
€33–44
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Oulu to Kemijärvitrain Ic 25
2. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5
6h 40m
€50–80
Drive 241.8 km
1. Drive from Oulu to Rukacar 241.8 km
3h 10m
€45–64

Oulu to Ruka by bus

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4h 33mAverage Duration

€33Cheapest Price

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Distance: 249 km
Duration: 4h 33m

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

Pohjolan Matka operates a bus from Linnankatu 9 to Kelantie every 4 hours. Tickets cost €27–40 and the journey takes 3h 3m. Ruka Charter Oy also services this route once daily.

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