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

The cheapest way to get from Ruka to Helsinki is to bus which costs €60 - €110 and takes 16h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruka to Helsinki is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs €100 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Ruka and Helsinki?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruka to Helsinki. However, there are services departing from Talvijärvi E and arriving at 30-35 via Kelantie and 12. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h 2m.

How far is it from Ruka to Helsinki?

The distance between Ruka and Helsinki is 717 km. The road distance is 818.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Ruka to Helsinki without a car is to bus and train via Oulu which takes 11h 49m and costs €100 - €200.

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

It takes approximately 3h 48m to get from Ruka to Helsinki, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruka to Helsinki bus from?

Ruka to Helsinki bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, depart from Kelantie station.

Bus or fly from Ruka to Helsinki?

The best way to get from Ruka to Helsinki is to fly which takes 3h 48m and costs €100 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus via Oulu, which costs €50 - €140 and takes 14h 2m.

Where does the Ruka to Helsinki bus arrive?

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

Can I drive from Ruka to Helsinki?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruka to Helsinki is 818 km. It takes approximately 9h 43m to drive from Ruka to Helsinki.

Where can I stay near Helsinki?

There are 1253+ hotels available in Helsinki.

Ruka to Helsinki - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 8 ways to get from Ruka to Helsinki by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly from Kuusamo
best
1. Fly from Kuusamo (KAO) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane KAO - HEL
3h 48m
€106–284
Bus via Oulu
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kelantie to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus 8
2. Take the bus from 12 to 30-35bus Ob4 / ...
14h 2m
€51–134
Bus, train via Oulu
1. Take the bus from Kelantie to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus 8
2. Take the train from Oulu to Helsinkitrain Ic 34 / ...
11h 49m
€106–194
Drive 818.1 km
1. Drive from Ruka to Helsinkicar 818.1 km
9h 43m
€155–224
Bus, bus to Rovaniemi, fly
1. Take the bus from Talvijärvi P to ABC pihabus
2. Take the bus from ABC piha to Lentoasemabus
3. Fly from Rovaniemi (RVN) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane RVN - HEL
6h 36m
€102–264
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Talvijärvi P to Kemijärvi rautatieasemabus 5
2. Take the train from Kemijärvi to Rovaniemitrain
3. Take the train from Rovaniemi to Helsinki Central Stationtrain
13h 18m
€137–230
Bus
1. Take the bus from Talvijärvi P to ABC pihabus 5
2. Take the bus from ABC piha to 1bus
3. Take the bus from 1 to 30-35bus Ob4
16h 41m
€65–107
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Talvijärvi P to Kemijärvi rautatieasemabus 5
2. Take the train from Kemijärvi to Helsinkitrain Pyo 274
17h 6m
€137–223

Ruka to Helsinki by bus and train

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11h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 717.1 km
Duration: 3h 48m

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

Finnair flies from Kuusamo (KAO) to Helsinki Airport (HEL) twice daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Talvijärvi E to 30-35 via Kelantie and 12 in around 14h 2m.

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