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

The cheapest way to get from Ruka to Kemi is to bus and train which costs €40 - €65 and takes 6h 18m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruka to Kemi is to drive which takes 3h 38m and costs €50 - €75.

Is there a direct bus between Ruka and Kemi?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruka to Kemi station. However, there are services departing from Talvijärvi P and arriving at Kemi, Bus Station via ABC piha and Rovaniemi, SantaClaus Village Napapiiri. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 26m.

How far is it from Ruka to Kemi?

The distance between Ruka and Kemi is 314 km. The road distance is 270.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Ruka to Kemi without a car is to bus and train which takes 6h 18m and costs €40 - €65.

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

It takes approximately 6h 18m to get from Ruka to Kemi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruka to Kemi bus from?

Ruka to Kemi bus services, operated by Rukahuolto Oy, depart from Talvijärvi P station.

Where does the Ruka to Kemi bus arrive?

Ruka to Kemi bus services, operated by Rukahuolto Oy, arrive at ABC piha station.

Can I drive from Ruka to Kemi?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruka to Kemi is 271 km. It takes approximately 3h 38m to drive from Ruka to Kemi.

Where can I stay near Kemi?

There are 140+ hotels available in Kemi.

Ruka to Kemi - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 4 ways to get from Ruka to Kemi by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Talvijärvi P to Kemijärvi rautatieasemabus 5
2. Take the train from Kemijärvi to Kemitrain Pyo 274 / ...
6h 18m
€40–63
Bus via Kemijärvi
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Talvijärvi P to ABC pihabus 5
2. Take the bus from ABC piha to Napapiiri Sodankyläntie Lbus
3. Take the bus from Rovaniemi, SantaClaus Village Napapiiri to Kemi, Bus Stationbus
6h 26m
€38–64
Drive 270.5 km
1. Drive from Ruka to Kemicar 270.5 km
3h 38m
€52–74
Bus
1. Take the bus from Lentoasema to 1bus Kuusamo - Posio - Vanttaus - Rovaniemi
2. Take the bus from 1 to 1bus Ob4
7h 25m
€54–76

Ruka to Kemi by bus and train

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6h 18mAverage Duration

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Distance: 313.6 km
Duration: 6h 18m

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

You can take a bus from Talvijärvi P to Kemi, Bus Station via ABC piha and Rovaniemi, SantaClaus Village Napapiiri in around 6h 26m.

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