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

The cheapest way to get from Ruka to Tampere is to bus which costs €50 - €95 and takes 12h 3m.

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

The fastest way to get from Ruka to Tampere is to fly and train which takes 5h 42m and costs €120 - €320.

Is there a direct bus between Ruka and Tampere?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruka to Tampere. However, there are services departing from Ruka Kumpare and arriving at 2 via Oulu, Bus Station and 5. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 3m.

How far is it from Ruka to Tampere?

The distance between Ruka and Tampere is 735 km. The road distance is 724.6 km.

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

The best way to get from Ruka to Tampere without a car is to bus and train via Oulu which takes 8h 38m and costs €85 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 8h 38m to get from Ruka to Tampere, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruka to Tampere bus from?

Ruka to Tampere bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Ruka Kumpare station.

Bus or fly from Ruka to Tampere?

The best way to get from Ruka to Tampere is to bus which takes 12h 3m and costs €50 - €95. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €220 - €700 and takes 9h 3m.

Where does the Ruka to Tampere bus arrive?

Ruka to Tampere bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Oulu, Bus Station.

Can I drive from Ruka to Tampere?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruka to Tampere is 725 km. It takes approximately 8h 56m to drive from Ruka to Tampere.

Where can I stay near Tampere?

There are 453+ hotels available in Tampere.

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Bus, train via Oulu
best
1. Take the bus from Ruka Kumpare to Oulu, Bus Stationbus 3012
2. Take the train from Oulu to Tamperetrain Ic 24 / ...
8h 38m
€87–142
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Ruka Kumpare to Oulu, Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Oulu, Bus Station to Jyvaskyla, Transport Centerbus
3. Take the bus from 5 to 2bus Ob9
12h 3m
€53–94
Drive 724.6 km
1. Drive from Ruka to Tamperecar 724.6 km
8h 56m
€153–220
Fly Kuusamo to Tampere–Pirkkala Airport
1. Fly from Kuusamo (KAO) to Tampere–Pirkkala Airport (TMP)plane KAO - TMP
9h 3m
€222–664
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Ruka Kumpare to Oulu, Bus Stationbus 3012
2. Take the train from Oulu to Tamperetrain Ic 24 / ...
8h 41m
€87–142
Bus, train via Prisma L
1. Take the bus from Prisma L to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus 8
2. Take the train from Oulu to Tamperetrain Ic 24 / ...
9h 47m
€101–160
Bus, train #2
1. Take the bus from Talvijärvi P to Kemijärvi rautatieasemabus 5
2. Take the train from Kemijärvi to Tamperetrain Pyo 274 / ...
13h 26m
€117–193
Fly Kuusamo to Helsinki Airport, train
1. Fly from Kuusamo (KAO) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane KAO - HEL
2. Take the train from Tikkurila to Tamperetrain
5h 42m
€127–312
Bus to Oulu Airport, fly to Tampere–Pirkkala Airport
1. Take the bus from Ruka Kumpare to Oulu, Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Oulu Airport (OUL) to Tampere–Pirkkala Airport (TMP)plane OUL - TMP
7h 56m
€160–463
Bus, bus to Rovaniemi, fly to Tampere–Pirkkala Airport
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 Tampere–Pirkkala Airport (TMP)plane RVN - TMP
12h 8m
€213–603

Ruka to Tampere by bus, foot, and train

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8h 38mAverage Duration

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Distance: 735.4 km
Duration: 8h 38m

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

You can take a bus from Ruka Kumpare to 2 via Oulu, Bus Station and 5 in around 12h 3m. Alternatively, Finnair and Air Baltic fly from Kuusamo (KAO) to Tampere–Pirkkala Airport (TMP) once daily.

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