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

The cheapest way to get from Tampere to Ruka is to bus which costs €50 - €120 and takes 12h 54m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tampere to Ruka is to train and fly which takes 6h 22m and costs €120 - €350.

Is there a direct bus between Tampere and Ruka?

No, there is no direct bus from Tampere to Ruka. However, there are services departing from 2 and arriving at Talvijärvi P via Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 2, 12 and Kelantie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 54m.

How far is it from Tampere to Ruka?

The distance between Tampere and Ruka is 737 km. The road distance is 724.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Tampere to Ruka without a car is to train and bus via Oulu which takes 9h 26m and costs €90 - €150.

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

It takes approximately 9h 26m to get from Tampere to Ruka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tampere to Ruka bus from?

Tampere to Ruka bus services, operated by OnniBus, depart from 2 station.

Bus or fly from Tampere to Ruka?

The best way to get from Tampere to Ruka is to bus which takes 12h 54m and costs €50 - €120. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €120 - €340 and takes 13h 57m.

Where does the Tampere to Ruka bus arrive?

Tampere to Ruka bus services, operated by OnniBus, arrive at Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 4 station.

Can I drive from Tampere to Ruka?

Yes, the driving distance between Tampere to Ruka is 725 km. It takes approximately 8h 55m to drive from Tampere to Ruka.

Where can I stay near Ruka?

There are 836+ hotels available in Ruka.

Tampere to Ruka - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 7 ways to get from Tampere to Ruka by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train, bus via Oulu
best
1. Take the train from Tampere to Oulutrain Ic 25 / ...
2. Take the bus from Linnankatu 9 to Kelantiebus 8
9h 26m
€94–146
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from 2 to Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 4bus Ob9
2. Take the bus from Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 2 to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Ob4 / ...
3. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8
12h 54m
€52–111
Drive 724.5 km
1. Drive from Tampere to Rukacar 724.5 km
8h 55m
€138–199
Train to Helsinki Airport, fly to Kuusamo
1. Take the train from Tampere to Tikkurilatrain
2. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane HEL - KAO
6h 22m
€129–345
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Tampere to Kemijärvitrain Pyo 265 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5
12h 29m
€114–177
Fly Tampere–Pirkkala Airport to Kuusamo
1. Fly from Tampere–Pirkkala Airport (TMP) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane TMP - KAO
13h 57m
€120–334
Train to Helsinki Airport, fly to Rovaniemi, bus
1. Take the train from Tampere to Tikkurilatrain
2. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane HEL - RVN
3. Take the bus from Lentoasema to ABC pihabus
4. Take the bus from ABC piha to Talvijärvi Ebus
9h 7m
€125–275

Tampere to Ruka by train, foot, and bus

7Weekly Services

9h 26mAverage Duration

€94Cheapest Price

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Distance: 737 km
Duration: 9h 26m

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

You can take a bus from 2 to Talvijärvi P via Jyväskylä Matkakeskus 2, 12, and Kelantie in around 12h 54m. Alternatively, Air Baltic and Finnair fly from Tampere–Pirkkala Airport (TMP) to Kuusamo (KAO) 4 times a week.

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