What is the cheapest way to get from Vilnius to Kirkenes?

The cheapest way to get from Vilnius to Kirkenes is to bus and train which costs kr 1700 - kr 3500 and takes 2 days 4h.

What is the fastest way to get from Vilnius to Kirkenes?

The fastest way to get from Vilnius to Kirkenes is to fly which takes 9h 22m and costs kr 1200 - kr 5000.

Is there a direct bus between Vilnius and Kirkenes?

No, there is no direct bus from Vilnius to Kirkenes. However, there are services departing from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) and arriving at Kirkenes via Napapiiri Sodankyläntie I and Ivalo. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 35h 20m.

How far is it from Vilnius to Kirkenes?

The distance between Vilnius and Kirkenes is 1715 km. The road distance is 2234.3 km.

How do I travel from Vilnius to Kirkenes without a car?

The best way to get from Vilnius to Kirkenes without a car is to bus which takes 35h 20m and costs kr 6000 - kr 8500.

How long does it take to get from Vilnius to Kirkenes?

It takes approximately 9h 22m to get from Vilnius to Kirkenes, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vilnius to Kirkenes bus from?

Vilnius to Kirkenes bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) station.

Bus or fly from Vilnius to Kirkenes?

The best way to get from Vilnius to Kirkenes is to fly which takes 9h 22m and costs kr 1200 - kr 5000. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs kr 6000 - kr 8500 and takes 35h 20m.

Where does the Vilnius to Kirkenes bus arrive?

Vilnius to Kirkenes bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Rovaniemi, SantaClaus Village Napapiiri station.

What is the time difference between Vilnius and Kirkenes?

Kirkenes is 1h behind Vilnius. It is currently 9:44 AM in Vilnius and 8:44 AM in Kirkenes.

Can I drive from Vilnius to Kirkenes?

Yes, the driving distance between Vilnius to Kirkenes is 2234 km. It takes approximately 31h 57m to drive from Vilnius to Kirkenes.

Where can I stay near Kirkenes?

There are 40+ hotels available in Kirkenes.

Vilnius to Kirkenes - 6 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

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There are 6 ways to get from Vilnius to Kirkenes by plane, bus, train, or car

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Fly Vilnius Airport to Kirkenes Airport
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1. Fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Kirkenes Airport (KKN)plane VNO - KKN
9h 22m
kr 1,262–4,980
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) to Rovaniemi, SantaClaus Village Napapiiribus
2. Take the bus from Napapiiri Sodankyläntie I to Petsamontie 7bus
3. Take the bus from Ivalo to Kirkenesbus
35h 20m
kr 6,042–8,087
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis to Minsk Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the train from Minsk Pas to Kolatrain
3. Take the bus from Murmansk Polyarnie Zori Hotel to Kirkenes Airportbus
2d 4h
kr 1,764–3,450
Drive 2,234.3 km
1. Drive from Vilnius to Kirkenescar 2,234.3 km
31h 57m
kr 4,562–6,590
Fly Vilnius Airport to Ivalo, bus
1. Fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Ivalo (IVL)plane VNO - IVL
2. Take the bus from Ivalo Airport to Kirkenesbus
12h 54m
kr 6,807–11,010
Train to Riga International Airport, fly to Kirkenes Airport
1. Take the train from Vilnius to Riga-Pasazierutrain
2. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Kirkenes Airport (KKN)plane RIX - KKN
12h 54m
kr 1,450–5,518

Vilnius to Kirkenes by bus

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35h 20mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,714.8 km
Duration: 9h 22m

What companies run services between Vilnius, Lithuania and Kirkenes, Norway?

Ryanair, Norwegian Air Shuttle, and two other airlines fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Kirkenes Airport (KKN) 4 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) to Kirkenes via Rovaniemi, SantaClaus Village Napapiiri, Napapiiri Sodankyläntie I, and Ivalo in around 35h 20m.

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