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

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Ruka is to bus which costs €50 - €75 and takes 14h.

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

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Ruka is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs €95 - €290.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Ruka?

No, there is no direct bus from Helsinki to Ruka. However, there are services departing from Helsinki and arriving at Ruka Kumpare via 12 and Kelantie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 14h.

How far is it from Helsinki to Ruka?

The distance between Helsinki and Ruka is 723 km. The road distance is 818.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Helsinki to Ruka without a car is to train and bus via Oulu which takes 11h 8m and costs €50 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Helsinki to Ruka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Ruka bus from?

Helsinki to Ruka bus services, operated by Onni Bus, depart from Helsinki station.

Bus or fly from Helsinki to Ruka?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Ruka is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs €95 - €290. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €50 - €75 and takes 14h.

Where does the Helsinki to Ruka bus arrive?

Helsinki to Ruka bus services, operated by Onni Bus, arrive at Oulu Bus Station.

Can I drive from Helsinki to Ruka?

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

Where can I stay near Ruka?

There are 761+ hotels available in Ruka.

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

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

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

Fly to Kuusamo
best
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane HEL - KAO
4h 53m
€98–283
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Helsinki to Oulu Bus Stationbus Ob1 / ...
2. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8.
14h
€50–70
Train, bus via Oulu
1. Take the train from Helsinki to Oulutrain Ic 25
2. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8.
11h 8m
€51–108
Drive 818.3 km
1. Drive from Helsinki to Rukacar 818.3 km
9h 43m
€147–213
Fly to Rovaniemi, bus
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane HEL - RVN
2. Take the bus from Lentoasema to ABC pihabus
3. Take the bus from ABC piha to Talvijärvi Ebus
7h 36m
Bus via Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2
1. Take the bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Oulu, Bus Stationbus 1207 / ...
2. Take the bus from 12 to Torangin koulubus 8.
14h 24m
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Helsinki to Kemijärvitrain Pyo 265 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5.
16h 9m
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Helsinki Central Station to Kemijärvitrain Pyo 265
2. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5.
16h 14m

Helsinki to Ruka by train and bus

7Weekly Services

11h 8mAverage Duration

€51Cheapest Price

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Distance: 722.7 km
Duration: 4h 53m

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

Finnair flies from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kuusamo (KAO) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Helsinki to Ruka Kumpare via Oulu Bus Station, 12, and Kelantie in around 14h.

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