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

The cheapest way to get from Inari to Ruka is to bus which costs €70 - €95 and takes 8h 27m.

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

The fastest way to get from Inari to Ruka is to drive which takes 5h 14m and costs €70 - €110.

Is there a direct bus between Inari and Ruka?

No, there is no direct bus from Inari to Ruka. However, there are services departing from K-market Inari and arriving at Talvijärvi E via Sodankylä linja-autoasema and Kemijärvi rautatieasema. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 27m.

How far is it from Inari to Ruka?

The distance between Inari and Ruka is 455 km. The road distance is 410.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Inari to Ruka without a car is to bus which takes 8h 27m and costs €70 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 8h 27m to get from Inari to Ruka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Inari to Ruka bus from?

Inari to Ruka bus services, operated by J.M Eskelisen Lapin Linjat, depart from K-market Inari station.

Where does the Inari to Ruka bus arrive?

Inari to Ruka bus services, operated by J.M Eskelisen Lapin Linjat, arrive at Sodankylä linja-autoasema, 2 station.

Can I drive from Inari to Ruka?

Yes, the driving distance between Inari to Ruka is 410 km. It takes approximately 5h 14m to drive from Inari to Ruka.

Where can I stay near Ruka?

There are 750+ hotels available in Ruka.

Inari to Ruka - 3 ways to travel via bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Inari to Ruka by 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from K-market Inari to Sodankylä linja-autoasema, 2bus
2. Take the bus from Sodankylä linja-autoasema to Kemijärvi rasbus
3. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5.
8h 27m
€70–91
Drive 410.4 km
1. Drive from Inari to Rukacar 410.4 km
5h 14m
€75–108
Bus via Royalin pysäkki I
1. Take the bus from K-market Inari to Sodankylä linja-autoasema, 2bus
2. Take the bus from Sodankylä linja-autoasema to Kemijärvi rasbus
3. Take the bus from Kemijärvi ras to Royalin pysäkki Ibus
8h 36m
€71–92

Inari to Ruka by bus

9Weekly Buses

8h 27mAverage Duration

€70Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 454.5 km
Duration: 8h 27m

What companies run services between Inari, Lapland, Finland and Ruka, Finland?

You can take a bus from K-market Inari to Talvijärvi E via Sodankylä linja-autoasema and Kemijärvi rautatieasema in around 8h 27m.

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