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

The cheapest way to get from Narvik to Ruka is to night train and train and bus which costs €110 - €180 and takes 17h 26m.

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

The fastest way to get from Narvik to Ruka is to drive which takes 8h 55m and costs €130 - €190.

Is there a direct bus between Narvik and Ruka?

No, there is no direct bus from Narvik to Ruka. However, there are services departing from Scandic Narvik and arriving at Talvijärvi E via Nordkjosbotn, Napapiiri Sodankyläntie I and ABC piha. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 17h 4m.

How far is it from Narvik to Ruka?

The distance between Narvik and Ruka is 894 km. The road distance is 706.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Narvik to Ruka without a car is to bus which takes 17h 4m and costs €230 - €360.

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

It takes approximately 17h 4m to get from Narvik to Ruka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Narvik to Ruka bus from?

Narvik to Ruka bus services, operated by Best Arctic, depart from Scandic Narvik station.

Where does the Narvik to Ruka bus arrive?

Narvik to Ruka bus services, operated by Best Arctic, arrive at Nordkjosbotn station.

What is the time difference between Narvik and Ruka?

Ruka is 1h ahead of Narvik. It is currently 9:31 PM in Narvik and 10:31 PM in Ruka.

Can I drive from Narvik to Ruka?

Yes, the driving distance between Narvik to Ruka is 707 km. It takes approximately 8h 55m to drive from Narvik to Ruka.

Where can I stay near Ruka?

There are 766+ hotels available in Ruka.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Narvik to Ruka by bus, train, night train, 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.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Scandic Narvik to Nordkjosbotnbus 915
2. Take the bus from Nordkjosbotn to Santa Claus Villagebus 106
3. Take the bus from Napapiiri Sodankyläntie I to ABC pihabus
4. Take the bus from ABC piha to Talvijärvi Ebus 5
17h 4m
€234–352
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Narvik station to Boden C/Resecentrumtrain
2. Take the train from Boden C/Resecentrum to Haparanda stationtrain
3. Take the train from Kemi to Kemijärvitrain
4. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5
17h 26m
€110–173
Night train, train, bus
1. Take the night train from Narvik stasjon to Boden Centralstationnighttrain
2. Take the train from Boden C/Resecentrum to Haparanda stationtrain
3. Take the train from Kemi to Kemijärvitrain
4. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5
17h 26m
€110–171
Drive 706.7 km
1. Drive from Narvik to Rukacar 706.7 km
8h 55m
€132–190
Bus via Retkeilykeskus piha
1. Take the bus from Narvik bussterminal to Nordkjosbotnbus 100
2. Take the bus from Nordkjosbotn to Kilpisjärvi camping centerbus 106
3. Take the bus from Retkeilykeskus piha to 1bus
4. Take the bus from Rovaniemi linja-autoasema to Kemijärven linja-autoasemabus
5. Take the bus from ABC piha to Talvijärvi Ebus 5
17h 55m
€194–279
Bus, fly to Kuusamo
1. Take the bus from Bromsgård to Tromsø lufthavnbus
2. Fly from Tromsø Airport, Langnes (TOS) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane TOS - KAO
16h 2m
€338–458
Bus, fly to Rovaniemi
1. Take the bus from Bromsgård to Tromsø lufthavnbus
2. Fly from Tromsø Airport, Langnes (TOS) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane TOS - RVN
3. Take the bus from Lentoasema to ABC pihabus
4. Take the bus from ABC piha to Talvijärvi Ebus
12h 30m
€221–422

Narvik to Ruka by bus

7Weekly Buses

17h 4mAverage Duration

€234Cheapest Price

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Distance: 893.8 km
Duration: 17h 4m

What companies run services between Narvik, Norway and Ruka, Finland?

You can take a bus from Scandic Narvik to Talvijärvi E via Nordkjosbotn, Napapiiri Sodankyläntie I, and ABC piha in around 17h 4m.

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