What is the cheapest way to get from Nurmes to Kotka?

The cheapest way to get from Nurmes to Kotka is to bus which costs €45 - €60 and takes 9h 46m.

What is the fastest way to get from Nurmes to Kotka?

The fastest way to get from Nurmes to Kotka is to drive which takes 5h 25m and costs €80 - €120.

Is there a direct bus between Nurmes and Kotka?

No, there is no direct bus from Nurmes to Kotka. However, there are services departing from linja-autoasema and arriving at Kotka via Kuopio, Bus Station, Heinola Kaivokatu and Lahti. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 46m.

Is there a direct train between Nurmes and Kotka?

No, there is no direct train from Nurmes to Kotka. However, there are services departing from Nurmes and arriving at Kotka via Joensuu and Kouvola. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 54m.

How far is it from Nurmes to Kotka?

The distance between Nurmes and Kotka is 449 km. The road distance is 445.5 km.

How do I travel from Nurmes to Kotka without a car?

The best way to get from Nurmes to Kotka without a car is to bus and train which takes 7h 44m and costs €50 - €85.

How long does it take to get from Nurmes to Kotka?

It takes approximately 7h 44m to get from Nurmes to Kotka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nurmes to Kotka bus from?

Nurmes to Kotka bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, depart from linja-autoasema station.

Where do I catch the Nurmes to Kotka train from?

Nurmes to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), depart from Nurmes station.

Train or bus from Nurmes to Kotka?

The best way to get from Nurmes to Kotka is to bus which takes 9h 46m and costs €45 - €60. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €40 - €100 and takes 7h 54m.

Where does the Nurmes to Kotka bus arrive?

Nurmes to Kotka bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, arrive at T station.

Where does the Nurmes to Kotka train arrive?

Nurmes to Kotka train services, operated by Finnish Railways (VR), arrive at Joensuu station.

Can I drive from Nurmes to Kotka?

Yes, the driving distance between Nurmes to Kotka is 445 km. It takes approximately 5h 25m to drive from Nurmes to Kotka.

How do I get a train ticket from Nurmes to Kotka?

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Where can I stay near Kotka?

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Nurmes to Kotka - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Nurmes to Kotka by bus, train, or car

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Pappilansuora, L to Linja-autoasema saapuvat
2. Take the train from Kuopio to Kouvola
3. Take the train from Kouvola to KotkaO
7h 44m
€54–85
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Nurmes to Joensuu
2. Take the train from Joensuu to KouvolaS 4 / ...
3. Take the train from Kouvola to KotkaO
7h 54m
€41–96
Bus
1. Take the bus from linja-autoasema to T
2. Take the bus from Kuopio, Bus Station to Heinola, Kaivokatu Station
3. Take the bus from Lahti to Kotka
9h 46m
€46–59
Drive 445.5 km
1. Drive from Nurmes to Kotka445.5 km
5h 25m
€80–116

Nurmes to Kotka by bus and train

6Weekly Services

7h 44mAverage Duration

€54Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 448.5 km
Duration: 7h 44m

What companies run services between Nurmes, Pohjois-Karjala, Finland and Kotka, Finland?

You can take a bus from linja-autoasema to Kotka via Kuopio, Bus Station, Heinola Kaivokatu, and Lahti in around 9h 46m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Nurmes to Kotka via Joensuu and Kouvola in around 7h 54m.

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