What is the cheapest way to get from Ruka to Val Thorens?

The cheapest way to get from Ruka to Val Thorens is to bus which costs €170 - €330 and takes 2 days 20h.

What is the fastest way to get from Ruka to Val Thorens?

The fastest way to get from Ruka to Val Thorens is to fly and shuttle which takes 11h 57m and costs €250 - €550.

Is there a direct bus between Ruka and Val Thorens?

No, there is no direct bus from Ruka to Val Thorens. However, there are services departing from Ruka Kumpare and arriving at Val Thorens via Kelantie, Oulu, Bus Station, Warsaw, Bus Station West and Lyon. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 20h.

How far is it from Ruka to Val Thorens?

The distance between Ruka and Val Thorens is 2770 km. The road distance is 3547.9 km.

How do I travel from Ruka to Val Thorens without a car?

The best way to get from Ruka to Val Thorens without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 19h and costs €290 - €460.

How long does it take to get from Ruka to Val Thorens?

It takes approximately 11h 57m to get from Ruka to Val Thorens, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Ruka to Val Thorens bus from?

Ruka to Val Thorens bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, depart from Kelantie station.

Where does the Ruka to Val Thorens bus arrive?

Ruka to Val Thorens bus services, operated by Pohjolan Matka, arrive at Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituri station.

What is the time difference between Ruka and Val Thorens?

Val Thorens is 1h behind Ruka. It is currently 3:56 AM in Ruka and 2:56 AM in Val Thorens.

Can I drive from Ruka to Val Thorens?

Yes, the driving distance between Ruka to Val Thorens is 3548 km. It takes approximately 37h 32m to drive from Ruka to Val Thorens.

Where can I stay near Val Thorens?

There are 9009+ hotels available in Val Thorens.

Ruka to Val Thorens - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, shuttle, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Ruka to Val Thorens by plane, shuttle, bus, train, car, or car train

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

Fly Kuusamo to Geneva International Airport, shuttle
best
1. Fly from Kuusamo (KAO) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)KAO - GVA
2. Take a shuttle bus from Genève Airport to Val Thorens Arolles
11h 57m
€257–552
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Kelantie to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituri
2. Take the bus from Oulu, Bus Station to Warsaw, Bus Station West
3. Take the bus from Warsaw, Bus Station West to Lyon
4. Take the bus from Lyon to Val Thorens
2d 20h
€179–327
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Moisasensuon th P to Kemijärvi ras
2. Take the train from Kemijärvi to Helsinki Central Station
3. Take the bus from Helsinki, Bus Station to Warsaw, Bus Station West
4. Take the bus from Warsaw, Bus Station West to Como
5. Take the train from Como S. Giovanni to Milano Centrale
6. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Modane
2d 19h
€296–452
Drive 3,547.9 km
1. Drive from Ruka to Val Thorens3,547.9 km
37h 32m
€645–931
Bus, bus to Rovaniemi, fly to Geneva International Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Moisasensuon th P to Kemijärven linja-autoasema
2. Take the bus from ABC piha to Lentoasema
3. Fly from Rovaniemi (RVN) to Geneva International Airport (GVA)RVN - GVA
4. Take a shuttle bus from Genève Airport to Val Thorens Arolles
16h 30m
€187–437
Bus, bus to Rovaniemi, fly to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport, shuttle
1. Take the bus from Moisasensuon th P to Kemijärven linja-autoasema
2. Take the bus from ABC piha to Lentoasema
3. Fly from Rovaniemi (RVN) to Lyon–Saint Exupéry Airport (LYS)RVN - LYS
4. Take a shuttle bus from Lyon Airport to Val Thorens Arolles
14h 5m
€182–492
Fly Kuusamo to Milano Malpensa Airport, train
1. Fly from Kuusamo (KAO) to Milano Malpensa Airport (MXP)KAO - MXP
2. Take the train from Malpensa Aeroporto T1 to Milano Centrale
3. Take the train from Milano Centrale to Modane
13h 38m
€240–1,113
Drive, car train
1. Drive from Ruka to Hamburg Hbf
2. Take the car train from Hamburg Hbf to München Ost
3. Drive from München Ost to Val Thorens
39h 8m
€639–1,579

Ruka to Val Thorens by bus

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2d 20hAverage Duration

€179Cheapest Price

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Distance: 2,770.1 km
Duration: 11h 57m

What companies run services between Ruka, Finland and Val Thorens, France?

You can take a bus from Ruka Kumpare to Val Thorens via Kelantie, Oulu, Bus Station, Warsaw, Bus Station West, and Lyon in around 2d 20h.

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