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

The cheapest way to get from Vaasa to Ruka is to bus which costs €35 - €55 and takes 10h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Vaasa to Ruka is to fly which takes 6h 49m and costs €160 - €460.

Is there a direct bus between Vaasa and Ruka?

No, there is no direct bus from Vaasa to Ruka. However, there are services departing from Tulo and arriving at Ruka Kumpare via 12 and Kelantie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 10h 5m.

How far is it from Vaasa to Ruka?

The distance between Vaasa and Ruka is 655 km. The road distance is 557.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Vaasa to Ruka without a car is to train and bus which takes 10h 4m and costs €60 - €110.

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

It takes approximately 10h 4m to get from Vaasa to Ruka, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vaasa to Ruka bus from?

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

Bus or fly from Vaasa to Ruka?

The best way to get from Vaasa to Ruka is to fly which takes 6h 49m and costs €160 - €460. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €35 - €55 and takes 10h 5m.

Where does the Vaasa to Ruka bus arrive?

Vaasa to Ruka bus services, operated by Onni Bus, arrive at Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituri station.

Can I drive from Vaasa to Ruka?

Yes, the driving distance between Vaasa to Ruka is 557 km. It takes approximately 7h to drive from Vaasa to Ruka.

Where can I stay near Ruka?

There are 762+ hotels available in Ruka.

Vaasa to Ruka - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Vaasa to Ruka by train, bus, 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.

Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Vaasa to Seinäjokitrain
2. Take the train from Seinäjoki to Oulutrain
3. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8.
10h 4m
€62–110
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tulo to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Ob1
2. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8.
10h 5m
€37–52
Train, bus via Kemijärvi
1. Take the train from Vaasa to Seinäjokitrain
2. Take the train from Seinäjoki to Oulutrain
3. Take the train from Oulu to Kemijärvitrain
4. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5.
12h 4m
Drive 557.3 km
1. Drive from Vaasa to Rukacar 557.3 km
7h
€100–144
Fly Vaasa Airport to Kuusamo
1. Fly from Vaasa Airport (VAA) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane VAA - KAO
6h 49m
€160–460
Bus via Kokkola
1. Take the bus from Sepänkyläntie / Sairaskodinkatu to Kokkolan linja-autoasemabus 241 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rautatieasema I to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus
3. Take the bus from 12 to Torangin koulubus 8.
12h 2m
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Vaasa, Matkakeskus, Laituri 4 to Kokkolan linja-autoasemabus 241 / ...
2. Take the train from Kokkola to Kemijärvitrain
3. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5.
12h 25m
Bus to Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport, fly to Kuusamo
1. Take the bus from Vaasa, Matkakeskus, Laituri 4 to Söderpåraksentie Pbus
2. Fly from Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport (KOK) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane KOK - KAO
8h 37m
€220–599
Fly Vaasa Airport to Rovaniemi, bus
1. Fly from Vaasa Airport (VAA) to Rovaniemi (RVN)plane VAA - RVN
2. Take the bus from Lentoasema to ABC pihabus
3. Take the bus from ABC piha to Talvijärvi Ebus
9h 36m
Train to Helsinki Airport, fly to Kuusamo
1. Take the train from Vaasa to Tikkurilatrain
2. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane HEL - KAO
8h 7m
€116–366

Vaasa to Ruka by train and bus

56Weekly Services

10h 4mAverage Duration

€62Cheapest Price

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Distance: 654.7 km
Duration: 10h 4m

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

Finnair flies from Vaasa Airport (VAA) to Kuusamo (KAO) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Tulo to Ruka Kumpare via 12 and Kelantie in around 10h 5m.

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