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 47m and costs €160 - €470.

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 572 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 bus which takes 10h 5m and costs €35 - €55.

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

It takes approximately 10h 5m 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 bus which takes 10h 5m and costs €35 - €55. Alternatively, you can fly, which costs €160 - €470 and takes 6h 47m.

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 766+ hotels available in Ruka.

Vaasa to Ruka - 9 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 9 ways to get from Vaasa to Ruka by bus, 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 Tulo to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Ob1
2. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8.
10h 5m
€37–52
Train, bus
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 47m
€160–470
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from 2 to linja-autoasemabus 240 / ...
2. Take the train from Kokkola to Oulutrain
3. Take the bus from 12 to Kelantiebus 8.
10h 29m
€52–81
Bus via Kokkola
1. Take the bus from Sepänkyläntie/Maasilta P to linja-autoasemabus 240 / ...
2. Take the bus from Rautatieasema I to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus
3. Take the bus from 12 to Torangin koulubus 8.
11h 58m
Bus to Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport, fly to Kuusamo
1. Take the bus from 2 to Söderpåras th Ibus
2. Fly from Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport (KOK) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane KOK - KAO
8h 34m
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 35m
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
7h 46m
€127–348

Vaasa to Ruka by bus

7Weekly Buses

10h 5mAverage Duration

€37Cheapest Price

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Distance: 571.7 km
Duration: 10h 5m

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

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

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