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 €30 - €45 and takes 9h 59m.

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 Talvijärvi P via 4 and Kelantie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 9h 59m.

How far is it from Vaasa to Ruka?

The distance between Vaasa and Ruka is 657 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 9h 58m and costs €60 - €100.

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

It takes approximately 9h 58m 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 47m and costs €160 - €470. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €30 - €45 and takes 9h 59m.

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 764+ 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 4 to Kelantiebus 8.
9h 58m
€61–100
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tulo to Oulu Linja-autoasema, tulolaituribus Ob1
2. Take the bus from 4 to Kelantiebus 8.
9h 59m
€31–43
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 47m
€160–470
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
Train, bus #2
1. Take the train from Vaasa to Seinäjokitrain
2. Take the train from Seinäjoki to Kemijärvitrain
3. Take the bus from Kemijärvi rautatieasema to Talvijärvi Ebus 5.
12h 20m
Bus to Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport, fly to Kuusamo
1. Take the bus from Sepänkyläntie/Maasilta P to Söderpåras th Ibus
2. Fly from Kokkola-Pietarsaari Airport (KOK) to Kuusamo (KAO)plane KOK - KAO
8h 33m
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 51m
€133–349

Vaasa to Ruka by train and bus

21Weekly Services

9h 58mAverage Duration

€61Cheapest Price

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Distance: 657.1 km
Duration: 9h 58m

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 Talvijärvi P via 4 and Kelantie in around 9h 59m.

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