Nearby destinations
Are you planning on continuing your trip from Rovaniemi to other Lapland destinations or to the neighbouring countries? Here you can find some tips and information about these. Transportation in Rovaniemi you can find from Getting around page.
Other Lapland destinations
Other Lapland destinations
Lapland is Finland’s northernmost province and makes up almost a third of Finland. Lapland is large and sparsely populated. In Lapland, there are several areas with their own local flavours and characteristics, but all share one common trait: stunning natural beauty all year round. Lovely destinations nearby are for example
- Ranua, Distance from Rovaniemi 1 hr
- Pyhä-Luosto, Distance from Rovaniemi: 1,5 hours
- Kemi, Distance from Rovaniemi: 1,5 hours
Traffic connections to neighbouring countries
Traffic connections to neighbouring countries
Norway: In the summer season, there is a daily bus connection from Rovaniemi to Tromsø (Norway) and from Rovaniemi to North Cape (Norway) as well as from Rovaniemi to Vadsø (Norway). In wintertime, buses from Rovaniemi run to Karasjok and Tana Bru (Norway), where domestic Norwegian bus lines operate to further destinations.
Sweden: Buses and trains operate all year from Rovaniemi via Kemi and Tornio to Haparanda (Sweden).
Arctic Route winter 2023-2024
Arctic Route winter 2023-2024
Bus and train routes to Northern Finland, Sweden and Norway.
Routes operate from 1.12.2023-31.3.2024 between Rovaniemi (Finland), Tromsø, Narvik, Lyngen, Storslett and Skjervøy (Norway).
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Getting here
Rovaniemi is situated in Finnish Lapland, right on the Arctic Circle. Despite the northern location, getting here is easy with great transport connections. See details here.
Getting around
Rovaniemi is a town with short distances. The centre is easily explored on foot, and many transport options are available for reaching the surroundings. Find out more here.
Tourist Information
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Rovaniemi Webcams
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