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TROMSØ – ROVANIEMI ROVANIEMI – TROMSØ

Visit the Santa Claus village in Rovaniemi!

TROMSØ – ROVANIEMI
ROVANIEMI – TROMSØ

Both Tromsø and Rovaniemi have a great number of exciting things to offer their guests. Both cities have a vibrant city life where something happens all the time. Along the way, there are a number of exciting activity providers and spectacular accommodations that certainly are worth visiting.

On this route you will experience the beauty of Finnish Lapland, both the tundra and the small municipalities along the way. 

This route will connect you to Kittilä Airport, Levi Skiing resort and Rovaniemis famous Santa Claus Village. 

In addition to the beauty of the landscape there are many activity providers offering experiences such as, snowmobile safari, skiing, Sami culture, husky safari, ice fishing, local food and culture, accommodation and much more. 

It is also possible to continue your journey in Finland down to Oulu on the same day. 

This journey is taken on new and comfortable coaches with free Wi-Fi (only between Tromsø and Kilpisjärvi), USB /electronic charging points (only between Tromsø and Kilpisjärvi), toilet, with experienced and service-oriented drivers fluent in English.

Travel to Santa Claus Village with the Arctic Route

Meet Santa Claus in Rovaniemi and indulge yourself in a pure magical Christmas atmosphere.

Santa Claus and a reindeer pointing towards a out of frame point with snow covered trees in the background

Travel to Santa Claus Village with the Arctic Route

Meet Santa Claus in Rovaniemi and indulge yourself in a pure magical Christmas atmosphere.

PRICE

NOK 375-2100
  • LONGEST DISTANCE: 10,5 HOURS
  • STOPS: 13
  • AVAILABLE: EVERY DAY 1.DECEMBER-31.MARCH
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TIMETABLE AND PRICE LIST

TROMSØ – ROVANIEMI

TROMSØ07:00
NORDKJOSBOTN08:00NOK 375
HATTENG
North Experience
08:20NOK 410
SKIBOTN
08:50NOK 440
HELLISKOGEN (on demand)
09:10NOK 550
KILPISJÄRVI
YOU WILL CHANGE BUS HERE
TIMEZONE CHANGE
10:50 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS)
(09:50 NORWEGIAN TIME)
NOK 600
KARESUANDO12:30 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS)
(11:30 NORWEGIAN TIME)
NOK 900
PALOJOENSUU13:10 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS)
(12:10 NORWEGIAN TIME)
NOK 980
MUONIO14:05 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS)
(13.05 NORWEGIAN TIME)
NOK 1.100
LEVI
15:05 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS)
(14.05 NORWEGIAN TIME)
NOK 1.240
KITTILÄ AIRPORT15:30 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS)
(14.30 NORWEGIAN TIME)
NOK 1.280
ROVANIEMI
17:25 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS)
(16.25 NORWEGIAN TIME)
NOK 1.730
SANTA CLAUS VILLAGE
17:35 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS)
(16.35 NORWEGIAN TIME)
NOK 1.830

ROVANIEMI – TROMSØ

SANTA CLAUS VILLAGE
11:00
ROVANIEMI
11:25NOK 100
KITTILÄ AIRPORT
13:40NOK 550
LEVI14:00NOK 590
MUONIO15:05NOK 730
PALOJOENSUU15:50NOK 850
KARESUANDO16:30NOK 930
KILPISJÄRVI
YOU WILL CHANGE BUS HERE
18:10NOK 1.230
HELLISKOGEN (on demand)
TIMEZONE CHANGE
17:30 (NORWEGIAN TIME)
(UTC/GMT +1 HOUR)
NOK 1.280
SKIBOTN
17:50 (NORWEGIAN TIME)
(UTC/GMT +1 HOUR)
NOK 1.390
HATTENG
North Experience
18:15 (NORWEGIAN TIME)
(UTC/GMT +1 HOUR)
NOK 1.420
NORDKJOSBOTN
18:25 (NORWEGIAN TIME)
(UTC/GMT +1 HOUR)
NOK 1.455
TROMSØ19:30 (NORWEGIAN TIME)
(UTC/GMT +1 HOUR)
NOK 1.830

*Be aware of the time difference of 1 hour between Norway (UTC/GMT+1) and Finland (UTC/GMT+2)

BUS INFORMATION FOR THE ROUTE

On this route, our partner Eskelisen Lapin Linjat operates the route between Kilpisjärvi and Rovaniemi/Santa Claus Village. For the stops from Rovaniemi to Kilpisjärvi, please look out for this type of bus:

The Finnish bus company Eskelisen on the road surrounded by snow

For the stops from Tromsø to Kilpisjärvi, please look out for this type of bus:

The Arctic Route bus surrounded by snow. On the left of the image, there are reindeers.

The bus switch is done in Kilpisjärvi, on the stop ‘K-Market’ at the gas station:

The Arctic Route bus and the Eskelisen bus on the route between Tromsø and Rovaniemi.

Recommended activities during this route

EXPLORE ROVANIEMI

From NOK 1490 / pp

Snowmobile Safari in Finnish Lapland

Drive to the magical point by snowmobile, where Sweden, Finland, and Norway meet! Join this experience, starting from the lovely and authentic village of Kilpisjärvi in Finnish Lapland, located just after the border with Norway. Easy access from Tromsø or Rovaniemi via the Arctic Route bus.

 

From NOK 5500 / pp

At the Gateway of Finnish Lapland

Finnish Lapland is just 2,5 hours away from Tromsø. Hop on the Arctic Route bus from Tromsø, and join a Snowmobile Safari and a relaxing overnight, including a Dinner Experience at Cahkal Hotel, in the town of Kilpisjärvi. A truly unique combination.

From NOK 1290 / pp

Howling with Wolfs

Meet us in Sommarøy, the island where time does not exist, and join us on an adventure to Håja. Hike to the top and breathe in the stunning views.

 

From NOK 1350 / pp

Snowmobile Safari in Finnish Lapland

Drive to the magical point by snowmobile, where Sweden, Finland, and Norway meet! Join this experience, starting from the lovely and authentic village of Kilpisjärvi in Finnish Lapland, located just after the border with Norway. Easy access from Tromsø or Rovaniemi via the Arctic Route bus.

 

From NOK 1390 / pp

Norways Best

Small relaxing group sailing to stunning locations, with unique views. See the famous Trollfjord and the local fauna and flora, on a comfortable
Catamaran.