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.

Travel to Santa Claus Village with the Arctic Route
Meet Santa Claus in Rovaniemi and indulge yourself in a pure magical Christmas atmosphere.
PRICE
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LONGEST DISTANCE: 10,5 HOURS
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STOPS: 13
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AVAILABLE: EVERY DAY 1.DECEMBER-31.MARCH
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TIMETABLE AND PRICE LIST
TROMSØ – ROVANIEMI
TROMSØ | 07:00 | ||
NORDKJOSBOTN | 08:00 | NOK 375 | |
HATTENG North Experience | 08:20 | NOK 410 | |
SKIBOTN | 08:50 | NOK 440 | |
HELLISKOGEN (on demand) | 09:10 | NOK 550 | |
KILPISJÄRVI YOU WILL CHANGE BUS HERE | TIMEZONE CHANGE 10:50 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS) (09:50 NORWEGIAN TIME) | NOK 600 | |
KARESUANDO | 12:30 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS) (11:30 NORWEGIAN TIME) | NOK 900 | |
PALOJOENSUU | 13:10 (UTC/GMT +2 HOURS) (12:10 NORWEGIAN TIME) | NOK 980 | |
MUONIO | 14:05 (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 AIRPORT | 15:30 (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 | 11:25 | NOK 100 | |
KITTILÄ AIRPORT | 13:40 | NOK 550 | |
LEVI | 14:00 | NOK 590 | |
MUONIO | 15:05 | NOK 730 | |
PALOJOENSUU | 15:50 | NOK 850 | |
KARESUANDO | 16:30 | NOK 930 | |
KILPISJÄRVI YOU WILL CHANGE BUS HERE | 18:10 | NOK 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 | |
TROMSØ | 19:30 (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:


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


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


Recommended activities during this route
EXPLORE ROVANIEMI
From NOK 1490 / pp
- 11:00-14:00
- 3 h
- Kilpisjärvi
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
- 36 h
- Finnish Lapland
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
- 18:45
- 4 h
- Sommarøy
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
- 11:00-14:00
- 3 h
- Kilpisjärvi
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
- 09:00
- 6 h
- Svolvær