How to travel from Joensuu to Kemi, Finland

The distance between Joensuu and Kemi is around 500km (311 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 2h 45m.

6 routes found

We've found 6 different ways to get from Joensuu to Kemi by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

👋 Also check out KemiJoensuu if you're planning a return trip.

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Fly

Fly from Joensuu (JOE) to Kemi (KEM).

  • Duration2h 45m
  • Flight time2h 25m
  • Typical cost
    €215($215)
Operated by

FlexFlight ApS

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Train

Take the train to Kontiomäki and then to Kemi.

  • Duration7h 15m
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €70($70)
Operated by

Finnish Railways (VR)

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Bus

Take the bus to T and then to 2.

  • Duration8h 25m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €6($6)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Drive

Drive to Kemi.

  • Duration6h 30m
  • Distance500km (311 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Joensuu and Kemi

There are several options for getting from Joensuu to Kemi by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €6 ($6) and will take around 8h 25m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 2h 45m, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €215 ($215).

The distance between Joensuu and Kemi is around 500km (311 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 429km (267 miles)

It takes around 2h 45m to get from Joensuu and Kemi by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 6h 30m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Joensuu to Kemi is to fly which takes around 2h 45m and will set you back approx €215 ($215).

The cheapest way to travel between Joensuu and Kemi, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €6 ($6) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

Yes there is a train service that runs between Joensuu and Kemi. It typically takes around 7h 15m and departs 3 times a week.

There are no direct train services that runs from Joensuu to Kemi. However, you can instead can take several connecting trains with a changeover in Kontiomäki. These services run 3 times a week and will take a minimum of 7h 15m.

Finnish Railways (VR) run train services between Joensuu and Kemi. Trains depart 3 times a week and will take around 7h 15m, however, this may vary depending on the particular service and whether it runs express or stops all stations.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Joensuu and Kemi. It typically takes around 8h 25m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Joensuu to Kemi. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in T. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 8h 25m.

Pohjolan Matka, Onni Bus, J.M. Eskelisen Lapin Linjat Oy, Orajärven Bussit Oy and Pohjolan Turistiauto Oy run regular bus services between Joensuu and Kemi. Buses run once daily and take around 8h 25m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Joensuu and Kemi. Flights depart from Joensuu (JOE) and arrive at Kemi (KEM) - via Helsinki (HEL). The flight takes around 2h 25m.

There is no direct flight from Joensuu to Kemi. There is however a flight that goes via Helsinki (HEL). This services will take at least 2h 45m (not including layover time).

The flight from Joensuu to Kemi typically takes around 2h 25m. Flights depart from Joensuu (JOE) and and arrive into Kemi (KEM).

The closest major airport to Kemi is Oulu Airport (OUL) (OUL) which is approximately 97km (60 miles) from Kemi. Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) (RVN) and Kuusamo Airport (KAO) (KAO) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Joensuu and Kemi. The distance is around 500km (311 miles) by road and it will take around 6h 30m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Joensuu to Kemi is to fly which takes, on average, 2h 45m and will usually cost around €215 ($215).

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Compare travel optionsbetween Joensuu and Kemi

Transport options from Joensuu to Kemi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
2h 45m
€215($215)
5 times a week986km (613 miles)
Train + 1 similar
7h 15m
€70($70)
3 times a week521km (324 miles)
Train via Kajaani10h 10m
€85($85)
once a week704km (438 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
8h 25m
€6($6)
once daily554km (344 miles)
Bus via Iisalmi linja-autoasema8h 25m
€64($64)
5 times a week531km (330 miles)
Drive
6h 30m
€71($71)
on demand500km (311 miles)

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Airports near Kemi

The following major airports near Kemi offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Finland and internationally.

OUL
Oulu Airport (OUL)
International Airport
Distance
97km (60 miles) from Kemi
RVN
Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
International Airport
Distance
108km (67 miles) from Kemi
KAO
Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
Domestic Airport
Distance
214km (133 miles) from Kemi