How to travel from Joensuu to Levi, Finland

The distance between Joensuu and Levi is around 717km (446 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 3hrs.

8 routes found

We've found 8 different ways to get from Joensuu to Levi by train, plane, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Joensuu (JOE) to Kittila (KTT).

  • Duration3hrs
  • Flight time2h 35m
  • Typical cost
    €325($325)
Operated by

FlexFlight ApS

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3 similiar routes

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Bus

Take the bus to T and then to Hissitie I.

  • Duration12h 40m
  • Departsonce daily
  • Typical cost
    €60($60)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

1 similiar route

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Kontiomäki and then to Rovaniemi then take the bus to Hissitie I.

  • Duration11hrs
  • Departs3 times a week
  • Typical cost
    €110($110)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Levi.

  • Duration9h 25m
  • Distance717km (446 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Joensuu and Levi

There are several options for getting from Joensuu to Levi by train, plane, bus and car. The cheapest option is to take the bus which costs around €60 ($60) and will take around 12h 40m. If you need to get there more quickly, you can fly and arrive in approximately 3hrs, though it is a bit more costly at approximately €325 ($325).

The distance between Joensuu and Levi is around 717km (446 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 620km (385 miles)

It takes around 4h 40m to get from Joensuu and Levi by train and plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 9h 25m to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Joensuu to Levi is to fly which takes around 3hrs and will set you back approx €325 ($325).

The cheapest way to travel between Joensuu and Levi, if you exclude driving, is to take the bus which will typically cost around €60 ($60) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Joensuu and Levi. We recommend that you fly from Joensuu (JOE) to Kittila (KTT). instead which will take 3hrs.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Joensuu and Levi. It typically takes around 12h 40m and departs once daily.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Joensuu to Levi. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in T. These services run once daily and will take a minimum of 12h 40m.

Pohjolan Matka, J.M. Eskelisen Lapin Linjat Oy, Onni Bus and Soisalon Liikenne Oy run regular bus services between Joensuu and Levi. Buses run once daily and take around 12h 40m on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Joensuu and Levi. Flights depart from Joensuu (JOE) and arrive at Kittila (KTT) - via Helsinki (HEL). The flight takes around 2h 35m.

There is no direct flight from Joensuu to Levi. There is however a flight that goes via Helsinki (HEL). This services will take at least 3hrs (not including layover time).

The flight from Joensuu to Levi typically takes around 2h 35m. Flights depart from Joensuu (JOE) and and arrive into Kittila (KTT).

The closest major airport to Levi is Kittila Airport (KTT) (KTT) which is approximately 10km (6 miles) from Levi. Ivalo Airport (IVL) (IVL) and Rovaniemi Airport (RVN) (RVN) 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 Levi. The distance is around 717km (446 miles) by road and it will take around 9h 25m in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Joensuu to Levi is to take the train and then fly which takes, on average, 4h 40m and will usually cost around €355 ($355).

How do I get from Joensuu to Levi

Compare travel optionsbetween Joensuu and Levi

Transport options from Joensuu to Levi
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly + 3 similar
3hrs
€325($325)
5 times a week1,206km (749 miles)
Train and Plane4h 40m
€355($355)
twice a week1,319km (819 miles)
Plane and Bus4h 60m
€275($275)
twice daily1,243km (773 miles)
Train to Tikkurila, Fly6h 5m
€300($300)
5 times a week1,301km (809 miles)
Bus + 1 similar
12h 40m
€60($60)
once daily839km (521 miles)
Bus via Jyväskylä14h 55m
€120($120)
twice a week980km (609 miles)
Train and Bus
11hrs
€110($110)
3 times a week800km (497 miles)
Drive
9h 25m
€100($100)
on demand717km (446 miles)

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Airports near Levi

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

KTT
Kittila Airport (KTT)
Domestic Airport
Distance
10km (6 miles) from Levi
IVL
Ivalo Airport (IVL)
International Airport
Distance
140km (87 miles) from Levi
RVN
Rovaniemi Airport (RVN)
International Airport
Distance
143km (89 miles) from Levi