Ruka–Kuusamo SkiBus Winter Season 2025–2026
The Ruka–Kuusamo SkiBus provides an easy and convenient connection between Kuusamo town centre and Ruka village during the winter season from 1 December 2025 to 1 May 2026. Route 3 operates daily during the season and makes it easy to reach the ski slopes without a car.
The SkiBus is a convenient option for guests staying at Hostel Aurora Kuusamo who want to spend the day at Ruka Ski Resort and return in the evening to peaceful accommodation near Kuusamo town centre.
Route and timetable
SkiBus Route 3 runs between Kuusamo town centre and Ruka village from 1 December 2025 to 1 May 2026. Tickets can be purchased from the Matkahuolto website.
Ruka-Kuusamo SkiBus 3 timetable
3: Ruka village - The center of Kuusamon | ||
3: The center of Kuusamon - Ruka village |
Up-to-date timetables and tickets are available on the Matkahuolto website, and it is recommended to purchase tickets online in advance.
Connection from Rovaniemi to Ruka
Starting from 1 December 2025, a bus departing from Rovaniemi Bus Station connects with SkiBus Route 3 from Kuusamo town centre to Ruka on Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays.
When searching for the route on the Matkahuolto website, select Rovaniemi Bus Station as the departure point and Ruka as the destination.
Real-time bus tracking
Matkahuolto Busses on the map - the service shows the location of Ruka-Kuusamo SkiBus line 3 in real time. This allows you to see exactly when the bus will arrive at your stop.