Arctic Route Tromsø - Rovaniemi

Overnight place in winter
Northern lights
Prices from

1563 NOK

per person

This incredible route takes you between Tromsø, the Paris of the North, to Rovaniemi, in Finnish Lapland, where you will experience the beauty of Finnish Lapland, both the tundra and the small municipalities along the way.

General information

Discover Norway (Tromsø) and Finland (Rovaniemi) by bus. This route will connect you to both destinations on a single day, stopping at several other interesting destinations in Lapland Finland such as the Levi Ski Resort, Kilpisjärvi, the Santa Claus Village, or Hatteng (in Norway) – check our “Highlights on this route” suggestions.

This is one of Scandinavia’s most beautiful bus routes, as you get to enjoy the unbelievable views of the two countries and be amazed by their beauty: from the Norwegian fjords, tundra landscapes to the snowy famous Finnish trees of Finland.

This journey is taken on new and comfortable coaches with free Wi-Fi (only between Tromsø and Kilpisjärvi), toilet, and experienced and service-oriented drivers fluent in English. Read more about the route’s highlights below!

Important note: Between 21/12/2024 and 05/01/2025, there is a price increase of NOK 160 per person in place.

Tromsø to Rovaniemi:

Departure from Tromsø Bus Terminal Prostneset
Be punctual for departure at 07:00 AM
Arrival in Rovaniemi at 05:25 PM
Santa Claus Village at 05:35 PM
Rovaniemi to Tromsø

Departure from Rovaniemi at 11:20 AM (Santa Claus Village at 11:00 AM)
Arrival in Tromsø at 07:30 PM

Prices from

1563 NOK per person

- Adult NOK 1563

- Child 4-15 years NOK 1172

- Infant 0-4 years NOK 156

Facilities

  • Toilet facilities on bus
  • Bus (up to 50 persons)

About Best Arctic

Life-changing experiences – The Arctic Way 

We put our heart and soul into delivering life-changing experiences based on quality and authenticity to you – The Arctic Way.


Best Arctic is a newly established Destination Management Company, covering the northern areas of Norway, Sweden, and Finland. The company was founded based on Bussring and Tromsø Safari.



With more than 17 years of experience in the tourism industry, we aim to inspire and offer you the best arctic experience ever: from winter to summer, all year round, single activities (northern lights tours, dog-sledding, whale watching, sightseeing tours, among many other exciting tours), accommodation, packages, cross-border bus transportation, and unforgettable experiences.



Our philosophy is based on maintaining our strong local connection by tight cooperation and involvement with local landowners, activity operators, guides, and other suppliers. We strongly believe in contributing to a better tourism destination for our guests and the locals, not only for today but, even more importantly, for the future.



Best Arctic has currently 18 employees operating out of our hubs/offices in Tromsø and Narvik.


Visit Tromsø
Phone: +47 776 10 000
Email: [email protected]
Arctic Route
Phone: +47 953 03 888
Email: [email protected]

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