Helsinki to Ruka Adventure via Leppävaara with Outdoor Gear Stop

Day 1: Journey & Shopping

Helsinki to Ruka, Finland on May 19, 2025

8:45am

Depart from Caloniuksenkatu 6, Helsinki

Start your trip early from this central Helsinki address to give yourself enough time for travel, shopping, and arrival in Ruka.
EUR0, 15m

9:00am

Travel to Leppävaara Train Station, Espoo

Take public transport or taxi from Caloniuksenkatu to Leppävaara station, a key transit hub west of Helsinki, approximately 15 minutes by car or via train.
EUR4-6, 15m

9:30am

Visit Partioaitta Store in Leppävaara

Explore Partioaitta, a well-known outdoor gear retailer, to pick up hiking and winter equipment essentials. Store opens at 10am on weekdays, so you may choose to wait or visit XXL store alternatively nearby, open from 9am.
Variable, 1h

10:30am

Breakfast at Café near Leppävaara Station

Enjoy a cozy breakfast at a café such as Café Keidas offering fresh pastries and Finnish coffee, open from 7am.
EUR8-12, 30m

11:00am

Begin journey north towards Ruka

Start driving or taking a shuttle towards Ruka, a popular ski and year-round outdoor destination in Northern Finland, approximately 8-9 hours drive from Leppävaara.
EUR0 if private vehicle + fuel or approx. EUR60-100 for bus shuttle, 8h

7:30pm

Arrive at Äijänlammintie 8, Ruka

Check into your accommodation near Äijänlammintie 8 and relax after the long journey.
EUR0, 30m

8:00pm

Dinner at Ruka Village Restaurant

Dine at a local restaurant like Ravintola Ruka Bistro, known for hearty Finnish dishes made from local ingredients, open until 9 or 10pm depending on the day.
EUR25-40, 1h
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