Arriving to Suomussalmi
While a car offers the most flexibility for exploring Suomussalmi, visitors can also rely on public transportation with some advance planning. During the summer months, a regular bus service connects you to the stunning Hossa National Park. For those arriving by air, choose between Kajaani and Kuusamo airports, both serving as convenient gateways to our region.
Airports
Kajaani Airport (KAJ)
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Distance: Approximately 115 km from Suomussalmi and 215 km from Hossa
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Driving time: About 1.5 hours from Suomussalmi and approximately 2.5 hours from Hossa
Kuusamo Airport (KAO)
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Distance: Approximately 150 km from Suomussalmi and 85 km from Hossa
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Driving time: About 1 hour 35 minutes from Suomussalmi and about 1 hour from Hossa
Oulu Airport (OUL)
- Distance: Approximately 205 km from Suomussalmi and 250 km from Hossa
- Driving time: About 3 hours from Suomussalmi and around 3 hours from Hossa
Train Stations
Kajaani Railway Station
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Distance: Approximately 110 km from Suomussalmi and 205 km from Hossa
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Driving time: About 1.5 hours from Suomussalmi and 2.5 hours from Hossa
Oulu Railway Station
- Distance: Approximately 220 km from Suomussalmi and 240 km from Hossa
- Driving time: About 3 hours from both locations
Arriving by car?
Suomussalmi is easily accessible via major routes, including National Road 5/E63 and the scenic route Via Karelia.
On this page, you’ll find essential information and services for visitors traveling by car to the Suomussalmi area. Please note that overnight stays in cars and caravans within Hossa National Park are only permitted at the Karhunkainalo campsite. Additionally, caravans must not be parked further than the Visitor Centre.
Gas stations
ABC Automat
Ämmänkatu 2, 89600 Suomussalmi
Tel. +358 10 763 6600
Fuel available. Open 24h/7
ST1 Automat
Jalonkaarre 1, 89600 Suomussalmi
Tel. +358 800 131 031
Fuel available. Open 24h/7
Neste Automat
Siikarannantie 1, 89600 Suomussalmi
Tel. +358 200 80100
Fuel available. Open 24h/7
Teboil Turjanhovi
Kalliokatu 2, 89600 Suomussalmi
Tel. +358 50 430 5545
SEO Hossa
Lumontie 2, 88920 Ruhtinansalmi
Tel. +358 50 0166377
Fuel available. Open 24h/7
Payment methods: common bank and credit cards, no cash.
Charging stations for electric cars
Jalonniemi House
Jalonkaarre 1, 89600 Suomussalmi
Tel. +358 20 334 455
Operator: Recharge Finland Oy, https://rechargeinfra.com/fi/
Open 24h/7
4 charging points, high-power charging CCS/250kWh
ABC S-Market Suomussalmi
Ämmänkatu 2, 89600 Suomussalmi
Tel. +358 10 763 6600
Open 24h/7
8 charging points
K-Market HerkkuKirsikka – K-Charging
Kauppakatu 2-6, 89600 Suomussalmi
Tel. +358 45 355 1070
Open 24h/7
2 charging points
K-Supermarket Suomussalmi – K-Charging
Risteentie 12, 89600 Suomussalmi
Tel. +358 20 7705 770
6 charging points
Martinselkosen Eräkeskus
Pirttivaarantie 131, 89920 Ruhtinansalmi
Tel. +358 (08) 736 160
www.martinselkonen.fi
Travelling by camper van?
Suomussalmis offer inviting campsites for overnight stays or extended holidays:
- Camp site Karhunkainalo
- Camping Hossan Lumo.
Read more: Campsites – Visit Suomussalmi
Emptying chemical toilets
Karhunkainalo Camping Area, Hossa
Jatkonsalmentie 6, 89920 Ruhtinansalmi
Tel. +358 50 384 4692
Hossan Lumo (waste disposal available during summer)
Hossantie 278b, 89920 Ruhtinansalmi
Tel. +358 500 166 377
i by car and plan your journey with the region’s guidelines in mind for a smooth and enjoyable experience!
Planning to fly?
Kajaani Airport
- Helsinki – Kajaani – Helsinki: Finnair. Daily round-year. Flight time is 1 h 20 minutes.
Kuusamo Airport
- Helsinki – Kuusamo – Helsinki: Finnair. 5-6 daily by winter and 1-2 daily by summer.
- Frankfurt – Kuusamo – Frankfurt: Lufthansa, Saturdays. Weekly by winter.
- Zürich – Kuusamo – Zürich: Edelweiss Air, Fridays. Weekly by winter.
- Dusseldorf – Kuusamo – Dusseldorf. Eurowings. Weekly by winter.
Please note, transfers to and from the airport should be booked in advance from Taxies:
- Korpitaxi, Tel. +358 600 398 100
- Taxi Taneli Heikkinen, Tel. +358 400 284 010
- Taxi Anssi Rautiainen Tel.+358 44 994 3845
Taking a train?
The nearest train stations to Suomussalmi are in Kontiomäki and Kajaani, with multiple daily departures towards both southern and northern Finland. The journey from Helsinki to Kajaani takes around 6–7 hours. Some arriving trains offer convenient bus connections to Suomussalmi and Hossa National Park.
For schedules and tickets, visit VR’s website.
Or bus?
You can reach Suomussalmi via direct bus connections from Kajaani, Kuusamo, and Oulu.
- Pohjolan Matka offers regular service to Kajaani and Kuusamo
- Saaga Travel (FI) operates the Suomussalmi–Oulu route on Mondays and Fridays.
- For detailed schedules and tickets, visit Matkahuolto’s website. Suomussalmi local transport timetable (in Finnish).
From Kajaani to Kuusamo through Hossa, by bus
From June 2 to August 3, 2025
Mon–Fri and Sun
2:50 PM Kajaani Travel Center – 4:35 PM Suomussalmi Bus Station – 6:00 PM Hossa P (Hossa Holiday Center) – 6:05 PM Hossa Visitor Centre – 7:05 PM Kuusamo Ervasti Square
Kuusamo – Hossa – Suomussalmi – Kajaani
Mon–Fri and Sun
9:40 AM Kuusamo Ervasti Square – 10:40 AM Hossa Visitor Centre – 10:45 AM Hossa E (Hossa Holiday Center) – 12:10 PM Suomussalmi Bus Station – 1:55 PM Kajaani Travel Center
Note! The current schedule can be found here
When you need a taxi?
- Korpitaxi, Tel. +358 600 398 100
- Taxi Taneli Heikkinen, Tel. +358 400 284 010
- Taxi Anssi Rautiainen Tel.+358 44 994 3845
- Taxi Menevä, Tel. +358 800 02120
Need a rental car?
Need transfer for group?
- Tilausmatkat Oy / Matka Moilanen, Tel. +358400 282 865, toimisto@tilausmatkat.info
- Pohjolan Matkat, Tel. +358201 303 370, tilausajot@pohjolanmatka.fi