City in Southwest Finland, Finland
Getting around Turku
How to get around Turku
The center and riverfront are walkable and flat; Föli buses cover the rest. Archipelago trips use ferries and buses; trains reach Helsinki in about 2 hours.
Ways to get around Turku
| Option | Fare | Good to know |
|---|---|---|
| Föli buses | About 3–4 EUR | Use the Föli app; buses reach the airport, Ruissalo and the harbor |
| Aura River ferry (Föri) | Free | Small cable ferry crossing the river in the center |
| Trains from Helsinki (VR) | From about 10–35 EUR | About 2 h; book ahead for lower fares |
Ride-hailing apps in Turku
A 5 km ride costs about €12–20 ($14–23).
| App | Notes |
|---|---|
| Bolt | Often cheaper than taxis; supply thin late at night |
- Taxis are metered and pricey; use an app or book by phone. The center is walkable and buses are frequent.
Arriving in Turku
Turku Airport (TKU)
8 km from the center; Föli bus 1 or taxi about 15–20 min; bus about 3–4 EUR, taxi 20–30 EUR.
Driving and onward travel
- Driving: on the right. EU/EEA licences are valid; most others work for visits if in Latin script, otherwise carry an IDP.
- Onward travel in Finland: VR trains link Helsinki, Tampere, Turku and Oulu, with night trains to Lapland. Matkahuolto buses and short flights cover the far north.
Quick answers
Is there Uber in Turku?
No. Use Bolt instead.
What's the best way to get around Turku?
The center and riverfront are walkable and flat; Föli buses cover the rest. Archipelago trips use ferries and buses; trains reach Helsinki in about 2 hours.
How do I get from the airport to Turku?
8 km from the center; Föli bus 1 or taxi about 15–20 min; bus about 3–4 EUR, taxi 20–30 EUR.
Is Turku walkable?
Walkable center.
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Sources
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