How far is it from Hemnes to Vadsø?

The distance between Hemnes and Vadsø is 1869 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Hemnes to Vadsø?

The drive from Hemnes to Vadsø takes approximately 27 h 30 min by car.

What is the best route from Hemnes to Vadsø?

The fastest route from Hemnes to Vadsø covers 1869 km with a driving time of approximately 27 h 30 min.

Which direction is Vadsø from Hemnes?

Vadsø lies roughly to the north-east of Hemnes.

Which roads does the route from Hemnes to Vadsø follow?

The drive from Hemnes to Vadsø mainly follows E 45, E 4, 955. The longest single stretch is 672 km on E 4.

Which towns do you pass between Hemnes and Vadsø?

Towns on the route from Hemnes to Vadsø include Furudal, Sundsvall, Piteå, Kittilä, Inari.

Where can I camp between Hemnes and Vadsø?

Along the route from Hemnes to Vadsø you can stop for the night or service your van at Kirkevika Camping og Badeplass, Ava havsbad, Valkeaporo. The longest stretch on this route with no campsite is 229 km, between Pajala Camping and Valkeaporo.

Hemnes Vadsø

Distance: 1869 kmDrive time: 27 h 30 min

Driving from Hemnes to Vadsø takes about 27 h 30 min. The distance is 1869 km. The straight-line distance is 1427 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Eda glasbruk, Sundsvall, Bergnäset, Äkäslompolo, Inari.

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Driving directions12 · 1599 km

1 21 Take 21 north to Torsbyvegen, heading through the scenic landscapes of northern Norway towards the Swedish border. 75 km
2 E 45; E 16 Follow E 45 and E 16 to Moravägen, driving through the Swedish interior along the historic Inlandsvägen route. 86 km
3 E 45 Continue on E 45 to Inlandsvägen, navigating the winding roads of central Sweden with careful attention to curves. 33 km
4 E 45; 26 Pick up E 45 and 26 to Landsvägen, traveling through the Swedish countryside towards the northern regions of the country. 66 km
5 296; 301 Head on 296 and 301 to Strandvägen, moving through the forested areas of northern Sweden towards the Finnish border. 55 km
6 E 4 Merge onto E 4 to Kolbäcksvägen, driving a long stretch through northern Sweden and into the Finnish wilderness. 672 km
7 E 4; E 10 Follow E 4 and E 10 through the remote Lapland region, crossing into Finland and heading towards the Arctic Circle. 84 km
8 392 Take 392 through the Finnish Lapland landscape, navigating the quiet roads towards the eastern parts of the region. 79 km
9 80 Continue on 80 to Aakenuksentie, driving through the rugged terrain of eastern Finland towards the Norwegian border. 67 km
10 955 Head on 955 to Menesjärventie, traveling through the vast and sparsely populated areas of northern Finnish Lapland. 165 km
11 4 Follow 4 to Utsjoentie, driving along the main route through the northernmost municipality of Finland towards Norway. 126 km
12 970 Take 970 to Hvistendalsgate, crossing the border into Norway and arriving in the remote town of Vadsø. 97 km

The return trip from Vadsø to Hemnes covers roughly the same distance, 1869 km.

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How far is it from Hemnes to Vadsø?: The distance between Hemnes and Vadsø is 1869 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Hemnes to Vadsø?: The drive from Hemnes to Vadsø takes approximately 27 h 30 min by car.
What is the best route from Hemnes to Vadsø?: The fastest route from Hemnes to Vadsø covers 1869 km with a driving time of approximately 27 h 30 min.
Which direction is Vadsø from Hemnes?: Vadsø lies roughly to the north-east of Hemnes.
Which roads does the route from Hemnes to Vadsø follow?: The drive from Hemnes to Vadsø mainly follows E 45, E 4, 955. The longest single stretch is 672 km on E 4.
Which towns do you pass between Hemnes and Vadsø?: Towns on the route from Hemnes to Vadsø include Furudal, Sundsvall, Piteå, Kittilä, Inari.
Where can I camp between Hemnes and Vadsø?: Along the route from Hemnes to Vadsø you can stop for the night or service your van at Kirkevika Camping og Badeplass, Ava havsbad, Valkeaporo. The longest stretch on this route with no campsite is 229 km, between Pajala Camping and Valkeaporo.

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