How far is it from Hemnes to Vadsø?

The distance between Hemnes and Vadsø is 1161 mi 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 1161 mi 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 418 mi 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.

Hemnes Vadsø

Distance: 1161 miDuration: 27 h 30 min

Driving from Hemnes to Vadsø takes about 27 h 30 min. The distance is 1161 mi. The straight-line distance is 887 mi. EV charging is available along the route, including in Eda glasbruk, Sundsvall, Bergnäset, Äkäslompolo, Inari.

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Driving directions12 · 994 mi

1 21 Take 21 north to Torsbyvegen, heading through the scenic landscapes of northern Norway towards the Swedish border. 47 mi
2 E 45; E 16 Follow E 45 and E 16 to Moravägen, driving through the Swedish interior along the historic Inlandsvägen route. 53 mi
3 E 45 Continue on E 45 to Inlandsvägen, navigating the winding roads of central Sweden with careful attention to curves. 21 mi
4 E 45; 26 Pick up E 45 and 26 to Landsvägen, traveling through the Swedish countryside towards the northern regions of the country. 41 mi
5 296; 301 Head on 296 and 301 to Strandvägen, moving through the forested areas of northern Sweden towards the Finnish border. 34 mi
6 E 4 Merge onto E 4 to Kolbäcksvägen, driving a long stretch through northern Sweden and into the Finnish wilderness. 418 mi
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. 52 mi
8 392 Take 392 through the Finnish Lapland landscape, navigating the quiet roads towards the eastern parts of the region. 49 mi
9 80 Continue on 80 to Aakenuksentie, driving through the rugged terrain of eastern Finland towards the Norwegian border. 42 mi
10 955 Head on 955 to Menesjärventie, traveling through the vast and sparsely populated areas of northern Finnish Lapland. 103 mi
11 4 Follow 4 to Utsjoentie, driving along the main route through the northernmost municipality of Finland towards Norway. 78 mi
12 970 Take 970 to Hvistendalsgate, crossing the border into Norway and arriving in the remote town of Vadsø. 61 mi

The return trip from Vadsø to Hemnes covers roughly the same distance, 1161 mi.

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How far is it from Hemnes to Vadsø?: The distance between Hemnes and Vadsø is 1161 mi 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 1161 mi 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 418 mi 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.

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