How much is a bus ticket in Kuopio?
Fares on Vilkku buses in Kuopio and Siilinjärvi.
Short answer
Vilkku's price page lists an adult (17+) single ticket in zone AB at €2.70 by the Vilkku app or contactless payment, and €3.80 in cash from the driver. A child (7–16) pays €1.35 or €2.00. Children under 7 always travel free. An extra night fare is charged from 23 to 04. You can change buses freely within zones A and B for one hour from the first trip; for other zones the transfer time is 90 minutes. An adult day ticket for zone AB costs €8.70 for one day and €4.40 for each extra day.
Why
- Zone AB €2.70 by card or app.
- €3.80 in cash.
- Night fare 23–04.
Details
Vilkku says children under 7 always travel free.
Tip
For a short stay, compare the day ticket with three or more single trips.
What may differ
The night fare amount is not clearly labelled on Vilkku's page; check it in the app.
Common misconception
Kuopio buses only take cash.
What actually happens
You can pay by contactless card, mobile wallet or app, and cash costs more.
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Sources
- Vilkku: Ticket pricesChecked at:
- Vilkku: how to pay on Kuopio region busesChecked at:
This answer is for reference only. Local ticket prices and routes change, so check the local public transport website before you travel.
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