Driving from Kuopio to Petrozavodsk
Petrozavodsk lies 365 km (227 mi) east of Kuopio, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 5 h 34 min without stops, over roughly 446 km (277 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
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| Kuopio | Petrozavodsk | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Finland | Russia |
| Population | 125,462 | 279,190 |
| Elevation | 90 m (295 ft) | 73 m (240 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Helsinki) | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) |
What changes when you arrive in Petrozavodsk
Crossing from Finland into Russia: money changes from the Euro to the Ruble (RUB); the dialling code becomes +7; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q24233148.
Where to book car hire from Kuopio to Petrozavodsk
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Staying in Petrozavodsk
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Common questions
How far is Petrozavodsk from Kuopio?
365 km (227 mi) in a straight line, east of Kuopio; by road roughly 446 km (277 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kuopio to Petrozavodsk by car?
About 5 h 34 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kuopio and Petrozavodsk?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Petrozavodsk?
The Ruble (RUB).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.