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Pielavesi to Umeå

Updated: March 16, 2024 06:04 AM
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Pielavesi to Umeå - Language, Currency, Distance, How to Reach, Expenses, Best time to go, What to Eat, Where to Go, FAQ

Language

The official language of Finland is Finnish, and the official language of Sweden is Swedish. However, English is widely spoken in both countries.

Currency

The official currency of Finland is the euro (€), and the official currency of Sweden is the Swedish krona (SEK). You can exchange your currency at banks, exchange bureaus, and hotels.

Distance

The distance between Pielavesi and Umeå is approximately 500 kilometers (310 miles).

How to Reach

There are several ways to travel from Pielavesi to Umeå:

  • By car: The driving time is approximately 6 hours.
  • By bus: There are several bus routes that operate between Pielavesi and Umeå. The journey time is approximately 7 hours.
  • By train: There is no direct train service between Pielavesi and Umeå. You can take a train from Pielavesi to Oulu and then transfer to a train to Umeå. The total journey time is approximately 8 hours.
  • By plane: There are no direct flights between Pielavesi and Umeå. You can fly from Kuopio Airport (KUO) to Umeå Airport (UME) with a stopover in Helsinki. The total journey time is approximately 5 hours.

Expenses

The cost of traveling from Pielavesi to Umeå will vary depending on your choice of transportation and accommodation. Here is a rough estimate of the expenses:

Expense Cost
Transportation €50-€150
Accommodation €30-€100 per night
Food €20-€50 per day
Activities €10-€50 per day
Total €200-€500

Best time to go

The best time to visit Umeå is during the summer months (June-August), when the weather is warm and sunny. However, you can also visit Umeå during the winter months (December-February) to experience the snow and ice.

What to Eat

There are many traditional Swedish dishes that you can try in Umeå, such as:

  • Swedish meatballs
  • Herring
  • Gravlax
  • Reindeer meat
  • Lingonberry jam

Where to Go

Here are some of the top tourist attractions in Umeå:

  • Umeå City Museum
  • Umeå Art Museum
  • Västerbotten Museum
  • Umeå Botanical Garden
  • Umeå Folkets Park

FAQ

Do I need a visa to travel from Finland to Sweden?

No, you do not need a visa to travel from Finland to Sweden. Both countries are members of the European Union.

What is the time difference between Finland and Sweden?

There is no time difference between Finland and Sweden.

What is the weather like in Umeå?

The weather in Umeå is generally mild and temperate. The average temperature in the summer is 15-20 degrees Celsius (59-68 degrees Fahrenheit), and the average temperature in the winter is -5 to -10 degrees Celsius (23-14 degrees Fahrenheit).

*Distance calculation may be aerial distance.

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