There are many ways to travel to Umeå – by bus, train or plane. Umeå Airport is only about 15 minutes by bus from the city centre. Umeå also has a ferry connection to Vaasa in Finland. Once you arrive, much of the city is within walking distance.
There are many ways to get to Umeå, it’s easy whether you travel by plane, train, bus, or ferry.
How would you like to travel to Umeå?
Take the Wasaline ferry between Umeå and Vaasa in Finland—an environmentally friendly option. Don’t forget to book transport to and from the ferry, with buses available to and from Wasaline.
Travel to Umeå by train with Norrtåg and SJ.
Fly with SAS, Norwegian, Finnair or Jonair.
Take the bus with Ybuss, which operates daily, or with Länstrafiken Västerbotten.
Much of Umeå is within walking distance, making it a great way to experience the city.
What are your transport needs?
Bike – Use the cycling map for guidance.
Bus – Umeå Local Transport and Länstrafiken Västerbotten.
Airport bus – Umeå’s airport bus service, line 80.
Ferry to Holmön – The journey takes about 45 minutes and is free of charge. Departs from Norrfjärden.
Ferry to Norrbyskär – The journey takes about 15 minutes. Departs from Norrbyn.
Umeå public transport – Routes, tickets and how to pay
Can I take a bus from the city centre to IKEA/Avion?
Yes, take bus number 2 to the Söderslätt shopping area.
Airport bus – Route 80 is part of Umeå’s local public transport network, Ultra. Everything you need to know about the airport bus
Do you need to store your bag in a locker?
There are lockers available at Umeå Central Station (train station), located at Järnvägsallén 11. Umeå Bus Station is nearby. Payment can be made by Swish or card. You can find more information here!
Umeå Storage offers storage solutions in newly built facilities in attractive locations. A range of unit sizes is available. More about Umeå Storage
UPAB is Umeå Municipality’s parking company. Information about parking for all types of vehicles is available on the UPAB website
Parking zones and car parks in central Umeå – view the map
Parking operators: Aimo Park i Umeå and EasyPark
Charging stations
McRent in Umeå - Motorhome rental
MyCamper – Rental of privately owned motorhomes and caravans
First Camp Umeå - the closest to central Umeå
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