Nuuksio Reindeer Park – Arrival Instructions

Directions from Helsinki:

1. Take commuter train E, U or L from Helsinki Central Railway Station to Espoo Centre (Espoon keskus).
2. From Espoo Centre, take bus 245 or 245A towards Nuuksio.
3. Get off at the Punjonsuo bus stop, shortly after the Finnish Nature Centre Haltia
4. Walk approximately 400 metres to Nuuksio Reindeer Park. Turn right at the junction marked Nuuksiontie 83 and follow the signs towards the park.
5. Continue past the parking area, enter through the gate and follow the wooden boardwalk to the ticket hut.

Important:

Bus 245/245A runs relatively infrequently, so please check the bus timetable before planning your train journey. Allow enough time for your connections.

Public transport tickets:

You can purchase an ABC zone ticket using the HSL app or contactless payment with a Visa or Mastercard.

To pay by contactless card:

1. Select the ABC zones on the card reader.
2. Tap your payment card on the reader inside the train when you board.
3. Your payment card serves as your ticket. When transferring to the bus, show the same card to the reader without selecting the zones again, provided your ticket is still valid.

For more information:

HSL Journey Planner

HSL Contactless Payment

🚗 By Car

Driving time from Helsinki: Approximately 30–40 minutes

Driving Directions:

1. Take the Turku motorway (E18 / Road 1) towards Turku.
2. Exit at the IKEA junction and follow signs towards Veikkola.
3. Continue onto Nupurintie (Road 110).
4. After approximately 5 km, turn right towards Nuuksio / Solvalla.
5. Continue past the Finnish Nature Centre Haltia for approximately 1 km.
6. Turn right at the signs for Karhunpesä and Nuuksio Reindeer Park.
7. Drive up to the parking area.

Parking:

Free parking is available at Nuuksio Reindeer Park. Spaces are shared with visitors to Karhunpesä and may be limited during busy periods.

Additional public parking is available near the Finnish Nature Centre Haltia, approximately 1 km from the park.

Please note: Parking along private access roads is strictly prohibited.

🚕 By Taxi or Rid-Hiling Service

A taxi is a convenient option for visitors travelling from Helsinki city centre, Helsinki Airport or nearby hotels.

Travel time from central Helsinki: Approximately 30–40 minutes, depending on traffic.

You can book a taxi or use one of the following services:

• Tilaa taksi: Tilaa Taksi
• Uber: Uber
• Bolt: Bolt 

Uber and Bolt are also available in the Helsinki metropolitan area, although availability may vary in Nuuksio.

Destination address: Nuuksiontie 83, 02820 Espoo

We recommend arranging your return journey in advance, as taxis may not be readily available in the national park area.

♿ Accessibility

The Reindeer Park is located in a natural forest setting with some uneven terrain and changes in elevation.

From the parking area, a wooden boardwalk leads towards the park entrance. Please note that there are also steps in certain areas, including access to the terrace and kota.

If you have reduced mobility or specific accessibility requirements, please contact us in advance so we can advise you on the best way to visit

Useful Links

• HSL routes & schedules: https://www.hsl.fi/en
• Tickets & fares: https://www.hsl.fi/en/tickets-and-fares
• Nuuksio access & maps: https://www.luontoon.fi/en

• Nuuksio National Park: https://www.luontoon.fi/en/destinations/nuuksio-national-park

• The Finnish Nature Centre Haltia: https://haltia.com/en/

We look forward to welcoming you to Nuuksio Reindeer Park!