How to get from Backas to Kontula by bus?

From Backas to Kontula by bus

To get from Backas to Kontula in Helsinki, take the 561 bus from Veromäen Koulu station to Kivikontie station. Next, take the 57 bus from Latokartanonsilmukka station to Kaarikuja station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 49 min. The ride fare is €2.80.

49min€2.80
Walk to bus stationBus - 561
561
Bus - 57
57
Walk to Kontula
Leaves from Veromäen Koulu

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Veromäen Koulu
    ID V5120
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 561561
    Wait for bus
    561
    Itäkeskus (M)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kivikontie
    ID H4534
    19 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Latokartanonsilmukka
    ID H4538
    130 m • 2 min
  • 5
    Bus - 5757
    Wait for bus
    57
    Kontula(M)
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Kaarikuja
    ID H4426
    6 min
  • 7
    Walk to Kontula
    Walk to
    Kontula
    Kaarikuja
    210 m • 3 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

From Backas to Kontula by bus and metro

To get from Backas to Kontula in Helsinki, take the 561 bus from Veromäen Koulu station to Liikuntamylly station. Next, take the M2 metro from Myllypuro station to Kontula station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is €2.80.

42min€2.80
Walk to bus stationBus - 561
561
Metro - M2
Walk to Kontula
Leaves from Veromäen Koulu

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Veromäen Koulu
    ID V5120
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 561561
    Wait for bus
    561
    Itäkeskus (M)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Liikuntamylly
    ID H4286
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Myllypuro
    250 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Metro - M2
    Wait for metro
    M2
    Mellunmäki
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Kontula
    2 min
  • 7
    Walk to Kontula
    Walk to
    Kontula
    Kaarikuja
    410 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Backas to Kontula

The distance between Backas, Helsinki and Kontula, Helsinki is approximately 12.69 km, which can typically be travelled in 49 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Backas to Kontula by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Helsinki – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Public transit stations close to Backas

Backas is located at Backas, Helsinki and the nearest public transit station is Backas.

Train stations close to Backas:

  • Tikkurila
  • Lentoasema
  • Tapanila

Bus stations close to Backas:

  • Backas
  • Hagelstamintie
  • Veromäen Koulu

Public transit stations close to Kontula, Helsinki

Kontula is located at Kaarikuja, Helsinki and the nearest public transit station is Kivikonkaari.

Metro stations close to Kontula:

  • Mellunmäki(M)
  • Myllypuro
  • Kontula

Bus stations close to Kontula:

  • Kivikonkaari
  • Kontula
  • Keinutie

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From Backas to Kontula by bus and metro

To get from Backas to Kontula in Helsinki, take the 561 bus from Veromäen Koulu station to Liikuntamylly station. Next, take the M2 metro from Myllypuro station to Kontula station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 42 min. The ride fare is €2.80.

42min€2.80
Walk to bus stationBus - 561
561
Metro - M2
Walk to Kontula
Leaves from Veromäen Koulu

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Veromäen Koulu
    ID V5120
    170 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 561561
    Wait for bus
    561
    Itäkeskus (M)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Liikuntamylly
    ID H4286
    22 min
  • 4
    Walk to metro station
    Walk to metro station
    Myllypuro
    250 m • 4 min
  • 5
    Metro - M2
    Wait for metro
    M2
    Mellunmäki
  • 6
    Ride to metro station
    Ride to metro station
    Kontula
    2 min
  • 7
    Walk to Kontula
    Walk to
    Kontula
    Kaarikuja
    410 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Backas to Kontula?

    The fastest way takes 49 minutes, using Bus line 561, Bus line 57.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Backas to Kontula?

    The alternative route takes 42 minutes, using Bus line 561, Metro line M2.

  • Is there a direct bus between Backas and Kontula?

    No, you’ll have to take 2 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 49 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Backas to Kontula?

    The 561 bus line goes from Veromäen Koulu station near Backas in Vantaa to Itäkeskus (M) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Itäkeskus (M) station near Kontula in Helsinki.

  • How long does it take to travel from Backas to Kontula by bus?

    The total travel time between Backas in Vantaa and Kontula in Helsinki by bus is about 49 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Backas to get to Kontula?

    Get on the 561 bus from the Veromäen Koulu stop near Backas in Vantaa.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Backas and Kontula?

    Get off the bus at the Itäkeskus (M) stop, which is closest to Kontula in Helsinki.

  • When is the last bus from Backas to Kontula?

    The last bus from Backas in Vantaa to Kontula in Helsinki is the Mellunmäki(M)-Tikkurila-Aviapolis-Lentoasema line. It leaves the Väinö Tannerin Tie [Jumbo] stop at 4:51 AM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Backas to Kontula?

    The ride from Backas to Kontula costs €2.80.

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