Travel Guide to Kaunissaari

Getting There

• Car

  If you are traveling by car, first make your way to the main town of Mariehamn, which is the capital of Åland Islands. From Mariehamn, take Route 1 heading north toward Eckerö. Follow Route 1 for approximately 30 kilometers until you reach the ferry terminal at Eckerö, where you can catch a ferry to the mainland of Finland. The ferry ride may take around 2 hours and costs approximately 20-30 euros. Once you arrive on the mainland, drive towards Pyhtää, which is approximately 50 kilometers away. Follow local signs to Kaunissaari, located off the coast of Pyhtää.

• Public Transportation

  To reach Kaunissaari using public transportation, start at the Mariehamn bus station. Take a bus heading towards Eckerö. The bus ride will take about 30 minutes and costs around 5-10 euros. Upon reaching Eckerö, transfer to the ferry terminal to catch a ferry to the mainland of Finland. This ferry ride will take approximately 2 hours and costs around 20-30 euros. Once you arrive on the mainland, you will need to take a bus or taxi to Pyhtää, which is about 50 kilometers away. From Pyhtää, use local transport options or inquire about ferry services to Kaunissaari.

• Combination (Car and Ferry)

  For a combination of driving and ferry travel, drive from Mariehamn to Eckerö, which takes about 30 minutes. Park at the ferry terminal and take the ferry to the mainland, which takes around 2 hours. The ferry fare is approximately 20-30 euros. After reaching the mainland, drive or take a local bus to Pyhtää, which is about 50 kilometers away. Once in Pyhtää, look for local ferry services that can take you to Kaunissaari.