Car Hire in Pello Center

Pello is a small border town in northern Finland along the Torneälven River, opposite Swedish Junosuando. With 1 rental company in the center, you can pick up a car and explore Lapland along the river valley. The location on national road 21 makes Pello a natural stopping point on the way north.

The Torneälven River flowing past Pello marks the national border with Sweden and is a popular area for salmon fishing. Rovaniemi is approximately 130 km south along national road 21, approximately 1.5 hours' drive. During the midnight sun in summer, you can drive along the river valley without darkness – a unique experience.

Choose a car with good ground clearance if you plan to drive on gravel roads toward the mountains. Check the rental company's opening hours in advance as Pello is a small town. Can I drive to Sweden from Pello?

Yes, there is a bridge over the Torneälven to Junosuando in Sweden, but check that your car rental agreement allows driving abroad. How far is it from Pello to Rovaniemi? It is approximately 130 km and takes about 1.5 hours to drive south along national road 21.

Are the roads around Pello suitable for regular passenger cars? Main roads are asphalt, but many side roads toward nature are gravel roads. Winter tires are mandatory from November to March.

We compare prices from all major providers at Pello Center so you can see the total cost upfront — including insurance, fuel terms and any extras. Most bookings include free cancellation up to 48 hours before pickup, giving you flexibility if your plans change.