Rent a Car in Downtown Lycksele

Lycksele is Lapland's southernmost city and with 2 rental companies in the city center you can easily rent a car to explore the interior of Västerbotten. The city on the Ume River is known for Lycksele Zoo – Europe's northernmost – and as a starting point for mountain trips. Highway 92 and 363 meet here and provide access to wilderness in all directions.

Lycksele Zoo is just 2 km from the city center and is reached in 5 minutes by car. Storuman with its beautiful lake is 120 km west via highway 92, approximately 1.5 hours' drive. Drive highway 363 north toward Arvidsjaur for one of Lapland's most scenic routes with elk-rich forests.

Always fill up with a full tank in Lycksele – gas stations are sparse heading west toward the mountains. Plan a stop at Sorsele, 80 km northwest, for canoe rental along the Vindelälven river. How far is it from Lycksele to Umeå by car?

Umeå is approximately 120 km south via highway 363 and E12, about 1.5 hours' drive. Can I rent a car in Lycksele and return it in Umeå? It depends on the rental company.

Contact them directly to ask about one-way rental and any additional costs. Are the roads to the mountains passable with a regular car? Yes in summer, but in winter, an AWD or 4WD car with winter tires is strongly recommended for driving toward Hemavan and Tärnaby.

We compare prices from all major providers at Lycksele 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.