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Estonian National Museum
Estonia’s flagship museum, with major exhibitions on Estonian culture, history, and everyday life in a striking modern building at Raadi.
Cheapest price
$14
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
2 h 27 m
Average duration
2 h 41 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
139 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Narva to Tartu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Narva to Tartu will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $14.
Of the 5 buses that leave Narva for Tartu on Tue, Jun 09, 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, Jun 09 the direct buses cover the 139 km distance in an average of 2 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 27 m .
On Tue, Jun 09 the slowest buses will take 2 h 52 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Narva to Tartu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $12. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 2h 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $12, and a train costs an average of $27.
Distance: 86 miles (139 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $27 Average price | $37 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 14m Average total duration Fastest 2h 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 57m Average total duration 8h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Narva to Tartu:
A bus is $12 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Narva to Tartu costing on average $27 (€22).
Other travel options to Tartu take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 27m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€13) compared to roughly $37 (€30) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $21 (€17). The journey takes 2h 44m versus 2h 19m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Lux Express, FlixBus, Baltic Shuttle, Lux Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 05:10AM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 07:10AM | Arrival Time 09:52AM | Duration 2h42 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:42AM | Duration 2h42 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 10:42AM | Duration 2h37 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 10:52AM | Duration 2h42 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:10AM | Arrival Time 12:52PM | Duration 2h42 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 12:45PM | Arrival Time 03:12PM | Duration 2h27 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:22PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:45PM | Arrival Time 06:20PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
The table below shows live departures for Narva to Tartu buses for today, Monday, June 8. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
175|v3e>v2e | 10:00 AM Narva, Vaivara / Vaksali (Bus Station) | 2h52 | 12:52 PM Tartu, Vene (Majandusteaduskond) | 0 transfersDirect | |
175|v3e>v2e | 10:00 AM Narva, Vaivara / Vaksali (Bus Station) | 3h00 | 1:00 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
175|v3e>v2e | 10:05 AM Narva, Fama Keskus | 2h47 | 12:52 PM Tartu, Vene (Majandusteaduskond) | 0 transfersDirect | |
175|v3e>v2e | 10:05 AM Narva, Fama Keskus | 2h55 | 1:00 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
175|v3e>v2e | 10:10 AM Narva, Tempo | 2h50 | 1:00 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
175|v3e>v2e | 10:10 AM Narva, Tempo | 2h42 | 12:52 PM Tartu, Vene (Majandusteaduskond) | 0 transfersDirect | |
915/25|v3e>v2e | 3:30 PM Narva, Peterburi maantee (Piiripunkt) | 2h50 | 6:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
915/25|v3e>v2e | 3:30 PM Narva, Peterburi maantee (Piiripunkt) | 2h42 | 6:12 PM Tartu, Vene (Majandusteaduskond) | 0 transfersDirect | |
915/25|v3e>v2e | 3:40 PM Narva, Vaivara / Vaksali (Bus Station) | 2h32 | 6:12 PM Tartu, Vene (Majandusteaduskond) | 0 transfersDirect | |
915/25|v3e>v2e | 3:40 PM Narva, Vaivara / Vaksali (Bus Station) | 2h40 | 6:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
915/25|v3e>v2e | 3:45 PM Narva, Tempo | 2h35 | 6:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
915/25|v3e>v2e | 3:45 PM Narva, Tempo | 2h27 | 6:12 PM Tartu, Vene (Majandusteaduskond) | 0 transfersDirect | |
380|v3e>v2e | 5:30 PM Narva, Vaivara / Vaksali (Bus Station) | 2h52 | 8:22 PM Tartu, Vene (Majandusteaduskond) | 0 transfersDirect | |
380|v3e>v2e | 5:30 PM Narva, Vaivara / Vaksali (Bus Station) | 3h00 | 8:30 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
380|v3e>v2e | 5:35 PM Narva, Fama Keskus | 2h47 | 8:22 PM Tartu, Vene (Majandusteaduskond) | 0 transfersDirect | |
380|v3e>v2e | 5:35 PM Narva, Fama Keskus | 2h55 | 8:30 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
380|v3e>v2e | 5:40 PM Narva, Tempo | 2h50 | 8:30 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
380|v3e>v2e | 5:40 PM Narva, Tempo | 2h42 | 8:22 PM Tartu, Vene (Majandusteaduskond) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, June 9 | |||||
![]() | 5:10 AM Narva | 2h40 | 7:50 AM Tartu | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Narva to Tartu run on average 19 times per day, taking around 2h 44m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $12 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 19 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 86 miles (139 km) distance in 2h 27m.
Distance 86 miles (139 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 44m |
Cheapest ticket price $12 (€10) |
Buses per day 19 |
Direct buses 19 |
Fastest bus 2h 27m |
First bus 4:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Discover the best of Tartu — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Tartu trip today.
Estonia’s flagship museum, with major exhibitions on Estonian culture, history, and everyday life in a striking modern building at Raadi.
A hands-on science center with interactive exhibits, a planetarium, and family-friendly displays, popular with visitors seeking an engaging indoor attraction.
The city’s main art museum, known for Estonian modern and contemporary art and its famously leaning historic building on Town Hall Square.
Tartu’s central square, surrounded by historic buildings and lively year-round, making it the natural starting point for exploring the city.
A hilltop park with ruins, bridges, monuments, and walking paths, offering one of the most atmospheric and photogenic areas in Tartu.
A pleasant walking area along the river with views, seating, and easy access to central attractions, especially popular in warmer months.
A traditional Estonian dish of sauerkraut slowly cooked with barley and pork, especially common in southern Estonia and valued as hearty farmhouse food.
A classic Estonian flour blend made from roasted grains and peas, often mixed with kefir or sour milk for a simple local dessert or snack.
A popular Estonian curd snack coated in chocolate, widely eaten across the country and loved for its sweet, creamy taste.
A refined contemporary restaurant in Tartu known for polished Nordic-influenced cooking, tasting menus, and an elegant atmosphere.
An established fine dining venue in the Old Town, known for seasonal cuisine, classic service, and a romantic historic setting.
A lively and popular casual restaurant celebrated for modern comfort food, creative pizzas, and a fashionable social atmosphere.
Moderate by Baltic standards. Student-friendly options keep daily costs reasonable, while hotels and upscale dining cost more in peak periods.
Service is usually included or prices reflect full cost. Tipping is not required, but rounding up or leaving 5-10% for very good restaurant service is appreciated. Taxis can be rounded up.
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