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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
$44
Average price
$53
Fastest journey
10 h 35 m
Average duration
10 h 53 m
Buses per day
14
Distance
420 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vilnius to Tartu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilnius to Tartu will cost around $53 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $44.
It's difficult to get from Vilnius to Tartu without transferring at least once.
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EL-20|v124>v2e · 121/156|v124>v2eOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vilnius to Tartu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $32. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 53m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $32, and a bus costs an average of $30.
Distance: 260 miles (420 km)
Most popular Bus | Train |
|---|---|
$44 Average price | $32 Average price Cheapest |
9h 20m Average total duration 8h 50m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 23m Average total duration Fastest 7h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Vilnius to Tartu:
A train is $12 (€10) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Vilnius to Tartu costing on average $44 (€36).
Other travel options to Tartu take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 50m.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 04:40AM | Arrival Time 03:20PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $47 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:00PM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25PM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:15AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 10h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $30 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 10:25PM | Duration 12h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 12:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $34 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 12h25 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 11h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $28 |
The table below shows live departures for Vilnius to Tartu buses for today, Thursday, June 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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EL-20|v124>v2e · 121/156|v124>v2e | 10:30 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 11h30 | 10:00 AM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
EL-20|v124>v2e · 145|v124>v2e | 10:30 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 12h00 | 10:30 AM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
EL-20|v124>v2e · 915/25|v124>v2e | 10:30 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 12h25 | 10:55 AM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
EL-20|v124>v2e · 145|v124>v2e | 10:45 PM Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 11h45 | 10:30 AM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
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949|v124>v2e · 25/175|v124>v2e | 6:30 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 10h50 | 5:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
949|v124>v2e · 129|v124>v2e | 6:30 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 13h00 | 7:30 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
949|v124>v2e · 25/175|v124>v2e | 6:40 AM Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 10h40 | 5:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
EL-20|v124>v2e · 152|v124>v2e | 9:00 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 13h00 | 10:00 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
EL-20|v124>v2e · 145|v124>v2e | 9:00 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 10h50 | 7:50 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
EL-20|v124>v2e · 129|v124>v2e | 9:00 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 12h25 | 9:25 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
EL-20|v124>v2e · 145|v124>v2e | 9:15 AM Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 10h35 | 7:50 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
949|v124>v2e · 129|v124>v2e | 10:20 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 12h05 | 10:25 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Vilnius to Tartu run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 50m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $30 (€24) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 22:45. The fastest bus covers the 260 miles (420 km) distance in 10h 40m.
Distance 260 miles (420 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 50m |
Cheapest ticket price $30 (€24) |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 10h 40m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 10:45 PM |
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Best time to book 7 days |
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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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