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Compare train and bus for Tallinn to Viljandi
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tallinn to Viljandi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €20 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 54m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €20, while a bus costs an average of €20.
Distance: 80 miles (129 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
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€20 Average price Cheapest | €26 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 54m Average total duration Fastest 3h 24m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 48m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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Tickets start at around €20 compared to roughly €26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €7. The journey takes 3h 24m versus 1h 48m 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.
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.
Travel optionsfrom Tallinn to Viljandi
How to get from Tallinn to Viljandi by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Tallinn to Viljandi is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
214|v1e>v6e · 146|v1e>v6e12:00 PM4h00Tallinn, Bussijaam4:00 PMViljandi, Coach Station€201One-way1 transfer
Cheapest
214|v1e>v6e · 146|v1e>v6e12:00 PM4h00Tallinn, Bussijaam4:00 PMViljandi, Coach Station€201One-way1 transfer
Fastest
121/156|v1e>v772e · 146|v1e>v772e7:35 AM3h39Tallinn, Tallinna Lennujaam (Linnade park)11:14 AMLeie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie€221One-way1 transfer
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221|v1e>v6e · 145|v1e>v6e9:30 AM4h30Tallinn, Bussijaam2:00 PMViljandi, Coach Station€201One-way1 transfer
211|v1e>v6e · 146|v1e>v6e11:00 AM5h00Tallinn, Bussijaam4:00 PMViljandi, Coach Station€201One-way1 transfer
221|v1e>v772e · 145|v1e>v772e9:30 AM4h42Tallinn, Bussijaam2:12 PMTänassilma, Kalmetu€211One-way1 transfer
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FAQs: Travel from Tallinn to Viljandi
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- Around 24 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Tallinn and Viljandi as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Tallinn, Bussijaam and arrive in Viljandi, Coach Station.
- Travel with Lux Express to go to Viljandi by bus.
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