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Compare train and bus for Tartu to Tallinn
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tartu to Tallinn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of CHF 13 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 46m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of CHF 13, while a bus costs an average of CHF 13.
Distance: 101 miles (163 km)
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Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
CHF 13 Average price Cheapest | CHF 30 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 46m Average total duration Fastest 2h 16m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 8m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
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Tickets start at around CHF 13 compared to roughly CHF 30 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about CHF 17. The journey takes 2h 16m versus 2h 8m 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 Tartu to Tallinn
How to get from Tartu to Tallinn by train, bus or flight.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Tartu to Tallinn is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
- 255/164|v2e>v1e
1:36 PM 2h05 Tartu, Ilmatsalu 3:41 PM Tallinn, Mõigu CHF 12 1 One-way 0 transfers
Cheapest
- 255/164|v2e>v1e
1:36 PM 2h05 Tartu, Ilmatsalu 3:41 PM Tallinn, Mõigu CHF 12 1 One-way 0 transfers
Fastest
- 255/164|v2e>v1e
1:36 PM 2h05 Tartu, Ilmatsalu 3:41 PM Tallinn, Mõigu CHF 12 1 One-way 0 transfers
Other options
- 157/166|v2e>v1e
9:36 AM 2h05 Tartu, Ilmatsalu 11:41 AM Tallinn, Mõigu CHF 12 1 One-way 0 transfers - 129|v2e>v1e
1:05 PM 2h07 Tartu, Näitused 3:12 PM Tallinn, Mõigu CHF 12 1 One-way 0 transfers - 129|v2e>v1e
12:05 PM 2h07 Tartu, Näitused 2:12 PM Tallinn, Mõigu CHF 12 1 One-way 0 transfers
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- Around 151 buses per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Tartu and Tallinn as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.
- Buses mostly depart from Tartu, Bussijaam and arrive in Tallinn, Bussijaam.
- Travel with Lux Express to go to Tallinn by bus.
- 151 direct buses per day with Lux Express.
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