The average train between Viljandi and Rakvere takes 4h 20m and the fastest train takes 4h 6m. The train service runs several times per day from Viljandi to Rakvere. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 5 times a day between Viljandi and Rakvere. The earliest departure is at 7:08 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Viljandi is at 8:03 PM which arrives into Rakvere at 12:10 AM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 4h 20m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Viljandi to Rakvere. However, there are services departing from Viljandi station and arriving at Rakvere station via Tallinn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 20m.
Viljandi to Rakvere train services, operated by Elron, depart from Viljandi station.
Viljandi to Rakvere train services, operated by Elron, arrive at Rakvere station.
The distance between Viljandi and Rakvere is 117.8 km. The road distance is 250 km.
You can take a train from Viljandi to Rakvere via Tallinn in around 4h 28m.