What is the cheapest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Tartu?

The cheapest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Tartu is to train which costs €17 - €26 and takes 6h 50m.

What is the fastest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Tartu?

The fastest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Tartu is to drive which takes 6h 48m and costs €65 - €100.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Petersburg and Tartu?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal and arriving at Tartu Bus station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 6h 50m.

Is there a direct train between Saint Petersburg and Tartu?

No, there is no direct train from Saint Petersburg to Tartu. However, there are services departing from Baltiysky Railway Terminal and arriving at Tartu via Koidula. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 50m.

How far is it from Saint Petersburg to Tartu?

The distance between Saint Petersburg and Tartu is 783 km. The road distance is 436.1 km.

How do I travel from Saint Petersburg to Tartu without a car?

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Tartu without a car is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs €15 - €50.

How long does it take to get from Saint Petersburg to Tartu?

The bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Tartu Bus station takes 6h 50m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Saint Petersburg to Tartu bus from?

Saint Petersburg to Tartu bus services, operated by Lux Express, depart from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal station.

Where do I catch the Saint Petersburg to Tartu train from?

Saint Petersburg to Tartu train services, operated by Russian Railways (Lastochka Trains), depart from Baltiysky Railway Terminal station.

Train or bus from Saint Petersburg to Tartu?

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Tartu is to bus which takes 6h 50m and costs €15 - €50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €17 - €26 and takes 6h 50m.

Where does the Saint Petersburg to Tartu bus arrive?

Saint Petersburg to Tartu bus services, operated by Lux Express, arrive at Tartu Bus station.

Where does the Saint Petersburg to Tartu train arrive?

Saint Petersburg to Tartu train services, operated by Russian Railways (Lastochka Trains), arrive at Pechory-Pskovskie station.

Can I drive from Saint Petersburg to Tartu?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Petersburg to Tartu is 436 km. It takes approximately 6h 48m to drive from Saint Petersburg to Tartu.

Where can I stay near Tartu?

There are 435+ hotels available in Tartu.

Saint Petersburg to Tartu - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 3 ways to get from Saint Petersburg to Tartu by bus, train, or car

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Bus
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1. Take the bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Tartu Bus stationbus
6h 50m
€15–50
Train
1. Take the train from Baltiysky Railway Terminal to Pechory-Pskovskietrain 831Я / ...
2. Take the train from Koidula to Tartutrain R46
6h 50m
€18–26
Drive 436.1 km
1. Drive from Saint Petersburg to Tartucar 436.1 km
6h 48m
€70–100

Saint Petersburg to Tartu by bus

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Distance: 783.1 km
Duration: 6h 50m

What companies run services between Saint Petersburg, Russia and Tartu, Estonia?

Lux Express operates a bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Tartu Bus station twice daily. Tickets cost €50–100 and the journey takes 6h 50m. Ecolines RU also services this route 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Baltiysky Railway Terminal to Tartu via Pechory-Pskovskie and Koidula in around 6h 50m.

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