How much is the bus ticket from Helsinki to Tallinn?

The cheapest bus tickets from Helsinki to Tallinn start at R 809. The average price for this route is around R 878. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Helsinki to Tallinn?

The average bus journey time from Helsinki to Tallinn is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 98 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Helsinki to Tallinn route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 60 buses available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Helsinki to Tallinn?

The earliest bus departs from Helsinki to Tallinn at 05:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Helsinki to Tallinn?

A bus trip from Helsinki to Tallinn produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Bus Helsinki to Tallinn from R 740 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Helsinki to Tallinn on 5 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	7h	13:40	Bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	10:30	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	2h	12:30	Reisiterminal D	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Kampin metroasema	6h 20m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	08:55	Kampin metroasema	4h 45m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	10:15	Kampin metroasema	6h 25m	16:40	Bussijaam	No tags

Next departures from Helsinki to Tallinn on 6 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	7h	13:40	Bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	07:30	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	2h	09:30	Reisiterminal D	Fastest
Bus	06:15	Kampin metroasema	4h 25m	10:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	07:20	Kampin metroasema	6h 20m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	08:55	Kampin metroasema	4h 45m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags

Next departures from Helsinki to Tallinn on 7 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	7h	13:40	Bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	07:30	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	2h	09:30	Reisiterminal D	Fastest
Bus	05:45	Kampin metroasema	4h 55m	10:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	06:15	Kampin metroasema	4h 25m	10:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	07:20	Kampin metroasema	6h 20m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags

Next departures from Helsinki to Tallinn on 8 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	7h	13:40	Bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	07:30	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	2h	09:30	Reisiterminal D	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Kampin metroasema	6h 20m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	08:55	Kampin metroasema	4h 45m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	10:15	Kampin metroasema	6h 25m	16:40	Bussijaam	No tags

Next departures from Helsinki to Tallinn on 9 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	7h	13:40	Bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	07:30	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	2h	09:30	Reisiterminal D	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Kampin metroasema	6h 20m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	08:55	Kampin metroasema	4h 45m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	10:15	Kampin metroasema	6h 25m	16:40	Bussijaam	No tags

Next departures from Helsinki to Tallinn on 10 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	7h	13:40	Bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	07:30	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	2h	09:30	Reisiterminal D	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Kampin metroasema	6h 20m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	08:55	Kampin metroasema	4h 45m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	10:15	Kampin metroasema	6h 25m	16:40	Bussijaam	No tags

Next departures from Helsinki to Tallinn on 11 January
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:40	Helsinki-Vantaa Airport	7h	13:40	Bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	07:30	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	2h	09:30	Reisiterminal D	Fastest
Bus	07:20	Kampin metroasema	6h 20m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	08:55	Kampin metroasema	4h 45m	13:40	Bussijaam	No tags
Bus	10:15	Kampin metroasema	6h 25m	16:40	Bussijaam	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 4:30 AM EET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Helsinki to Tallinn

We recommend taking the ferry

Among the sustainable travel choices, the ferry stands out as a good way to reach Tallinn. The journey takes about 2 hours and with fares starting at just R 265, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

5ferry per day

2hAverage duration

81 kmDistance

18kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 809 - R 2 109	Average duration4h 25m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Ferry	Average priceR 265 - R 3 205	Average duration2h	CO₂ emissions 18kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Helsinki and Tallinn?

Stops in Helsinki

A
Rautatieasema Jarnvags Station
Kaivokatu 1, 00101 Helsinki, Finland
B
Skatuddens Terminal
Skatuddens Terminal, 00160 Helsinki, Finland

Stops in Tallinn

A
Reisiterminal D
Lootsi 13, 10151 Tallinn, Estonia
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B
Bussijaam
Lastekodu 46, 10144 Tallinn, Estonia
Visit page
C
Tallinn
Reisiterminal, Tallinn, Estonia

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/511 913 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

WiFi2.7

Based on 11913 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi-Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at R 809

EE bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, ALSA, Intercape, Sindbad, Ecolines, Infobus

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Helsinki to Tallinn by bus

Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Helsinki to Tallinn?
The cheapest bus tickets from Helsinki to Tallinn start at R 809. The average price for this route is around R 878. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Helsinki to Tallinn?
The average bus journey time from Helsinki to Tallinn is 4h 25m, covering a distance of 98 km. The fastest bus gets you there in 2h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Helsinki to Tallinn route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 60 buses available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Helsinki to Tallinn?
The earliest bus departs from Helsinki to Tallinn at 05:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Helsinki to Tallinn?
A bus trip from Helsinki to Tallinn produces an estimated 2 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and Busbud’s recommended way to travel.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

03/01

R 754

04/01

R 754

Today

R 753

06/01

R 753

07/01

R 754

08/01

R 753

09/01

R 754

10/01

R 754

The cheapest trip from Helsinki to Tallinn was searched and found on 05 Jan 2026 with a price of R 753

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Helsinki to Tallinn as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from R 753 to R 2 034 for a bus ticket from Helsinki to Tallinn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 753, which is on 2026-01-06.