How much is the train ticket from Vilnius to Tartu?

The cheapest train tickets from Vilnius to Tartu start from R 638. The average price for this train route is around R 654. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Vilnius to Tartu?

The average train journey time from Vilnius to Tartu is 8h 46m, covering a distance of 427 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways .

Which train operators serve the Vilnius to Tartu route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vilnius to Tartu?

The earliest train from Vilnius to Tartu departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 07:05.

Train Vilnius to Tartu from R 584

Next train departures

Next departures from Vilnius to Tartu on 14 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	07:04	Vilnius	8h 8m	15:12	Tartu Train Station	CheapestFastest

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 4:37 PM EET.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Vilnius to Tartu

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Tartu. The journey takes about 8 hours 15 minutes and with fares starting at just R 564, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

2bus per day

8h 15mAverage duration

420 kmDistance

10kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 564 - R 564	Average duration8h 15m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 638 - R 751	Average duration8h 46m	CO₂ emissions 10kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vilnius and Tartu?

Vilnius

A
Vilnius Bus Station
Geležinkelio g. 16, Vilnius 03211, Lithuania
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B
Savanoriu prospektas
Vilnius, Vilnius, Savanoriu prospektas, Vilnius 03128, Lithuania
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C
Studentu st.
Vilnius, Vilnius North (Studentu st.), Vilnius 08106, Lithuania
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Tartu

A
Tartu bussijaam
Soola 4, 51013 Tartu, Estonia
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Train Companies

Lithuanian Railways

5/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi4

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Lithuanian Railways ticket prices on this trip start at R 638

EE train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, Lithuanian Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vilnius to Tartu by train

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 train ticket from Vilnius to Tartu?
The cheapest train tickets from Vilnius to Tartu start from R 638. The average price for this train route is around R 654. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vilnius to Tartu?
The average train journey time from Vilnius to Tartu is 8h 46m, covering a distance of 427 km. The quickest train can get you there in 8h 15m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators serve the Vilnius to Tartu route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 1 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vilnius to Tartu?
The earliest train from Vilnius to Tartu departs at 06:15. And the latest train departs at 07:05.

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The cheapest trip from Vilnius to Tartu was searched and found on 14 Dec 2025 with a price of R 584

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

You can expect to pay from R 584 to R 679 for a train ticket from Vilnius to Tartu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 584, which is on 2025-12-14.