Pärnu to Viljandi bus with Lux Express

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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Pärnu to Viljandi

Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 05 Sept

Cheapest price on 05 Sept

£6

Average ticket price on 05 Sept

£7

Fastest journey on 05 Sept

1 h 17 m

Average journey duration on 05 Sept

1 h 18 m

Buses on 05 Sept

40

Distance

64 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Pärnu to Viljandi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

The average ticket from Pärnu to Viljandi will cost around £7 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £6.

Fast coaches

On Sat 05 Sept, we found 40 buses from Pärnu to Viljandi, including 40 direct services.

These direct buses cover the 64 km distance in an average of 1 h 18 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 17 m .

The slowest buses will take 1 h 19 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.

  • Lux Express145|v5e>v6e
    7:451h24
    Pärnu, Bus Station
    9:09Viljandi, Vabaduse plats
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Lux Express145|v5e>v6e
    7:501h19
    Pärnu, Papiniidu
    9:09Viljandi, Vabaduse plats
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Lux Express146|v5e>v6e
    10:001h30
    Pärnu, Bus Station
    11:30Viljandi, Coach Station
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Lux Express146|v5e>v6e
    10:001h22
    Pärnu, Bus Station
    11:22Viljandi, Vabaduse plats
    £61One-way
    0 changes
  • Lux Express146|v5e>v6e
    10:051h17
    Pärnu, Papiniidu
    11:22Viljandi, Vabaduse plats
    £61One-way
    0 changes

Travel Information

Compare coach for Pärnu to Viljandi

Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Pärnu to Viljandi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £7 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 1h 58m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, while a coach costs an average of £7.

Distance: 64 km

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Driving

£7

Average Price

Cheapest

£14

Average Price

(fuel + tolls)

1h 58m

Average total duration

Fastest

1h 28m

Onboard

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30m

Additional time*

1h 12m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Lux Express

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Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Pärnu to Viljandi is a coach with an average price of £7.
The fastest way to travel from Pärnu to Viljandi is by coach with an average journey time of 1h 28m.
Yes, you can take a coach between Pärnu and Viljandi.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around £7 compared to roughly £14 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 1h 28m versus 1h 12m 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.

Direct services are operated by Lux Express, Go Bus AS, Atko Bussiliinid AS, Lux Express.

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.

Live departures

Pärnu to Viljandi bus times

The table below shows live departures for Pärnu to Viljandi coaches for tomorrow, Saturday 5 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.

Last updated at
ProviderDepartsDurationArrivesChanges
Tickets
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e7:45 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h24
9:09 Viljandi, Vabaduse plats0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e7:45 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h30
9:15 Viljandi, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e7:45 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h54
9:39 Leie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e7:45 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h42
9:27 Tänassilma, Kalmetu0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e7:50 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h19
9:09 Viljandi, Vabaduse plats0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e7:50 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h25
9:15 Viljandi, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e7:50 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h37
9:27 Tänassilma, Kalmetu0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e7:50 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h49
9:39 Leie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v6e10:00 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h22
11:22 Viljandi, Vabaduse plats0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v6e10:00 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h30
11:30 Viljandi, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v772e10:00 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h54
11:54 Leie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v772e10:00 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h42
11:42 Tänassilma, Kalmetu0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v6e10:05 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h17
11:22 Viljandi, Vabaduse plats0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v772e10:05 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h37
11:42 Tänassilma, Kalmetu0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v6e10:05 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h25
11:30 Viljandi, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v772e10:05 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h49
11:54 Leie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e12:30 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h54
14:24 Leie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e12:30 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h24
13:54 Viljandi, Vabaduse plats0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e12:30 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h30
14:00 Viljandi, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e12:30 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h42
14:12 Tänassilma, Kalmetu0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e12:35 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h37
14:12 Tänassilma, Kalmetu0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e12:35 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h49
14:24 Leie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e12:35 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h19
13:54 Viljandi, Vabaduse plats0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e12:35 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h25
14:00 Viljandi, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v6e14:30 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h22
15:52 Viljandi, Vabaduse plats0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v6e14:30 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h30
16:00 Viljandi, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v772e14:30 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h42
16:12 Tänassilma, Kalmetu0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v772e14:30 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h54
16:24 Leie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v772e14:35 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h49
16:24 Leie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v6e14:35 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h25
16:00 Viljandi, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v6e14:35 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h17
15:52 Viljandi, Vabaduse plats0 changesdirect
Lux Express146|v5e>v772e14:35 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h37
16:12 Tänassilma, Kalmetu0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e17:00 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h24
18:24 Viljandi, Vabaduse plats0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e17:00 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h54
18:54 Leie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e17:00 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h42
18:42 Tänassilma, Kalmetu0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e17:00 Pärnu, Bus Station
1h30
18:30 Viljandi, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e17:05 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h19
18:24 Viljandi, Vabaduse plats0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e17:05 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h37
18:42 Tänassilma, Kalmetu0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v6e17:05 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h25
18:30 Viljandi, Coach Station0 changesdirect
Lux Express145|v5e>v772e17:05 Pärnu, Papiniidu
1h49
18:54 Leie, Tartu–Viljandi–Kilingi-Nõmme / Kolga-Jaani-Leie0 changesdirect

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Why should you book Pärnu to Viljandi coaches with Omio?

Lux Express as well as Go Bus AS, SEBE, Peatus Estonia, Atko Bussiliinid AS and more offer coaches services from Pärnu to Viljandi.
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Journey information

Overview: Bus from Pärnu to Viljandi

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Buses from Pärnu to Viljandi run on average 23 times per day, taking around 1h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £5 if you book in advance.

There are 23 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 07:45, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 64 km distance in 1h 17m.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
64 km
Average bus duration
1h 28m
Cheapest ticket price
£5
Buses per day
23
Direct buses
23
Fastest bus
1h 17m
First bus
7:45
Last bus
20:00
Cheapest Month
Aug
Cheapest Day
Tue
High Season
Jul - Sept
Low Season
Oct - Dec
Busiest Day
Thu
Least Busy Day
Fri
Best time to book
14 days
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Bus providers: Lux Express, Go Bus AS, SEBE, Peatus Estonia, Atko Bussiliinid AS, Tartu Bussikeskus from Pärnu to ViljandiYou can travel by bus between Pärnu to Viljandi with Lux Express, Go Bus AS, SEBE, Peatus Estonia, Atko Bussiliinid AS, Tartu Bussikeskus for as low as £5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey

Lux Express

About
Lux Express, established in 1994 and branded in 2008, is a leading intercity bus operator headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia. It has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, with a fleet of over 100 buses. Lux Express operates in the Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania), Poland, Finland, and Russia, connecting capitals and key hubs from Tallinn to Warsaw and St. Petersburg to Helsinki. The company prides itself on offering a comfortable travel experience with amenities such as reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, charging points, media screens, and restrooms. Lux Express is known for its on-time services and commitment to passenger comfort and safety.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lux Express Duration
1h 17m
Cheapest Lux Express Price
£5
Luggage included
To receive a booking code for a half-price ticket for a travel companion, you must email Lux Express prior to booking if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
Additional luggage
One piece of hand luggage weighing no more than 5 kg and not exceeding 45 × 35 × 20 cm, and one piece of luggage weighing no more than 23 kg and not exceeding 70 × 30 × 55 cm, are included free of charge.
Luggage storage
Passengers are allowed to take more than one permitted piece of luggage if there is enough space and the coach crew agrees.
Refund
If a trip is canceled by Lux Express, the customer will be offered another departure, or a full refund will be issued within 14 days if no suitable alternative is found.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but it is recommended to consult with a doctor before traveling.
Unaccompagned minor
On international routes, unaccompanied minors can travel from the age of 12 years old, provided they have parental consent and contact details.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat numbers can be selected without an additional fee for Standard and Comfort class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Lux Express offers a half-price ticket fare for a travel companion if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed if a bicycle ticket is purchased, and they must be properly packaged in a protective case by the passenger prior to boarding.
Pets
Pets are allowed on Estonian and Latvian domestic routes with a separate pet ticket purchased at a 40% discount, guaranteeing a separate seat for the pet and its transport cage or bag.
Entertaiment on board

Go Bus AS

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Go Bus AS Duration
1h 20m
Cheapest Go Bus AS Price
£3
Go Bus AS frequency
1 a day

SEBE

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average SEBE Duration
2h 17m
SEBE frequency
1 a day

Peatus Estonia

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Peatus Estonia Duration
2h 38m
Peatus Estonia frequency
1 a day

Atko Bussiliinid AS

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Atko Bussiliinid AS Duration
2h 13m
Atko Bussiliinid AS frequency
1 a day

Tartu Bussikeskus

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Tartu Bussikeskus Duration
1h 53m
Tartu Bussikeskus frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Pärnu to Viljandi coach

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Pärnu to Viljandi by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Viljandi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

FAQs
Cheap coach tickets from Pärnu to Viljandi can start from as little as £5 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Pärnu to Viljandi is £7; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Pärnu to Viljandi is 1h 17m to travel the 64 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Pärnu to Viljandi leaves at 7:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Pärnu to Viljandi leaves at 20:00.
Yes, there are 23 direct coaches a day from Pärnu to Viljandi with Lux Express, Go Bus AS, Atko Bussiliinid AS, Lux Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Pärnu to Viljandi, you can count on Lux Express, Go Bus AS, SEBE, Peatus Estonia, Atko Bussiliinid AS, Lux Express, Tartu Bussikeskus for the best way to get you to Viljandi. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Pärnu and Viljandi and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
A day trip to Viljandi from Pärnu is worth doing with a journey time of 1h 17m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Pärnu to Viljandi is August.
Yes, you can take a coach between Pärnu and Viljandi.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Pärnu to Viljandi:
  • Lux Express
    • Lux Express offers a half-price ticket fare for a travel companion if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Pärnu to Viljandi for coach company Lux Express.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Lux Express.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Pärnu to Viljandi.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Pärnu to Viljandi:
  • Lux Express
    • To receive a booking code for a half-price ticket for a travel companion, you must email Lux Express prior to booking if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Pärnu to Viljandi:
  • Lux Express
    • One piece of hand luggage weighing no more than 5 kg and not exceeding 45 × 35 × 20 cm, and one piece of luggage weighing no more than 23 kg and not exceeding 70 × 30 × 55 cm, are included free of charge.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Pärnu to Viljandi. The following conditions apply:
  • Lux Express
    • Pets are allowed on Estonian and Latvian domestic routes with a separate pet ticket purchased at a 40% discount, guaranteeing a separate seat for the pet and its transport cage or bag.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Pärnu to Viljandi with the following coach company: Lux Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Pärnu to Viljandi with the following coach company: Lux Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Pärnu to Viljandi with the following coach company: Lux Express.

popular bus stations

Important Stations and Airports in Pärnu and Viljandi

Most Pärnu to Viljandi buses use the Pärnu, Bussijaam to Viljandi, Vabaduse plats station pair, with some services arriving at Viljandi, Coach Station. Use this guide to compare Pärnu and Viljandi bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.

Departure bus stations in Pärnu
Arrival bus stations in Viljandi
Pärnu, Bussijaam
City-centre transport

Getting to Pärnu, Bussijaam from Pärnu city centre

Bus40, 38 · 1m · £6 · every ~5 min
Pärnu, PapiniiduPapiniidu tn, Pärnu, Pärnu maakond, EstoniaWifiParkingATMTaxisAccessibilityWCShowerTicket Office
City-centre transport

Getting to Pärnu, Papiniidu from Pärnu city centre

Pärnu, Papiniidu is 3 km from Pärnu city centre. Public transport options include:

Bus14, 15, 16, 20A, 25, 1A-Ii, 1A-I, 17, 21, 1, 28 · 14m · £6 · every ~25 min
Kaubamajakas · 20m

Pärnu, Papiniidu bus station facilities and services

Pärnu, Papiniidu has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.

Wi-Fi and ATMs

Wi-Fi is available at Pärnu, Papiniidu. ATMs are available at Pärnu, Papiniidu.

Tickets and information

Ticket office support is available at Pärnu, Papiniidu.

Parking, taxis and toilets

Available at Pärnu, Papiniidu: Parking, Taxis, WC.

Accessibility

Accessibility facilities are available at Pärnu, Papiniidu: Accessible for passengers with disabilities.

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