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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 13 Oct
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£37
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£37
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
9 h 30 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
9 h 30 m
Buses on 13 Oct
1
Distance
318 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg will cost around £37 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £37.
Fast coaches
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 1 buses from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg, including 1 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 318 km distance in an average of 9 h 30 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 30 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.
3:309h30Tallinn13:00Saint-Petersburg£371One-way0 changes
- 3:309h30Tallinn13:00Saint-Petersburg£371One-way0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg
Estonia
Russia
Buses from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg run on average 4 times per day, taking around 7h 39m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £40 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 318 km distance in 6h 30m.
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 318 km |
Average bus duration 7h 39m |
Cheapest ticket price £40 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 6h 30m |
First bus 6:00 |
Last bus 20:00 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
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
Live departures
Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 14:30 Tallinn | 7h30 | 22:00 Saint-Petersburg | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 15:00 Tallinn | 7h30 | 22:30 Saint-Petersburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| 19:00 Tallinn | 12h00 | 7:00 Saint-Petersburg | 0 changesdirect | |
 | 21:00 Tallinn | 16h05 | 13:05 Saint-Petersburg | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
| 3:30 Tallinn | 9h30 | 13:00 Saint-Petersburg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg coaches with Omio?
Lux Express operates all coaches services from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg.
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Bus providers: Lux Express from Tallinn to Saint-PetersburgYou can travel by bus between Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg with Lux Express for as low as £40. 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
6h 30m
Cheapest Lux Express Price
£40
Lux Express frequency
4 a day
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
Complete guide to Saint-Petersburg
Things to do in Saint-Petersburg
Discover the best of Saint-Petersburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Saint-Petersburg trip today.
- Must visit
State Russian Museum
Leading Russian art museum with icons, portraits and paintings that trace the country’s artistic history in a grand palace setting.
- Recommended
Fabergé Museum
Fabergé works and decorative arts displayed in the restored Shuvalov Palace, with richly decorated interiors worth seeing in their own right.
- Must visit
Nevsky Prospekt
The city’s main avenue, lined with historic buildings, shops and landmarks, and ideal for understanding central Saint Petersburg on foot.
- Must visit
Palace Square
Formal palace square framed by major imperial buildings, central to the city’s history and a natural starting point for sightseeing.
- Recommended
Summer Garden
Leafy summer garden with fountains, sculptures and shaded paths, offering a calm break near the city centre.
- Vegetarian
Pyshki
Pyshki are Saint Petersburg’s classic ring doughnuts, fried and dusted with sugar. They are a nostalgic local staple, usually eaten hot with coffee.
Rassolnik
Rassolnik is a traditional soup with pickled cucumbers, barley and usually beef or kidneys. Its sour-salty taste is strongly associated with Russian home cooking.
- Gluten-free
Solyanka
Solyanka is a rich, tangy soup made with mixed meats, pickles, olives and lemon. It is a long-standing Russian favourite often found on Saint Petersburg menus.
Tsar
Refined Russian cuisine in a grand period interior with strong caviar, fish and traditional dishes. Suitable for a classic fine-dining experience.
Pyshechnaya
Historic Soviet-style doughnut café famous for fresh pyshki and simple drinks. Casual, nostalgic and one of the city’s best-known snack stops.
Khachapuri i Vino
Popular Georgian restaurant known for khachapuri, khinkali and lively interiors. Reliable for generous portions and an upbeat atmosphere.
Russian rouble (₽)
Moderate for a major city. Meals and metro are fairly cheap, while central hotels and top restaurants cost more than in many Russian regional destinations.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- ₽500-900 for fast food or casual cafés.
- Mid-range
- ₽1,200-2,500 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- ₽3,500+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- ₽180-350 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. Leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés, and round up or add 5-10% for taxis if service is good.
Podorozhnik
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 81 ₽
- Day pass
- /public_transport.day_pass_price
To the city centre
Rybinskaya St / Obvodniy channel -> Nevsky Prospekt
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Bank cards and contactless payment work on all metro turnstiles and throughout the city’s surface transport via validators.
- A reliable official day pass could not be verified from current operator sources; use a Podorozhnik ticket or contactless payment instead.
FAQs: Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg 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 Saint-Petersburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg can start from as little as £40 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg is £46; 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 Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg is 6h 30m to travel the 318 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 Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg leaves at 6:00. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg leaves at 20:00.
Yes, there are 1 direct coaches a day from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg with Lux Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg, you can count on Lux Express for the best way to get you to Saint-Petersburg. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Tallinn and Saint-Petersburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Tallinn, Bussijaam, which is located around 1 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)), located 2 away from the city centre.
Yes, you can take a coach between Tallinn and Saint-Petersburg.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg for coach company Lux Express.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg:
- 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, 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 Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg:
- 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 Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg:
- 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 Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg. 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 Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg with the following coach company: Lux Express
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg with the following coach company: Lux Express.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg with the following coach company: Lux Express.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tallinn and Saint-Petersburg
Most Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg buses use the Tallinn, Bussijaam to Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) station pair. Use this guide to compare Tallinn and Saint-Petersburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Tallinn
Arrival bus stations in Saint-Petersburg
Which Tallinn station do buses to Saint-Petersburg leave from?
Buses from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg leave from Tallinn, Bussijaam. The station is 2 km from Tallinn city centre at Lastekodu 46, 10144 Tallinn, Estonia.
Tallinn, BussijaamLastekodu 46, 10144 Tallinn, Estonia
City-centre transport
Getting to Tallinn, Bussijaam from Tallinn city centre
Tallinn, Bussijaam is 1 km from Tallinn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus121 · 5m · £2 · every ~3 min
171, 101, 103 · 12m · £6 · every ~6 min
Tram2, 4 · 7m · £2 · every ~45 min
Tallinn, Bussijaam bus station facilities and services
Tallinn, Bussijaam has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station), Coffee Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tallinn, Bussijaam.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tallinn, Bussijaam: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tallinn, Bussijaam: Elevators, ramps.
Which Saint-Petersburg station do buses from Tallinn arrive at?
Buses from Tallinn to Saint-Petersburg arrive at Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)). Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) is 3 km from Saint-Petersburg city centre.
Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2))Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 191119
City-centre transport
Getting to Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) from Saint-Petersburg city centre
Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) is 2 km from Saint-Petersburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus3 · 26m · £0.89 · every ~4 min
Subway5 · 12m · £0.89 · every ~42 min
Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) bus station facilities and services
Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes on site.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)): Wheelchair accessible entrances and restrooms.
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