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State Hermitage Museum
Vast art museum in the Winter Palace and adjoining buildings, known for European masters, antiquities and lavish state rooms.
Cheapest price
£40
Average price
£40
Fastest journey
9 h
Average duration
9 h 23 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
269 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tartu 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 Tartu to Saint-Petersburg will cost around £40 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £40.
Of the 2 buses that leave Tartu for Saint-Petersburg every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 269 km distance in an average of 9 h 23 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h .
The slowest buses will take 9 h 45 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.




The table below shows live departures for Tartu to Saint-Petersburg coaches for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:30 Tartu | 9h00 | 20:30 Saint-Petersburg | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:15 Tartu | 20h30 | 14:45 Saint-Petersburg | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:15 Tartu | 9h45 | 7:00 Saint-Petersburg | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Tartu to Saint-Petersburg run on average 3 times per day, taking around 8h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £50 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 08:05, the last at 08:05. The fastest coach covers the 269 km distance in 8h 25m.
Distance 269 km |
Average bus duration 8h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price £50 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 8h 25m |
First bus 8:05 |
Last bus 8:05 |
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Discover the best of Saint-Petersburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Saint-Petersburg trip today.
Vast art museum in the Winter Palace and adjoining buildings, known for European masters, antiquities and lavish state rooms.
Leading Russian art museum with icons, portraits and paintings that trace the country’s artistic history in a grand palace setting.
Fabergé works and decorative arts displayed in the restored Shuvalov Palace, with richly decorated interiors worth seeing in their own right.
The city’s main avenue, lined with historic buildings, shops and landmarks, and ideal for understanding central Saint Petersburg on foot.
Formal palace square framed by major imperial buildings, central to the city’s history and a natural starting point for sightseeing.
Leafy summer garden with fountains, sculptures and shaded paths, offering a calm break near the city centre.
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 is a traditional soup with pickled cucumbers, barley and usually beef or kidneys. Its sour-salty taste is strongly associated with Russian home cooking.
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.
Refined Russian cuisine in a grand period interior with strong caviar, fish and traditional dishes. Suitable for a classic fine-dining experience.
Historic Soviet-style doughnut café famous for fresh pyshki and simple drinks. Casual, nostalgic and one of the city’s best-known snack stops.
Popular Georgian restaurant known for khachapuri, khinkali and lively interiors. Reliable for generous portions and an upbeat atmosphere.
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.
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.
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Rybinskaya St / Obvodniy channel -> Nevsky Prospekt
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tartu 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.

Most Tartu to Saint-Petersburg buses use the Tartu, Bussijaam to Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) station pair. Use this guide to compare Tartu and Saint-Petersburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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