The cheapest and fastest coaches from Tartu to Vilnius
Cheapest price
£23
Average price
£35
Fastest journey
10 h 25 m
Average duration
12 h 29 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
420 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tartu to Vilnius is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tartu to Vilnius will cost around £35 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £23.
Of the 5 buses that leave Tartu for Vilnius every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 420 km distance in an average of 12 h 29 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 10 h 25 m .
The slowest buses will take 14 h 10 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.










Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Tartu to Vilnius
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Tartu to Vilnius among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £27. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 8h 13m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £27, and a coach costs an average of £22.
Distance: 420 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£33 Average Price | £27 Average Price Cheapest |
9h 3m Average total duration 8h 33m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 43m Average total duration Fastest 8h 13m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Tartu to Vilnius bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tartu to Vilnius coaches for today, Friday 20 March. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
129|v2e>v124 · EL-20|v2e>v124 | 16:00 Tartu, Bussijaam | 12h55 | 04:55 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 1 change | |
119|v2e>v124 · EL-20|v2e>v124 | 17:00 Tartu, Bussijaam | 11h55 | 04:55 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 1 change | |
156/126|v2e>v124 · EL-20|v2e>v124 | 17:30 Tartu, Bussijaam | 11h25 | 04:55 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 1 change | |
| Saturday 21 March | |||||
![]() | 06:30 Tartu | 10h25 | 16:55 Vilnius | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 09:10 Tartu | 10h30 | 19:40 Vilnius | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why book with Omio vs Lux Express?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Lux Express, but also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Ecolines to find the best option for your trip from Tartu to Vilnius.
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- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can also compare tickets for the likes of FlixBus or Ecolines to find the best option for your trip from Tartu to Vilnius.
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tartu to Vilnius
Buses from Tartu to Vilnius run on average 15 times per day, taking around 8h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £22 if you book in advance.
There are 1 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 22:45. The fastest coach covers the 420 km distance in 9h 30m.
Distance 420 km |
Average bus duration 8h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Buses per day 15 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 9h 30m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 22:45 |
Bus providers: Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines from Tartu to VilniusYou can travel by bus between Tartu to Vilnius with Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines for as low as £22. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Tartu to Vilnius coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tartu to Vilnius 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 Vilnius, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- Lux Express
- Lux Express offers a half-price ticket fare for a travel companion if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- 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.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may 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.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tartu and Vilnius
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Vilnius (in the station)
- Lithuanian Bites (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1G, 2G, 3G, 53
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Sushi Express (in the station)
- Available outside the shopping center entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1G, 3G, 4G, 7, 43, 52
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