4.9
4.6
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kaunas to Tartu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £38 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 12h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £38, while a coach costs an average of £38.
Distance: 424 km
Most popular Coach | Driving |
|---|---|
£38 Average Price Cheapest | £74 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 52m Average total duration Fastest 12h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 34m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Compare the available ways to get from Kaunas to Tartu, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.
Tickets start at around £38 compared to roughly £74 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £36. The journey takes 12h 22m versus 6h 34m 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.
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.
How to get to Tartu from Kaunas by train, bus, flight or ferry.
The best way to travel from Kaunas to Tartu is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
|
| ||||||||||||
|
| ||||||||||||
|
| ||||||||||||
|
| ||||||||||||
Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .
Compare train and coach prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
The most popular day trips by train from Tartu are Tallinn, Viljandi, Jõgeva, Rakvere and Pärnu. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your train from Tartu on Omio.
Tallinn is Estonia’s capital, best known for its well-preserved medieval Old Town and Baltic seaside setting. Historic towers and cobbled lanes sit alongside creative districts and a modern culture shaped by design and technology.
Pärnu is Estonia’s best-known seaside resort, prized for its sandy beach, spas and relaxed summer mood. A compact centre of historic villas, parks and cafés gives it an easy-going character by the Baltic Sea.
Travel to Tartu easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Kaunas to Tartu.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kaunas and Tartu as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
Here are some other resources that might have the information you need
We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.
