The average train between Rapla and Tartu takes 3h 37m and the fastest train takes 3h 18m. The train service runs several times per day from Rapla to Tartu. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 4 times a day between Rapla and Tartu. The earliest departure is at 7:27 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Rapla is at 4:25 PM which arrives into Tartu at 8:26 PM. All services require a transfer, and take on average 3h 37m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.

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No, there is no direct train from Rapla to Tartu. However, there are services departing from Rapla station and arriving at Tartu station via Tallinn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 37m.
Rapla to Tartu train services, operated by Elron, depart from Rapla station.
Rapla to Tartu train services, operated by Elron, arrive at Aardla station.
The distance between Rapla and Tartu is 130.6 km. The road distance is 243 km.
You can take a train from Rapla to Aardla via Tallinn in around 4h 21m.