What is the cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Tallinn?

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Tallinn is to bus via Zhytomyr which costs €150 - €200 and takes 2 days 9h.

What is the fastest way to get from Istanbul to Tallinn?

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Tallinn is to bus and fly which takes 7h 1m and costs €100 - €340.

Is there a direct bus between Istanbul and Tallinn?

No, there is no direct bus from Istanbul station to Tallinn. However, there are services departing from İstanbul Esenler bus station and arriving at Tallinna bussijaam via Dvirtsevyi Bus Station and Riia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 2 days 1h.

How far is it from Istanbul to Tallinn?

The distance between Istanbul and Tallinn is 2086 km. The road distance is 2658.7 km.

How do I travel from Istanbul to Tallinn without a car?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Tallinn without a car is to bus and train which takes 2 days 0h and costs €120 - €210.

How long does it take to get from Istanbul to Tallinn?

It takes approximately 7h 1m to get from Istanbul to Tallinn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Istanbul to Tallinn bus from?

Istanbul to Tallinn bus services, operated by Gunsel, depart from İstanbul Esenler bus station.

Where does the Istanbul to Tallinn bus arrive?

Istanbul to Tallinn bus services, operated by Gunsel, arrive at Zhytomyr Bus Station.

What is the time difference between Istanbul and Tallinn?

Tallinn is 1h behind Istanbul. It is currently 8:31 AM in Istanbul and 7:31 AM in Tallinn.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Tallinn?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Tallinn is 2659 km. It takes approximately 37h 15m to drive from Istanbul to Tallinn.

How do I get a bus ticket from Istanbul to Tallinn?

Book your Istanbul to Tallinn bus tickets online with Omio.

Where can I stay near Tallinn?

There are 1138+ hotels available in Tallinn.

Istanbul to Tallinn - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, car, and ferry

There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul to Tallinn by bus, plane, train, car, or ferry

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus, fly to Lennart Meri International Airport
best
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL)IST - TLL
7h 1m
€104–336
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Dvirtsevyi Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Dvirtsevyi Bus Station to Kaunas Central bus station
3. Take the train from Kaisiadorys to Tallinn215
2d
€128–202
Drive 2,658.7 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Tallinn2,658.7 km
37h 15m
€414–599
Bus, fly to Helsinki Airport, ferry
1. Take the bus from Istanbul Otogari to Istanbul Airport Bus
2. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)IST - HEL
3. Take the ferry from Helsinki to Tallinn
10h 48m
€140–485
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Dvirtsevyi Bus Station
2. Take the bus from Dvirtsevyi Bus Station to Riga Central Bus Station
3. Take the bus from Riia to Tallinna bussijaam
2d 1h
€158–204
Bus via Zhytomyr
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Zhytomyr Bus StationGns-04 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zhytomyr to Tallinn, Harbour Terminal D
2d 9h
€156–191
Bus via Chișinău
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Chisnau South
2. Take the bus from Chisinau, Gara Feroviara to Tallinn
2d 23h

Istanbul to Tallinn by bus

7Weekly Buses

2d 9hAverage Duration

€156Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 2,085.6 km
Duration: 7h 1m

What companies run services between Istanbul, Turkey and Tallinn, Estonia?

You can take a bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Tallinna bussijaam via Dvirtsevyi Bus Station and Riia in around 2d 1h.

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