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

The cheapest way to get from Istanbul to Tallinn is to fly which costs €85 - €220 and takes 6h 41m.

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

The fastest way to get from Istanbul to Tallinn is to fly which takes 6h 41m and costs €85 - €220.

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 2082 km. The road distance is 2669.5 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 €150 - €210.

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

It takes approximately 6h 41m 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.

Bus or fly from Istanbul to Tallinn?

The best way to get from Istanbul to Tallinn is to fly which takes 6h 41m and costs €85 - €220. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €150 - €210 and takes 2 days 1h.

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 12:52 PM in Istanbul and 11:52 AM in Tallinn.

Can I drive from Istanbul to Tallinn?

Yes, the driving distance between Istanbul to Tallinn is 2670 km. It takes approximately 36h 48m to drive from Istanbul to Tallinn.

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

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Where can I stay near Tallinn?

There are 1120+ hotels available in Tallinn.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Istanbul to Tallinn by plane, bus, 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.

Fly to Lennart Meri International Airport
best
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL)plane IST - TLL
6h 41m
€86–220
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Dvirtsevyi Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Dvirtsevyi Bus Station to Kaunas Central bus stationbus
3. Take the train from Kaisiadorys to Tallinntrain 889
2d
€154–209
Drive 2,669.5 km
1. Drive from Istanbul to Tallinncar 2,669.5 km
36h 48m
€414–598
Fly to Helsinki Airport, ferry
1. Fly from Istanbul (IST) to Helsinki Airport (HEL)plane IST - HEL
2. Take the ferry from Helsinki to Tallinnferry
10h 30m
€98–371
Bus
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Dvirtsevyi Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Dvirtsevyi Bus Station to Riga Central Bus Stationbus
3. Take the bus from Riia to Tallinna bussijaambus
2d 1h
€153–201
Bus via Zhytomyr
1. Take the bus from İstanbul Esenler bus station to Zhytomyr Bus Stationbus Gns-04 / ...
2. Take the bus from Zhytomyr to Tallinn, Harbour Terminal Dbus
2d 9h
€149–188
Bus via Chișinău
1. Take the bus from Istanbul to Chisnau Southbus
2. Take the bus from Chisinau, Gara Feroviara to Tallinnbus
2d 23h

Istanbul to Tallinn by bus

7Weekly Buses

2d 9hAverage Duration

€149Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 2,082.2 km
Duration: 6h 41m

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

Turkish Airlines, Air Baltic, and two other airlines fly from Istanbul (IST) to Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL) 5 times a day. Alternatively, 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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