What is the cheapest way to get from Sortavala to Tartu?

The cheapest way to get from Sortavala to Tartu is to train which costs €28 - €50 and takes 12h 14m.

What is the fastest way to get from Sortavala to Tartu?

The fastest way to get from Sortavala to Tartu is to drive which takes 10h 42m and costs €100 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Sortavala and Tartu?

No, there is no direct bus from Sortavala to Tartu station. However, there are services departing from Sortavala and arriving at Tartu Bus station via Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 12h 40m.

How far is it from Sortavala to Tartu?

The distance between Sortavala and Tartu is 716 km. The road distance is 696.1 km.

How do I travel from Sortavala to Tartu without a car?

The best way to get from Sortavala to Tartu without a car is to bus which takes 12h 40m and costs €60 - €110.

How long does it take to get from Sortavala to Tartu?

It takes approximately 12h 14m to get from Sortavala to Tartu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Sortavala to Tartu bus from?

Sortavala to Tartu bus services, operated by Sov Avto, depart from Sortavala station.

Train or bus from Sortavala to Tartu?

The best way to get from Sortavala to Tartu is to train which takes 12h 14m and costs €28 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €60 - €110 and takes 12h 40m.

Where does the Sortavala to Tartu bus arrive?

Sortavala to Tartu bus services, operated by Sov Avto, arrive at Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal station.

Can I drive from Sortavala to Tartu?

Yes, the driving distance between Sortavala to Tartu is 696 km. It takes approximately 10h 42m to drive from Sortavala to Tartu.

Where can I stay near Tartu?

There are 401+ hotels available in Tartu.

Sortavala to Tartu - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Sortavala to Tartu by train, bus, or car

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

Train
best
1. Take the train from Sortavala Center to Finlyandsky Railway Terminaltrain
2. Take the train from Baltiysky Railway Terminal to Pechory-Pskovskietrain
3. Take the train from Koidula to Tartutrain R46
12h 14m
€28–46
Bus
1. Take the bus from Sortavala to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminalbus 9248
2. Take the bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Tartu Bus stationbus
12h 40m
€60–105
Drive 696.1 km
1. Drive from Sortavala to Tartucar 696.1 km
10h 42m
€109–158
Bus via Sortavala
1. Take the bus from Sortavala to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Tartu Bus stationbus
13h
€57–102
Bus via Sillamäe
1. Take the bus from Sortavala to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminalbus
2. Take the bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Sillamäe bussijaambus
3. Take the bus from Sillamäe bussijaam to Tartu bussijaambus 805 / ...
13h 33m
€56–99

Questions & Answers

Map of how to get from Sortavala to Tartu.

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Distance: 716 km
Duration: 12h 14m

What companies run services between Sortavala, Russia and Tartu, Estonia?

You can take a train from Sortavala Center to Tartu via Finlyandsky Railway Terminal, Ploshchad Lenina, Baltiyskaya, Baltiysky Railway Terminal, Pechory-Pskovskie, and Koidula in around 12h 14m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Sortavala to Tartu Bus station via Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal in around 12h 40m.

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