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

The cheapest way to get from Tartu to Rapla is to bus which costs €8 - €12 and takes 2h 42m.

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

The fastest way to get from Tartu to Rapla is to drive which takes 2h 13m and costs €23 - €35.

Is there a direct bus between Tartu and Rapla?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tartu bussijaam and arriving at Tutimäe. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 42m.

Is there a direct train between Tartu and Rapla?

No, there is no direct train from Tartu to Rapla. However, there are services departing from Aardla and arriving at Rapla via Tallinn. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 3h 46m.

How far is it from Tartu to Rapla?

The distance between Tartu and Rapla is 170 km. The road distance is 149.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Tartu to Rapla without a car is to bus which takes 2h 42m and costs €8 - €12.

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

The bus from Tartu bussijaam to Tutimäe takes 2h 42m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Tartu to Rapla bus from?

Tartu to Rapla bus services, operated by MK Reis-X OÜ, depart from Tartu bussijaam station.

Where do I catch the Tartu to Rapla train from?

Tartu to Rapla train services, operated by Elron, depart from Aardla station.

Train or bus from Tartu to Rapla?

The best way to get from Tartu to Rapla is to bus which takes 2h 42m and costs €8 - €12. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €13 - €23 and takes 3h 46m.

Where does the Tartu to Rapla bus arrive?

Tartu to Rapla bus services, operated by MK Reis-X OÜ, arrive at Tutimäe station.

Where does the Tartu to Rapla train arrive?

Tartu to Rapla train services, operated by Elron, arrive at Tallinn station.

Can I drive from Tartu to Rapla?

Yes, the driving distance between Tartu to Rapla is 150 km. It takes approximately 2h 13m to drive from Tartu to Rapla.

Where can I stay near Rapla?

There are 33+ hotels available in Rapla.

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

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

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

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Tartu bussijaam to Tutimäebus 153
2h 42m
€8–12
Train
1. Take the train from Aardla to Tallinntrain E35 / ...
2. Take the train from Tallinn to Raplatrain R21 / ...
3h 46m
€13–23
Drive 149.9 km
1. Drive from Tartu to Raplacar 149.9 km
2h 13m
€24–34
Taxi
1. Take the taxi from Tartu to Raplataxi 149.9 km
2h 13m
€110–140
Bus via Laeva
1. Take the bus from Tartu bussijaam to Laevabus 619 / ...
2. Take the bus from Laeva to Rapla bussijaambus 104
4h 9m
€13–18

Tartu to Rapla by bus

14Weekly Buses

2h 42mAverage Duration

€8Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 170.1 km
Duration: 2h 42m

What companies run services between Tartu, Estonia and Rapla, Estonia?

MK Reis-X OÜ operates a bus from Tartu bussijaam to Tutimäe twice daily. Tickets cost €8–12 and the journey takes 2h 42m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Aardla to Rapla via Tallinn in around 3h 46m.

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