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Five ways to Travel from Jelgava to Tartu

Composite routes from Jelgava to Tartu

Cheapest
4 h 3 min
Car
287 km.
from $15
Other
4 h 3 min
Rideshare
287 km.
from $10.92
5 h 55 min
262 km.
from $20.04
5 h 30 min
262 km.
from $39.02
5 h 41 min
262 km.
from $28.46

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Riga, Bus Station to Tartu,
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.41–$35.57

Lux Express

Phone:
+372 6800 909
Email:
Website:
luxexpress.eu/en
Bus from Riia to Tartu
Ave. Duration:
4h
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.97–$38.11

SIA "Tukuma auto"

Website:
tukumaauto.lv/
Bus from Jelgavas AO to Rīgas
Ave. Duration:
55 min
Frequency:
Every 20 minutes
Estimated price:
$0.83–$3.18

Train operators

Lithuanian Railways (LG)

Phone:
(+370) 700 55111
Email:
Website:
ltglink.lt/
Train from Jelgava to Elva
Ave. Duration:
4h 16m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$19.06–$36.84
Train from Jelgava to Valga
Ave. Duration:
3h 21m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$16.51–$29.22

Elron

Phone:
+ 372 616 0245
Email:
Website:
elron.ee/
Train from Valga to Tartu
Ave. Duration:
1h 20m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.22–$10.16

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Jelgava to Tartu is to bus via Riga which costs $11.96 - $35.87 and takes 5h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Jelgava to Tartu is to drive which takes 4h 4m and costs $51.09 - $76.09 .

Is there a direct bus between Jelgava and Tartu?

No, there is no direct bus from Jelgava to Tartu station. However, there are services departing from Jelgavas AO and arriving at Tartu, Bus Station via Riga, Bus Station. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Jelgava and Tartu?

No, there is no direct train from Jelgava to Tartu. However, there are services departing from Jelgava and arriving at Tartu via Valga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 41m.

How far is it from Jelgava to Tartu?

The distance between Jelgava and Tartu is 297 km. The road distance is 287.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Jelgava to Tartu without a car is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $17.39 - $33.70 .

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

It takes approximately 5h 27m to get from Jelgava to Tartu, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Jelgava to Tartu bus from?

Jelgava to Tartu bus services, operated by SIA "Tukuma auto", depart from Jelgavas AO station.

Where do I catch the Jelgava to Tartu train from?

Jelgava to Tartu train services, operated by Lithuanian Railways (LG), depart from Jelgava station.

Train or bus from Jelgava to Tartu?

The best way to get from Jelgava to Tartu is to train which takes 5h 27m and costs $17.39 - $33.70 . Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $21.74 - $33.70 and takes 5h 30m.

Where does the Jelgava to Tartu bus arrive?

Jelgava to Tartu bus services, operated by SIA "Tukuma auto", arrive at Rīgas SAO station.

Where does the Jelgava to Tartu train arrive?

Jelgava to Tartu train services, operated by Lithuanian Railways (LG), arrive at Valga station.

Can I drive from Jelgava to Tartu?

Yes, the driving distance between Jelgava to Tartu is 287 km. It takes approximately 4h 4m to drive from Jelgava to Tartu.

Where can I stay near Tartu?

There are 366+ hotels available in Tartu. Prices start at $31.80 per night.
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