How to get from Helsinki to Tallinn
- 101 km as the crow flies
- 10 bus departures a day with FlixBus
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
At a glance
Fastest
2h 40m
direct
Bus
€12
Calculated by Routavio, refreshed 25 Sept 2026
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Helsinki to Tallinn. The most useful door-to-door route takes 2h 40m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 101 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
101 km
Helsinki to Tallinn: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Helsinki → Tallinnbus
FlixBus·2h 40m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Helsinki to Tallinn
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
October 2026
€78Departures from Helsinki to Tallinn
FlixBus runs 10 scheduled departures a day, the first at 11:55 and the last at 22:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 10 | 11:55 | 22:30 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
Omio last refreshed these on Sat, Sep 26
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Helsinki to Tallinn works
Start with a FlixBus bus from Helsinki to Tallinn, about 2h 40m. In total it's roughly €12 over 2h 40m, direct, no transfers.
Helsinki to Tallinn: common questions
How long does it take to get from Helsinki to Tallinn?
The most useful route takes about 2h 40m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Helsinki to Tallinn?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 11:55 and the last at 22:30, according to the published timetable.
How many bus departures a day are there from Helsinki to Tallinn?
10 a day with FlixBus, between 11:55 and 22:30.
How far is Tallinn from Helsinki?
About 101 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Helsinki to Tallinn cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €12. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Helsinki to Tallinn?
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
Can you get from Helsinki to Tallinn without flying?
Yes. A ground route by ferry takes about 2h.
What is the cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Tallinn?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
Where to next
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Sources and method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables, and prices are the most recent observation, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 25 Sep 2026