How to get from Tallinn to Elva by bus?

From Tallinn to Elva by bus

To get from Tallinn to Elva in Estonia, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 121 bus from Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station) station to Mõigu station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 119 bus and finally take the 81 bus from Tartu Bussijaam station to Elva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 28 min. The bus schedule from Tallinn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elva on the Moovit app.

208min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 121121
Bus - 119119
Bus - 8181
Leaves from Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station)
    ID 21105-1
    180 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 121121
    Wait for bus
    121
    Balti Jaam (Train Station)
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mõigu
    ID 23152-1
    23 min
  • 4
    Bus - 119119
    Wait for bus
    119
    Tartu Bussijaam
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tartu Bussijaam
    ID 7820271-1
    137 min
  • 6
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Tõrva
  • 7
    Ride to bus station Elva
    Ride to bus station
    Elva
    ID 7800078-1
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Tallinn to Elva by bus via 120A, 119 and 81

To get from Tallinn to Elva in Estonia, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 120A bus from Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station) station to Mõigu station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 119 bus and finally take the 81 bus from Tartu Bussijaam station to Elva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 38 min. The bus schedule from Tallinn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elva on the Moovit app.

218min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 120A120A
Bus - 119119
Bus - 8181
Leaves from Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station)
    ID 21105-1
    180 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 120A120A
    Wait for bus
    120A
    Ehituse
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mõigu
    ID 23152-1
    23 min
  • 4
    Bus - 119119
    Wait for bus
    119
    Tartu Bussijaam
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tartu Bussijaam
    ID 7820271-1
    137 min
  • 6
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Tõrva
  • 7
    Ride to bus station Elva
    Ride to bus station
    Elva
    ID 7800078-1
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Tallinn to Elva

The distance between Tallinn, Estonia and Elva, Estonia is approximately 211.36 km, which can typically be travelled in 208 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Tallinn to Elva by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Estonia – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Tallinn to Elva

To check the bus schedule from Tallinn to Elva using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Tallinn) and destination (Elva), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus schedules.

Related Routes

Alternative route from Tallinn to Elva by bus via 120A, 119 and 81

To get from Tallinn to Elva in Estonia, you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 120A bus from Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station) station to Mõigu station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 119 bus and finally take the 81 bus from Tartu Bussijaam station to Elva station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 3 hr 38 min. The bus schedule from Tallinn may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Elva on the Moovit app.

218min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 120A120A
Bus - 119119
Bus - 8181
Leaves from Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station)

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station)
    ID 21105-1
    180 m • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - 120A120A
    Wait for bus
    120A
    Ehituse
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Mõigu
    ID 23152-1
    23 min
  • 4
    Bus - 119119
    Wait for bus
    119
    Tartu Bussijaam
  • 5
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Tartu Bussijaam
    ID 7820271-1
    137 min
  • 6
    Bus - 8181
    Wait for bus
    81
    Tõrva
  • 7
    Ride to bus station Elva
    Ride to bus station
    Elva
    ID 7800078-1
    35 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Tallinn to Elva?

    The fastest way takes 208 minutes, using Bus line 121, Bus line 119, Bus line 81.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Tallinn to Elva?

    The alternative route takes 218 minutes, using Bus line 120A, Bus line 119, Bus line 81.

  • Is there a direct bus between Tallinn and Elva?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 3 hr 28 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Tallinn to Elva?

    The 121 bus line goes from Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station) station near Tallinn in Tallinn to Balti Jaam (Train Station) station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Balti Jaam (Train Station) station near Elva in Estonia.

  • How long does it take to travel from Tallinn to Elva by bus?

    The total travel time between Tallinn in Tallinn and Elva in Estonia by bus is about 3 hr 28 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Tallinn to get to Elva?

    Get on the 121 bus from the Balti Jaam 1 (Train Station) stop near Tallinn in Tallinn.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Tallinn and Elva?

    Get off the bus at the Balti Jaam (Train Station) stop, which is closest to Elva in Estonia.

  • When is the first train from Tallinn to Elva?

    The first train from Tallinn in Tallinn to Elva in Estonia is Tallinn - Tartu/Valga. It leaves the Tallinn station at 9:10 AM.

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