How to get from Saku to Viljandi by bus?

From Saku to Viljandi by bus

To get from Saku to Viljandi you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 117A bus from Õlletehase station to Järve station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 221 bus and finally take the 145 bus from Pärnu Bussijaam station to Vabaduse Plats station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 6 min. The bus schedule from Saku may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Viljandi on the Moovit app.

306min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 117A117A
Bus - 221221
Bus - 145145
Walk to Viljandi
Leaves from Õlletehase

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Õlletehase
    ID 23256-1
    570 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 117A117A
    Wait for bus
    117A
    Viru
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Järve
    ID 06801-1
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Virve
    ID 06802-1
    330 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 221221
    Wait for bus
    221
    Pärnu Bussijaam
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pärnu Bussijaam
    ID 6700741-1
    107 min
  • 7
    Bus - 145145
    Wait for bus
    145
    Tartu Bussijaam
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vabaduse Plats
    ID 8401024-1
    84 min
  • 9
    Walk to Viljandi
    Walk to
    Viljandi
    420 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Alternative route from Saku to Viljandi by bus via 177, 221 and 145

To get from Saku to Viljandi you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 177 bus from Õlletehase station to Järve station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 221 bus and finally take the 145 bus from Pärnu Bussijaam station to Vabaduse Plats station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 51 min. The bus schedule from Saku may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Viljandi on the Moovit app.

351min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 177177
Bus - 221221
Bus - 145145
Walk to Viljandi
Leaves from Õlletehase

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Õlletehase
    ID 23256-1
    570 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 177177
    Wait for bus
    177
    Viru
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Järve
    ID 06801-1
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Virve
    ID 06802-1
    330 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 221221
    Wait for bus
    221
    Pärnu Bussijaam
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pärnu Bussijaam
    ID 6700741-1
    107 min
  • 7
    Bus - 145145
    Wait for bus
    145
    Tartu Bussijaam
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vabaduse Plats
    ID 8401024-1
    84 min
  • 9
    Walk to Viljandi
    Walk to
    Viljandi
    420 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Saku to Viljandi

The distance between Saku and Viljandi is approximately 223.31 km, which can typically be travelled in 306 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Saku to Viljandi by bus, so no matter how you choose to travel in Viljandi – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus schedule from Saku to Viljandi

To check the bus schedule from Saku to Viljandi using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Saku) and destination (Viljandi), 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 Saku to Viljandi by bus via 177, 221 and 145

To get from Saku to Viljandi you’ll need to take 3 bus lines: take the 177 bus from Õlletehase station to Järve station. Next, you’ll have to switch to the 221 bus and finally take the 145 bus from Pärnu Bussijaam station to Vabaduse Plats station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 5 hr 51 min. The bus schedule from Saku may change. We recommend you check the updated bus schedule to Viljandi on the Moovit app.

351min
Walk to bus station
Bus - 177177
Bus - 221221
Bus - 145145
Walk to Viljandi
Leaves from Õlletehase

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Õlletehase
    ID 23256-1
    570 m • 8 min
  • 2
    Bus - 177177
    Wait for bus
    177
    Viru
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Järve
    ID 06801-1
    15 min
  • 4
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Virve
    ID 06802-1
    330 m • 5 min
  • 5
    Bus - 221221
    Wait for bus
    221
    Pärnu Bussijaam
  • 6
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Pärnu Bussijaam
    ID 6700741-1
    107 min
  • 7
    Bus - 145145
    Wait for bus
    145
    Tartu Bussijaam
  • 8
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    Vabaduse Plats
    ID 8401024-1
    84 min
  • 9
    Walk to Viljandi
    Walk to
    Viljandi
    420 m • 6 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic

Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Saku to Viljandi?

    The fastest way takes 306 minutes, using Bus line 117A, Bus line 221, Bus line 145.

  • What is the alternative route to get from Saku to Viljandi?

    The alternative route takes 351 minutes, using Bus line 177, Bus line 221, Bus line 145.

  • Is there a direct bus between Saku and Viljandi?

    No, you’ll have to take 3 bus lines in total. The total travelling time is 5 hr 6 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Saku to Viljandi?

    The 117A bus line goes from Õlletehase station near Saku in Saku to Järve station. From there you’ll have to take one bus line till Järve station near Viljandi.

  • How long does it take to travel from Saku to Viljandi by bus?

    The total travel time between Saku and Viljandi by bus is about 5 hr 6 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Saku to get to Viljandi?

    Get on the 117A bus from the Õlletehase stop near Saku in Saku.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Saku and Viljandi?

    Get off the bus at the Järve stop, which is closest to Viljandi.

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