TRAVELLING TO PÄRNU

 

Pärnu is located approximately 130 km southwest of Tallinn. The journey between the two cities is simple and well connected throughout the year. The most common and practical option is travelling by bus, but it is also easy to reach Pärnu by car or private transfer.

 

By bus — the best and most popular option

Bus connections between Tallinn and Pärnu are frequent, comfortable, and reliable. Multiple operators run direct services every day, including Lux Express, FlixBus, GoBus, and Ecolines.

  • Typical travel time: 1 hour 30 minutes to 2 hours
  • Most buses depart from: Tallinn Bus Station (Tallinna Bussijaam)
  • Arrival point in Pärnu: Pärnu Bus Station, located near the city centre

Bus services operate very frequently throughout the day, often several times per hour during peak periods.

Recommended operator: Lux Express

Lux Express is widely considered the most comfortable option for travelling between Tallinn and Pärnu.

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By car or rental car from Tallinn to Pärnu

Driving from Tallinn to Pärnu is straightforward and convenient.

  • Typical driving time: approximately 1 hour 45 minutes to 2 hours depending on traffic
  • The route mainly follows: E67 / Via Baltica highway

The road quality is generally good and the route is easy to navigate. During summer weekends traffic can become heavier, especially near Pärnu.

Rental cars are available at:

  • Tallinn Airport
  • Tallinn city centre
  • Major international rental companies

 

By car or rental car from Riga to Pärnu

Driving from Riga to Pärnu is straightforward and comfortable. The route follows the Via Baltica / E67 highway, which connects the Baltic capitals and major cities.

  • Typical driving time: approximately 2.5–3 hours depending on traffic and border-area roadworks
  • Distance: approximately 180 km
  • The route mainly follows: A1 / E67 highway in Latvia, E67 / Via Baltica in Estonia

The road quality is generally good and the journey is easy to navigate. The Latvia–Estonia border is open with no regular border controls, as both countries are part of the Schengen Area.

Rental cars are available at:

  • Riga International Airport
  • Riga city centre
  • Major international rental companies