Railway repairs and timetable changes in 2026
In 2026, reconstruction and electrification of the railway between Tapa–Tartu and Tapa–Narva will continue. Large-scale works will also take place on the Tartu–Valga, Tartu–Koidula and Kohila–Rapla railway sections.
The most extensive construction works will be carried out on the Tapa–Narva section. The infrastructure manager, AS Eesti Raudtee, is reconstructing and electrifying the line to enable the introduction of new Škoda electric trains on the Tallinn–Narva route in the future.
In the southwestern direction (Tallinn–Rapla/Türi/Viljandi), the infrastructure manager AS Edelaraudtee will carry out major reconstruction works between Rapla and Kohila stations.
Elron will provide timely information about partial or full bus replacement services on its website and via the media. Temporary traffic arrangements will affect train departure and arrival times, so passengers are advised to check schedules before travelling.
- The timetables will next change on 9 August due to infrastructure works.
Repairs confirmed by infrastructure owners in 2025
| Period | Location | Affected routes and lines |
|---|---|---|
| 06.04 - 30.06 | Night-time reconstruction works on the Tapa–Narva section | Tapa - Narva |
| 06.04 - 30.06 | Night-time reconstruction works on the Elva–Valga section | Tallinn - Tartu - Valga |
| 16.06 - 13.08 | Tuesdays and Wednesdays the Elva–Valga section is closed | Tartu - Valga/Riia/Vilnius |
| 11.08 - 12.08 | Püssi – Narva section is closed | Tapa - Narva |
| 18.08 - 19.08 | Püssi – Narva section is closed | Tapa - Narva |
| 25.08 - 26.08 | Jõhvi – Narva section is closed | Tapa - Narva |
Evening train services replaced by busses Elva–Valga section from April 6 to June 30th
6 April – 30 June night-time reconstruction works will take place on the Elva–Valga railway section. As a result, the last daily services on the Tallinn–Valga and Valga–Tallinn lines will be replaced by buses on the Elva–Valga section.
- Between Elva and Valga, services 118 (at 20:37–21:57 Tartu–Valga) and 119 (at 18:40–20:01 Valga–Tartu) will be operated by bus instead of train from 6 April to 30 June.
Replacement bus route between Elva – Valga
ELVA – Bus stop “Elva” near the railway station
PALUPERA – Bus stop “Palupera” (on Rõngu–Otepää–Kanepi highway)
PUKA – Bus stop “Puka” near the railway station
MÄGISTE – Bus stop “Mägiste” (on Võru–Kuigatsi–Tõrva highway)
KEENI – Bus stop “Raudtee” (on Õru–Keeni–Sikstina highway)
SANGASTE – Bus stop “Tsirguliina” (on Valga highway)
VALGA – Bus stop “Valga” near the railway station
Infrastructure Works on the Elva–Valga Line to Affect Train Traffic on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 16 June to 13 August
Starting from 16 June, infrastructure works will take place on the Elva–Valga railway line. As a result, train traffic on this section will be temporarily suspended every Tuesday and Wednesday until 13 August, except during the Midsummer week.
For domestic travel within Estonia, Elron will operate replacement buses between Elva and Valga. Tickets for international journeys will not be sold on these days.
Changes to international services
- On Mondays, the Riga–Tartu–Tallinn train will operate, but the Tallinn–Tartu–Riga direct train will not run.
- On Thursdays, the Tallinn–Tartu–Riga train will operate, but the Riga–Tartu–Tallinn direct train will not run.
- The Tallinn–Riga–Vilnius connection via transfer in Valga will operate as usual, except on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.
Passengers are advised to check the latest timetable information using Elron’s journey planner before travelling.
Timetable changes are available at https://elron.ee/soiduinfo/soiduplaanid. Additional information about the works is available from Estonian Railways Ltd.