Narva train station is the easternmost railway station in Estonia. It is located in the city of Narva, very close to the border with Russia. Currently, the station serves trains to Tallinn. The journey from Tallinn to Narva by express train takes 2 and a half hours, while the slow train covers the route in 3 hours.
The station was opened in 1870 along with the construction of the Sankt Petersburg – Paldiski railway line, officially opened on 5 November 1870 – when trains from Tallinn and Tosno met at Narva station. The first station building was destroyed in 1919 during the Estonian War of Independence. The second station building was constructed in 1922 – the wooden building was designed according to standard project for class II stations. The building was demolished during World War II. After World War II, the current neoclassical station building was constructed.
The neglected building was recently renovated.
Narva train station is located about one kilometer from the city centre and road border crossing. Walk from the station to the Narva castle takes 10-20 minutes.
Bus station is situated next to the railway station.
There are no direct trains from Tartu to Narva. You can travel by train with transfer, but much better option is to travel by bus.
Platforms are covered.
Narva train station – useful websites
Elron – journey planner and online shop
Train travel in Estonia – a comprehensive guide
Trains from Tallinn to Russia were operated by Go Rail in cooperation with Russian Railways. These trains were ceased after Russia invaded Ukraine in 2022.
Narva train station – facilities
– hot drinks vending machine
– toilet (coin slot – often broken)
– no luggage lockers
– bus stop
– taxi rank close to the station
Narva is a city located in northeastern Estonia, on the banks of the Narva River, which serves as the natural border with Russia. It is the third-largest city in Estonia. One of the most notable historical landmarks is the Narva Castle, also known as Hermann Castle. Built by the Danes in the 13th century, it stands opposite the Ivangorod Fortress in Russia, symbolizing the centuries-old strategic rivalry. The city was heavily damaged during World War II, and much of its original medieval architecture was destroyed.
