Tartu ↔ Luhamaa transfer with ArtSanTaxi
A private transfer from Tartu to the Luhamaa ↔ Shumilkino border crossing and back. A sedan costs 110 EUR, a minivan 150 EUR, the distance is 110 km and the drive takes 1 hour 15 minutes. The price is fixed per car and does not depend on the number of passengers.
Send us the date, time and pickup address in Tartu on WhatsApp or Telegram, and we will reply right away and confirm the fixed price.
Nearby routes: Tartu ↔ Koidula, Tartu ↔ Pskov, Tallinn ↔ Luhamaa and Riga ↔ Luhamaa. Opening hours and crossing rules are described in detail in the article Luhamaa ↔ Shumilkino border crossing.
Why travel from Tartu via Luhamaa
Tartu is the second largest city in Estonia and one of the closest to the Russian border. It has a railway station, a bus station and an airport, so many travellers arrive in Tartu and continue to the border from here by taxi or a Tartu ↔ Luhamaa transfer. Luhamaa is 110 km from Tartu, and the road runs through Võru to the Riga ↔ Pskov highway.
Our cars and drivers are based in Tartu, so pickup is quick and you can book a transfer for any time.
Luhamaa or Koidula: which to choose from Tartu
Both crossings are 110 km from Tartu, and the price is the same, 110 EUR. We follow the situation at the border and will tell you which crossing is calmer on the day of your trip, so you do not end up behind the buses. See the Tartu ↔ Koidula page for the second option.
How the trip works
Pickup in Tartu. The driver picks you up at any address in Tartu, at your hotel, the railway station, the bus station or Tartu Airport. At the airport and the station the driver meets you with a name sign.
Currency exchange in Tartu. Euros and other EU currencies may not be taken into Russia, so on the way you can stop at an exchange office in Tartu and change any currency into rubles.
When to arrive. We recommend arriving when the crossing opens at 07:00, but it is not essential. We know the bus timetable through Luhamaa and will choose a departure time so that you clear the checks ahead of the buses and avoid a queue lasting hours.
At the border. The driver takes you to the checkpoint, and you cross the border on foot. The pedestrian crossing works separately from the buses, there are far fewer people, and the crossing takes about an hour on average.
After the border. If nobody is meeting you on the Russian side, our second car will be waiting at Shumilkino. To Pskov it costs 3 000 RUB by sedan and 5 000 RUB by minivan.
Prices and travel time
Sedan for up to 4 passengers: 110 EUR for the Tartu ↔ Luhamaa trip.
Mercedes V-Class or Vito minivan for up to 8 passengers: 150 EUR. The minivan price is the same for any number of passengers.
The distance is 110 km and the drive takes 1 hour 15 minutes. On the way back we meet you at Luhamaa and drive you to your address in Tartu, the station or Tartu Airport for the same price.
The price is fixed, with no prepayment and no waiting charge. A child seat or booster is free.
How you can pay
You can pay in any currency, euros or rubles. We also accept card payments, every car has a terminal, as well as PayPal and Revolut. For companies we issue an invoice.
The Luhamaa ↔ Shumilkino crossing
The crossing is open daily from 07:00 to 19:00. With a Russian passport the border usually takes up to an hour. Travellers entering on an e-visa have an interview on the Russian side, usually 20 to 60 minutes, and dual citizens may have one at the officer's discretion.
Veterinary control is now available at all border crossings, so you can cross with dogs, cats and other pets. In our cars a carrier is not required.
Important: euros and other EU currencies may not be taken into Russia in any amount. Cheese and dairy products are allowed, pork products are not.
More reasons to travel with ArtSanTaxi
Our drivers are experienced, and all cars pass regular technical inspections and have air conditioning. We work around the clock, and the driver stops on request along the way. We have cars for small groups and for parties of up to 8 people.
Frequently asked questions
How much is a transfer from Tartu to Luhamaa? A sedan costs 110 EUR and a minivan 150 EUR per car. The price is fixed.
How far is Luhamaa from Tartu? 110 km.
How long is the drive from Tartu to Luhamaa? 1 hour 15 minutes.
How far is Tartu from the Russian border? Both the Luhamaa and Koidula crossings are 110 km away, about 1 hour 15 minutes by car.
Which should I choose from Tartu, Luhamaa or Koidula? The price is the same. We will tell you which crossing has a shorter queue on the day of your trip.
Can I exchange currency on the way? Yes, you can stop at an exchange office in Tartu and change any currency into rubles.
Can I book a transfer from Tartu Airport to Luhamaa? Yes, the driver meets you at the airport with a name sign.
Can you take me back from Luhamaa to Tartu? Yes, we meet you at the checkpoint and drive you to your address in Tartu for the same price.
How do I get from Shumilkino to Pskov? With our second car: 3 000 RUB by sedan, 5 000 RUB by minivan.
When is the Luhamaa crossing open? Daily from 07:00 to 19:00.
Can I cross the border with a dog or cat? Yes, veterinary control is now available at all border crossings.
Can I take euros into Russia? No, euros and other EU currencies may not be taken in any amount.
How can I pay for the trip? In euros or rubles, by card, via PayPal or Revolut. For companies we issue an invoice.
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Email: artsantaxi@gmail.com