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Latvian National Museum of Art
The main national art museum presents Latvian and Baltic art in a grand historic building with strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$7
Average price
$8
Fastest journey
1 h 43 m
Average duration
1 h 47 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
81 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Cēsis to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cēsis to Riga will cost around $8 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $7.
Of the 16 buses that leave Cēsis for Riga on Wed, Aug 12, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Aug 12 the direct buses cover the 81 km distance in an average of 1 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 43 m .
On Wed, Aug 12 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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0Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Cēsis to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $5. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $5, and a bus costs an average of $7.
Distance: 50 miles (81 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$8 Average price | $6 Average price Cheapest | $18 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
2h 11m Average total duration 1h 41m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cēsis to Riga:
A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Cēsis to Riga costing on average $8 (€6).
Other travel options to Riga take longer:
Bus takes on average 1h 41m.
Tickets start at around $8 (€6) compared to roughly $18 (€14) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $10 (€8). The journey takes 1h 41m versus 1h 29m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Infobus, Ecolines, CATA.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 07:45AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 08:35AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:15AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:27AM | Arrival Time 10:10AM | Duration 1h43 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:13AM | Duration 1h43 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 02:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
The table below shows live departures for Cēsis to Riga buses for today, Tuesday, August 11. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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0 | 6:00 AM Cēsis | 1h45 | 7:45 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:35 AM Cēsis | 2h00 | 8:35 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:45 AM Cēsis | 1h45 | 9:30 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:15 AM Cēsis | 1h55 | 10:10 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:27 AM Cēsis | 1h43 | 10:10 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:00 AM Cēsis | 1h50 | 10:50 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:00 AM Cēsis | 1h50 | 11:50 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:00 AM Cēsis | 1h50 | 12:50 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 12:00 PM Cēsis | 1h50 | 1:50 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:00 PM Cēsis | 1h50 | 2:50 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:00 PM Cēsis | 1h50 | 3:50 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:00 PM Cēsis | 1h50 | 4:50 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:00 PM Cēsis | 1h50 | 5:50 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:00 PM Cēsis | 1h50 | 6:50 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:00 PM Cēsis | 1h50 | 7:50 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:00 PM Cēsis | 1h50 | 8:50 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Cēsis to Riga run on average 18 times per day, taking around 1h 41m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 (€6) but you can travel from only $5 (€4) by train.
There are 18 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 06:00, the last at 22:20. The fastest bus covers the 50 miles (81 km) distance in 1h 40m.
Distance 50 miles (81 km) |
Average bus duration 1h 41m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 (€6) |
Buses per day 18 |
Direct buses 18 |
Fastest bus 1h 40m |
First bus 6:00 AM |
Last bus 10:20 PM |
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Discover the best of Riga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Riga trip today.
The main national art museum presents Latvian and Baltic art in a grand historic building with strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Well-curated museum on Latvia’s occupations by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. It gives vital context for Riga and modern Latvia.
Fascinating museum on the Art Nouveau era inside a richly decorated 1903 apartment. Ideal for understanding Riga’s iconic architecture.
Riga’s UNESCO-listed medieval core is packed with churches, guild houses, squares, and winding lanes. It is the city’s classic walking area.
Celebrated avenue lined with ornate Art Nouveau facades by Eisenstein and others. A top place to appreciate Riga’s architectural fame.
Leafy canal-side park around the old city moat, ideal for relaxed walks, bridges, flowers, and classic views of central Riga.
Grey peas with bacon is a classic Latvian winter dish of stewed peas mixed with fried onions and bacon, especially tied to festive tables.
Rye bread soup is a traditional sweet dessert made from dark rye bread, dried fruit and spices, valued for turning Latvia's staple bread into comfort food.
Sklandrausis is a protected Latvian pastry with rye crust and carrot-potato filling, rooted in Livonian and Kurzeme cooking traditions.
One of Riga's best-known fine dining restaurants, offering tasting menus, polished service and contemporary Baltic cuisine.
Refined Latvian fine dining in the Old Town, known for seasonal local ingredients, elegant plating and a calm historic setting.
A respected cellar restaurant serving modern Latvian cuisine with game, fish and regional produce in a warm medieval atmosphere.
Moderate for the Baltics: hotels and dining cost more than Vilnius, but public transport is cheap and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is often included only at higher-end venues. Rounding up is common; 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis usually round up. Cafes may use small change or none.
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Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta -> Riga Old Town
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cēsis to Riga by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Riga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Cēsis to Riga buses use the Cēsis to Riga station pair, with some services arriving at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga. Use this guide to compare Cēsis and Riga bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Cēsis has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Cēsis. ATMs are available at Cēsis.
Ticket office support is available at Cēsis.
Available at Cēsis: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Cēsis: Ramps available for accessibility.
Riga is 2 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
Riga has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food and cafes available
Free access throughout the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs near entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Riga.
Available at Riga: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riga: Wheelchair accessible ramps.
Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga is 1 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Limited food options available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga. ATMs are located near the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga.
Available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
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