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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.
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The cheapest and fastest buses from Karmėlava to Riga
Showing times and prices for Aug 06
Cheapest price
€0.00
Average price
€7
Fastest journey
4 h 27 m
Average duration
5 h 3 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
220 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Karmėlava to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
Fast buses
It's difficult to get from Karmėlava to Riga without transferring at least once.
5:23 AM4h27Karmėlava9:50 AMRigaFind prices1 transfer- 11:45 AM4h40Karmėlava4:25 PMRigaFind prices1 transfer
- 5:05 PM4h40Karmėlava9:45 PMRigaFind prices1 transfer
6:25 PM6h25Karmėlava12:50 AMRiga€281One-way1 transfer
- 5:23 AM4h27Karmėlava9:50 AMRigaFind prices1 transfer
- 11:45 AM4h40Karmėlava4:25 PMRigaFind prices1 transfer
- 5:05 PM4h40Karmėlava9:45 PMRigaFind prices1 transfer
- 6:25 PM6h25Karmėlava12:50 AMRiga€281One-way1 transfer
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Compare bus for Karmėlava to Riga
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Karmėlava to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €6. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 5h 26m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €6, and a bus costs an average of €6.
Distance: 136 miles (220 km)
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€26 Average price Cheapest | €41 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
5h 56m Average total duration Fastest 5h 26m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 30m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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The cheapest way to travel from Karmėlava to Riga is a bus with an average price of €26.
The fastest way to travel from Karmėlava to Riga is by bus with an average journey time of 5h 26m.
Yes, you can take a bus between Karmėlava and Riga.
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Karmėlava to Riga Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Kauno miesto savivaldybė | Departure Time 12:13AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 6h42 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Kauno miesto savivaldybė | Departure Time 12:27AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 6h28 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Kauno miesto savivaldybė | Departure Time 12:43AM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 6h12 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Kauno miesto savivaldybė | Departure Time 05:19AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h31 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Jonavos rajono savivaldybė | Departure Time 05:23AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h27 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Jonavos rajono savivaldybė | Departure Time 05:28AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Kauno miesto savivaldybė | Departure Time 11:22AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 5h03 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Kauno miesto savivaldybė | Departure Time 11:39AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h46 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Jonavos rajono savivaldybė | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Jonavos rajono savivaldybė | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Kauno miesto savivaldybė | Departure Time 03:18PM | Arrival Time 08:45PM | Duration 5h27 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price €6 |
Operator Jonavos rajono savivaldybė | Departure Time 05:05PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Jonavos rajono savivaldybė | Departure Time 05:35PM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price €0.00 |
Operator Kautra | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price €28 |
Operator Kauno miesto savivaldybė | Departure Time 11:12PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 7h43 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed | Cheapest price €26 |
Operator Kauno miesto savivaldybė | Departure Time 11:52PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 7h03 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price €26 |
Live departures
Karmėlava to Riga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Karmėlava to Riga buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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| 5:05 PM Karmėlava | 4h40 | 9:45 PM Riga | 1 transfer | |
| 6:25 PM Karmėlava | 6h25 | 12:50 AM Riga | 1 transfer | |
 | 11:12 PM Karmėlava | 7h43 | 6:55 AM Riga | 1 transfer | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
| 5:23 AM Karmėlava | 4h27 | 9:50 AM Riga | 1 transfer | |
| 11:45 AM Karmėlava | 4h40 | 4:25 PM Riga | 1 transfer | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Karmėlava to Riga
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Buses from Karmėlava to Riga run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 4 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 02:55, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 136 miles (220 km) distance in 4h 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 136 miles (220 km) |
Average bus duration 5h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 2:55 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jan - Mar |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Best time to book 3 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Jonavos rajono savivaldybė, Kauno miesto savivaldybė, Kautra from Karmėlava to RigaYou can travel by bus between Karmėlava to Riga with Jonavos rajono savivaldybė, Kauno miesto savivaldybė, Kautra for as low as €6. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Jonavos rajono savivaldybė
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 10m
Jonavos rajono savivaldybė frequency
2 a day
Kauno miesto savivaldybė
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 31m
Cheapest Price
€6
Kauno miesto savivaldybė frequency
1 a day
Kautra
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
6h 25m
Cheapest Price
€28
Kautra frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Riga
Things to do in Riga
Discover the best of Riga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Riga trip today.
- Must visit
Museum of the Occupation of Latvia
Well-curated museum on Latvia’s occupations by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. It gives vital context for Riga and modern Latvia.
- Must visit
Riga Art Nouveau Center
Fascinating museum on the Art Nouveau era inside a richly decorated 1903 apartment. Ideal for understanding Riga’s iconic architecture.
- Must visit
Old Town
Riga’s UNESCO-listed medieval core is packed with churches, guild houses, squares, and winding lanes. It is the city’s classic walking area.
- Must visit
Alberta iela
Celebrated avenue lined with ornate Art Nouveau facades by Eisenstein and others. A top place to appreciate Riga’s architectural fame.
- Recommended
Bastejkalna Parks
Leafy canal-side park around the old city moat, ideal for relaxed walks, bridges, flowers, and classic views of central Riga.
- Gluten-free
Pelēkie Zirņi Ar Speķi
Grey peas with bacon is a classic Latvian winter dish of stewed peas mixed with fried onions and bacon, especially tied to festive tables.
- Vegetarian
Rupjmaizes Zupa
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.
- Vegetarian
Sklandrausis
Sklandrausis is a protected Latvian pastry with rye crust and carrot-potato filling, rooted in Livonian and Kurzeme cooking traditions.
Max Cekot Kitchen
One of Riga's best-known fine dining restaurants, offering tasting menus, polished service and contemporary Baltic cuisine.
Restaurant 1221
Refined Latvian fine dining in the Old Town, known for seasonal local ingredients, elegant plating and a calm historic setting.
Rozengrāls
A respected cellar restaurant serving modern Latvian cuisine with game, fish and regional produce in a warm medieval atmosphere.
Euro (€)
Moderate for the Baltics: hotels and dining cost more than Vilnius, but public transport is cheap and budget eats are easy to find.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- €8-12 for fast food or street food.
- Mid-range
- €20-35 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- €60+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- €2.50-4 for cappuccino.
Tipping culture
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.
Rīgas satiksme
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Prices
- Single ticket
- €1.50
- Day pass
- €5.00
To the city center
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta -> Riga Old Town
- Distance
- 0.8 km
- Travel time
- 10 min
- Buy tickets in the Rīgas satiksme app or from ticket machines before boarding; onboard fares are usually higher.
- Contactless bank card payment is available on many buses, trams, and trolleybuses, but app or advance purchase is often cheaper.
FAQs: Bus from Karmėlava to Riga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Karmėlava 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.
Cheap bus tickets from Karmėlava to Riga can start from as little as €6 when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Karmėlava to Riga is €26 ; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by bus from Karmėlava to Riga is 4h 10m to travel the 136 miles (220 km) long journey. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest bus from Karmėlava to Riga leaves at 2:55 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Karmėlava to Riga leaves at 11:55 PM.
Yes, there are 4 direct buses a day from Karmėlava to Riga with . Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Karmėlava to Riga, you can count on Jonavos rajono savivaldybė, Kauno miesto savivaldybė, Kautra for the best way to get you to Riga. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Karmėlava and Riga and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Karmėlava , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Kaunas, Coach Station, Kaunas, Kalniečių turgavietė, Kaunas, Šilainių Poliklinika . When arriving in Riga , you can end your journey in bus stations like Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Kaunas, Coach Station, which is located around 1 miles (2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the bus at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta, located 0 away from the city centre.
A trip to Riga from Karmėlava is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 4h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a bus from Karmėlava to Riga is June.
Yes, you can take a bus between Karmėlava and Riga.
No, the bus from Karmėlava to Riga has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the bus from Karmėlava to Riga.
Some of the most interesting sights to explore in Riga are:
- Riga Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its medieval architecture and cobblestone streets
- Riga Central Market, one of Europe's largest markets housed in former Zeppelin hangars offering local produce and goods
- St. Peter's Church, a historic church with a viewing platform providing panoramic views of the city
- Art Nouveau District, an area renowned for its extensive collection of Art Nouveau buildings and intricate facades
- Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum, showcasing traditional Latvian rural life with historic buildings and crafts.
The best things to do in Riga include:
- Riga Cathedral, visit the largest medieval church in the Baltic states with its impressive organ and historical significance
- Latvian National Opera, enjoy a performance at this prestigious venue known for its high-quality productions
- Jurmala Beach, relax on the sandy shores of this popular seaside resort town near Riga
- Latvian National Museum of Art, explore a vast collection of Latvian and international art
- Kalnciema Quarter, experience a vibrant cultural hub with markets, concerts, and events.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the bus from Karmėlava to Riga.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the bus from Karmėlava to Riga.
No, luggage for the bus from Karmėlava to Riga needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the bus from Karmėlava to Riga.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the bus from Karmėlava to Riga.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the bus from Karmėlava to Riga.
No, there is no WiFi on board the bus from Karmėlava to Riga.
Since both Karmėlava and Riga are in the Schengen Area, a passport is not required for European Union (EU) or Schengen-associated country citizens. A national ID card is sufficient.
Latvia uses the euro (EUR) as its currency. For travelers, card payments are widely accepted in cities and larger establishments, making them convenient for most purchases, while cash may be preferred in small towns, markets, or rural areas.
In Riga, travelers should be cautious of pickpocketing, especially in crowded areas like the Old Town and public transport. Common scams include overpriced taxi rides without meters and currency exchange fraud at unofficial exchange points. It's advised to use official taxis, avoid street money changers, and keep belongings secure in busy spots.
Pack lightweight, versatile clothing suitable for the destination's climate, and use secure, lockable luggage to protect belongings. Keep essential items like travel documents, medication, and valuables in a carry-on bag for easy access. Use packing organizers or cubes to maximize space and maintain order. Lastly, include a small first aid kit and personal hygiene items for added comfort during travel.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Karmėlava to Riga
Most Karmėlava to Riga buses use the Kaunas, Autobusų Stotis to Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta station pair. Use this guide to compare Karmėlava and Riga bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Karmėlava
Arrival bus stations in Riga
Which Riga station do buses from Karmėlava arrive at?
Buses from Karmėlava to Riga arrive at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta. Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta is 0 miles (1 km) from Riga city centre.
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā AutoostaPragas iela 1, Riga, LV-1050, Latvia
City-centre transport
Getting to Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta from Riga city centre
Tram1, 5, 8, 10, 14 · 5m · €1 · every ~24 min
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta bus station facilities and services
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Autoosta (in the station), Bakery Express (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta: Elevators, ramps.
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