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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 on Sep 07
$82
Average ticket price on Sep 07
$122
Fastest journey on Sep 07
10 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 07
12 h 24 m
Buses on Sep 07
7
Distance
403 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Minsk to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Minsk to Riga will cost around $122 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $82.
It's difficult to get from Minsk to Riga without transferring at least once.
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M-1889Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Minsk to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $104 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 9h 47m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, while a bus costs an average of $104.
Distance: 250 miles (403 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
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$104 Average price Cheapest | $121 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
9h 47m Average total duration Fastest 9h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 58m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $104 (€84) compared to roughly $121 (€98) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $17 (€14). The journey takes 9h 17m versus 5h 58m 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.
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 |
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Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $82 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 12h45 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 09:45PM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $139 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:50PM | Duration 26h50 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $93 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 18h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $80 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 17h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $79 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 06:45PM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 15h00 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $91 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 15h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator TOKS | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 14h55 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $111 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 06:20AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $94 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 09:20AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $82 |
The table below shows live departures for Minsk to Riga buses for today, Sunday, September 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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M-9271+ M-1889 | 7:00 PM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 15h55 | 10:55 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 transfer | |
M-9271+ M-1889 | 8:00 PM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 14h55 | 10:55 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 transfer | |
· | 11:15 PM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 10h05 | 9:20 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 transfer | |
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· | 4:00 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 17h55 | 9:55 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 transfer | |
· | 4:00 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 12h00 | 4:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 transfer | |
M-9271+ M-1889 | 6:30 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 12h45 | 7:15 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 transfer | |
M-1929+ M-1888 | 9:30 AM Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") | 12h15 | 9:45 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 transfer | |
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Buses from Minsk to Riga run on average 5 times per day, taking around 9h 17m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $82 (€66) if you book in advance.
The earliest bus runs at 00:30, the last at 23:15. The fastest bus covers the 250 miles (403 km) distance in 9h 45m.
Distance 250 miles (403 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 17m |
Cheapest ticket price $82 (€66) |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 9h 45m |
First bus 12:30 AM |
Last bus 11:15 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 Minsk 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 Minsk to Riga buses use the Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") to Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta station pair, with some services arriving at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO). Use this guide to compare Minsk and Riga bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") is 1 km from Minsk city centre. Check local transport options before travel.
Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны") has practical services for this route, including Taxis and Ticket Office.
Ticket office support is available at Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны").
Available at Minsk, Avtovokzal Tsentralny (Минск, Аўтавакзал "Цэнтральны"): Taxis.
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Autoosta (in the station), Bakery Express (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta.
Available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta: Elevators, ramps.
Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO). ATMs are available at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO).
Ticket office support is available at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO).
Available at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO): Wheelchair accessible entrance.
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