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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
$12
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
4 h 25 m
Average duration
4 h 25 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
278 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport to Riga will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 2 buses that leave Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport for Riga on Thu, Aug 06, 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 278 km distance in an average of 4 h 25 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 25 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 4 h 25 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.




Buses from Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport to Riga run on average 47 times per day, taking around 4h 28m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $6 if you book in advance.
There are 32 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:30, the last at 15:00. The fastest bus covers the 172 miles (278 km) distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 172 miles (278 km) |
Average bus duration 4h 28m |
Cheapest ticket price $6 |
Buses per day 47 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 3:30 AM |
Last bus 3:00 PM |
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| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 09:25AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:22AM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:25AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:30AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 07:35AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 7h30 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:05AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:10AM | Arrival Time 03:05PM | Duration 6h55 | Departure days Mon, Sat | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:05AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 9h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $60 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:35AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $50 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:08PM | Duration 4h08 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:05AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 8h30 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $53 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 03:47PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:48PM | Duration 4h18 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 01:05PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 01:10PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 6h25 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 02:05PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 8h25 | Departure days Wed, Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 02:35PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:10PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 7h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:38PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 6h32 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:55PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
The table below shows live departures for Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport to Riga buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 5:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 9:20 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|17028e>v121 | 6:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 10:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|17028e>v121 | 10:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h17 | 2:47 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|17028e>v121 | 10:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 2:50 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|17028e>v121 | 10:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 2:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 AM Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport | 4h25 | 9:25 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:00 AM Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport | 4h25 | 10:25 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
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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 Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport 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 Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport to Riga buses use the Tallinn, Bussijaam to Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta station pair, with some services arriving at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē). Use this guide to compare Tallinn Lennart Meri Airport and Riga bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like 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 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.
Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) is 9 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē). ATMs are available at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē).
Ticket office support is available at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē).
Available at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē): Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela. ATMs are available at Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela.
Ticket office support is available at Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela.
Available at Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela: Sidewalks are wheelchair accessible.
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