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The cheapest and fastest buses from Tallinn to Riga
Showing times and prices for Aug 24
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$26
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
103
Distance
280 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Tallinn 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 to Riga will cost around $26 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Fast buses
Of the 103 buses that leave Tallinn for Riga on Mon, Aug 24, 103 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 24 the direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Mon, Aug 24 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.
5:00 PM4h20Tallinn, Bussijaam9:20 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta$151One-way0 transfers- 1:00 PM4h40Tallinn, Bussijaam5:40 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta$151One-way0 transfers
- 6:30 AM4h25Tallinn, Bussijaam10:55 AMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta$151One-way0 transfers
- 8:00 AM4h25Tallinn, Bussijaam12:25 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta$151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus4:20 PM4h45Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal)9:05 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta$171One-way0 transfers
14|v1e>v1212:20 PM3h40Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla)6:00 PMRiga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē)$271One-way0 transfers- 14|v1e>v1218:20 AM3h40Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla)12:00 PMRiga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē)$311One-way0 transfers
- 14|v1e>v1217:20 AM3h40Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla)11:00 AMRiga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē)$311One-way0 transfers
- 14|v1e>v1219:20 AM3h40Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla)1:00 PMRiga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē)$311One-way0 transfers
- 14|v1e>v1213:20 PM3h40Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla)7:00 PMRiga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē)$211One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Tallinn to Riga
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Tallinn to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $13. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $13, and a flight costs an average of $118.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$16 Average price Cheapest | $176 Average price | $27 Average price | $65 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 17m Average total duration 3h 47m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 51m Average total duration Fastest 2h 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 6h 47m Average total duration 6h 17m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 18m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The cheapest way to travel from Tallinn to Riga is a bus with an average price of $16 (€13).
This is compared to other travel options from Tallinn to Riga:
A bus is $11 (€9) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tallinn to Riga costing on average $27 (€22).
A bus is $160 (€128) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tallinn to Riga costing on average $176 (€142).
The fastest way to travel from Tallinn to Riga is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 51m.
Other travel options to Riga take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 47m.
Train takes on average 6h 17m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tallinn and Riga including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Tallinn to Riga among Omio's users.
Take the bus. On this route, it's both cheaper and quicker than driving.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (3h 47m by bus vs 4h 18m by car) and save roughly $49 (€39) compared to fuel and tolls ($16 (€13) vs $65 (€52)). You also skip the drive itself — no traffic stress, no parking, and you can use the time to work, nap, or catch up on a series with the onboard Wi-Fi.
Direct coaches are operated by Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus, Flixbus Polska sp.o.o, Highway Riders OÜ, FlixBus Estonia OÜ, Lux Express.
Driving is still worth considering if you're travelling with bulky luggage, need flexibility on departure times, or plan to stop along the way.
Tallinn to Riga Bus Timetables
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:22AM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:22AM | Duration 4h07 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:40AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:05AM | Arrival Time 11:25AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:22PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $29 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:40AM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:22PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:07PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:50AM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 12:05PM | Arrival Time 03:47PM | Duration 3h42 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:15PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:22PM | Duration 4h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:45PM | Arrival Time 07:05PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:05PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 04:45PM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:15PM | Arrival Time 10:40PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 02:45AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 02:50AM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:40PM | Arrival Time 04:00AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Live departures
Tallinn to Riga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tallinn to Riga buses for today, Sunday, August 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
Last updated at
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 2:20 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h45 | 7:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:45 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 7:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 3:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 7:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 3:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 7:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 3:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 7:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:05 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h50 | 7:55 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 3:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 7:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 3:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 7:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 3:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 7:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 3:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 7:55 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 4:00 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 5h00 | 9:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 4:00 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h55 | 8:55 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 4:00 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h35 | 8:35 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:20 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h45 | 9:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 4:25 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 9:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 4:25 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h10 | 8:35 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 4:25 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 8:55 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 4:40 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 9:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 4:45 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h10 | 8:55 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 4:45 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h50 | 8:35 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 4:45 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 9:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 5:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 9:20 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 5:50 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h50 | 10:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 6:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 10:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:15 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 10:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 6:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h10 | 10:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:00 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h40 | 11:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h10 | 11:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:00 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h45 | 2:45 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 2:45 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 2:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h17 | 2:47 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 2:50 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:50 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h57 | 2:47 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:50 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 2:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:50 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h00 | 2:50 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:15 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h45 | 4:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:40 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 4:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Monday, August 24 | |||||
| FlixBus | 1:00 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 5h00 | 6:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:25 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 6:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 949|v1e>v121 | 6:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 10:22 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 949|v1e>v121 | 6:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 10:00 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 949|v1e>v121 | 6:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 10:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 949|v1e>v121 | 6:15 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h45 | 10:00 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 949|v1e>v121 | 6:15 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h07 | 10:22 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 949|v1e>v121 | 6:15 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 10:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:30 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 10:55 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 6:40 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h45 | 11:25 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 7:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 11:35 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 7:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 11:22 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 7:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 11:00 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 7:05 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 11:25 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 7:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 11:35 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 7:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 11:22 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 7:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 11:00 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 8:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 12:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 8:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 12:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 8:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 12:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 8:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 12:25 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 8:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 12:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 8:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 12:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 8:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 12:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 9:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 1:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 9:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 1:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 9:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 1:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 9:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 1:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 9:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 1:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 9:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 1:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:40 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 2:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 211/949|v1e>v121 | 10:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 2:30 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 211/949|v1e>v121 | 10:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h08 | 2:08 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 211/949|v1e>v121 | 10:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 2:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 211/949|v1e>v121 | 10:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h10 | 2:30 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 211/949|v1e>v121 | 10:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h48 | 2:08 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 211/949|v1e>v121 | 10:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 2:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:20 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h40 | 3:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 10:40 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 3:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 11:45 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h02 | 3:47 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 11:45 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 4:15 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 11:45 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 4:07 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:50 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h35 | 4:25 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 12:05 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h42 | 3:47 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 12:05 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 4:07 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 12:05 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h10 | 4:15 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 12:15 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h10 | 4:25 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 12:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h40 | 5:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 12:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h45 | 5:15 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 12:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h18 | 4:48 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 12:50 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h20 | 5:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 12:50 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h25 | 5:15 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v1e>v121 | 12:50 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h58 | 4:48 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h40 | 5:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 1:30 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h30 | 6:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 1:30 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h52 | 6:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 1:30 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 5h05 | 6:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 1:35 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 5h15 | 6:50 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 2:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h50 | 6:50 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 2:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 6:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 2:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 6:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 14|v1e>v121 | 2:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 6:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Advantages
Comparatively favourablePlenty of spaceFunctioning wifiDisadvantages
Route with a lot of congestionObsolete busSocket did not workThe journey was not ideal. The plus point is the price, but there are a few things to criticise. Perhaps it was simply because it was an old bus, but the power socket didn't work, which was quite unfavourable for the length of the journey. There was also the traffic jam. The interior of the bus could definitely be improved here. However, the wifi worked well.
Advantages
Very comfortable seatsNice serviceDisadvantages
Very short delay, if anyThe coach journey from Tallinn to Riga was pleasant. The comfort was first class, with comfortable seats and plenty of legroom. The service and cleanliness were excellent. The journey time was short and the value for money was well worth it. Although there was a traffic jam during the journey, our coach driver was able to quickly find an alternative route. All in all, a trip worth recommending.
Advantages
PunctualwifiComfortable seatsDisadvantages
Climate too coldNo snacksNo toilet breakI recently took the bus journey from Tallinn to Riga with "Lux Express" (bus number: 5678). The journey took about 4 hours and 30 minutes.
The positive thing was the punctuality of the bus, which left at 10:00. The seats were comfortable and the wifi worked well.
Unfortunately, there were also many negative aspects. The air conditioning was far too cold, which made the whole journey uncomfortable. There were also no snacks or drinks, which I found disappointing on such a long journey. There was no toilet break, which was problematic for many passengers.
Overall, the experience was disappointing and I can only recommend the ride with reservations. There is definitely room for improvement.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tallinn to Riga
Estonia
Latvia
Buses from Tallinn to Riga run on average 87 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $13 (€10) if you book in advance.
There are 87 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:00, the last at 23:10. The fastest bus covers the 173 miles (280 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 173 miles (280 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $13 (€10) |
Buses per day 87 |
Direct buses 87 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 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: Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus, Flixbus Polska sp.o.o, Highway Riders OÜ, FlixBus Estonia OÜ from Tallinn to RigaYou can travel by bus between Tallinn to Riga with Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus, Flixbus Polska sp.o.o, Highway Riders OÜ, FlixBus Estonia OÜ for as low as $13 (€10). When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Lux Express
About
Lux Express, established in 1994 and branded in 2008, is a leading intercity bus operator headquartered in Tallinn, Estonia. It has grown to become one of the largest bus operators in Europe, with a fleet of over 100 buses. Lux Express operates in the Baltic states (Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania), Poland, Finland, and Russia, connecting capitals and key hubs from Tallinn to Warsaw and St. Petersburg to Helsinki. The company prides itself on offering a comfortable travel experience with amenities such as reclining seats, free Wi-Fi, charging points, media screens, and restrooms. Lux Express is known for its on-time services and commitment to passenger comfort and safety.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest Price
$23 (€19)
Lux Express frequency
68 a day
Luggage included
To receive a booking code for a half-price ticket for a travel companion, you must email Lux Express prior to booking if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
Additional luggage
One piece of hand luggage weighing no more than 5 kg and not exceeding 45 × 35 × 20 cm, and one piece of luggage weighing no more than 23 kg and not exceeding 70 × 30 × 55 cm, are included free of charge.
Luggage storage
Passengers are allowed to take more than one permitted piece of luggage if there is enough space and the coach crew agrees.
Refund
If a trip is canceled by Lux Express, the customer will be offered another departure, or a full refund will be issued within 14 days if no suitable alternative is found.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed, but it is recommended to consult with a doctor before traveling.
Unaccompagned minor
On international routes, unaccompanied minors can travel from the age of 12 years old, provided they have parental consent and contact details.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Seat numbers can be selected without an additional fee for Standard and Comfort class tickets.
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Lux Express offers a half-price ticket fare for a travel companion if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed if a bicycle ticket is purchased, and they must be properly packaged in a protective case by the passenger prior to boarding.
Pets
Pets are allowed on Estonian and Latvian domestic routes with a separate pet ticket purchased at a 40% discount, guaranteeing a separate seat for the pet and its transport cage or bag.
Entertaiment on board
FlixBus
About
FlixBus is one of Europe’s leading low-cost bus companies, founded in Germany and now offering long-distance services across Europe and the United States. In addition to its extensive daytime network, FlixBus also operates overnight buses on select European routes. Standard amenities include free Wi-Fi, power outlets to charge devices, extra legroom, luggage space, and onboard toilets, with snacks and drinks available for purchase. FlixBus offers a single Standard ticket type for all routes, which includes one carry-on bag and one checked bag per passenger. Additional fees apply for extra luggage and for reserving specific seats, such as Extra Seats, Table Seats, or Panorama Seats. This combination of affordability, comfort, and wide coverage makes FlixBus a popular choice for budget-conscious travelers.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest Price
$15 (€12)
FlixBus frequency
17 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority boarding; Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed for a fee; must be booked.
Pets
Small pets in carriers allowed; guide dogs travel for free.
Ecolines
About
Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance bus company, founded in 1993, and is one of the largest and most experienced coach operators in Europe and the Baltic States. It offers comfortable travel to approximately 20 countries and 205 cities daily, with a fleet of over 200 buses, primarily Neoplan, MAN, and Setra coaches. Ecolines operates an extensive route network across the Baltic States, Western, and Eastern Europe, with major hubs including Riga, Berlin, Hamburg, and Warsaw. Many buses offer amenities such as air conditioning, power outlets, and Wi-Fi, and on longer trips, personal entertainment devices and stewards are available.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 20m
Cheapest Price
$13 (€10)
Ecolines frequency
4 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Designated seating; Assistance with luggage.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; prior arrangement required.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; additional fee may apply.
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own "BusSystem" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 50m
Cheapest Price
$31 (€25)
Infobus frequency
3 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
Flixbus Polska sp.o.o
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 20m
Flixbus Polska sp.o.o frequency
1 a day
Highway Riders OÜ
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 25m
Highway Riders OÜ frequency
2 a day
FlixBus Estonia OÜ
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
4h 10m
Cheapest Price
$2 (€2)
FlixBus Estonia OÜ frequency
2 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.
Buses from Tallinn to Riga
Traveling by bus offers a convenient and enjoyable way to travel between the capitals of Estonia and Latvia. There will be 15 buses from Tallinn to Riga, seven days a week, all year-round. The journey time isn't especially long, ranging from four hours 20 minutes to four hours 30 minutes.
Which bus companies travel from Tallinn to Riga?
Travelers will have a couple of options to consider when taking buses to Riga from Tallinn. Most buses are operated by Lux Express, but there are also a few daily services from TOKS. Both run direct to Riga, with no changes needed.
How long is the bus from Tallinn to Riga?
Buses to Riga from Tallinn will usually have journey durations of between four hours 20 minutes and four hours 30 minutes.
How many buses are there from Tallinn to Riga?
The Tallinn to Riga route is very well served by TOKS and Lux Express. Combined, the two bus companies offer 15 daily services. None of them require passengers to change at any stage, running straight to the heart of Riga.
What are the departure and arrival stations for buses from Tallinn to Riga?
Departure Bus Station: All buses from Tallinn to Riga will depart from Tallinna Bussijaam - the city's major intercity bus terminal. Bussijaam is located in Lastekodu district, about one mile south-east of the historic center of town. To get there, passengers can hop on the number two or four trams, both of which run from the Old Town. The number four tram also offers connections from Tallinn Airport, but arrivals by air may prefer to catch the train from Lennujaam to Bussijaam. Transfers should take 20 minutes at most. Trains also run south to the bus station from Tallinn's ferry port, and take 25-30 minutes.
Arrival Bus Station: Buses from Tallinn will arrive at Riga's Pragas Iela bus station - which is attached to the city's largest rail hub. The bus station is less than 800 meters from the historic heart of the Latvian capital, and has direct tram connections to most hotels and attractions. Just catch Tram five, which runs into the downtown area, and takes 10-15 minutes at most. It's also simple to transfer from Pragae Iela to Riga Airport via buses 22 or 322. Expect transfers to take 35 minutes, while taxis should get there in 20-25 minutes.
FAQs: Bus from Tallinn to Riga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tallinn 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 Tallinn to Riga can start from as little as $13 (€10) when you book in advance. The average bus ticket price for Tallinn to Riga is $16 (€13) ; 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 Tallinn to Riga is 4h 10m to travel the 173 miles (280 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 Tallinn to Riga leaves at 1:00 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest bus from Tallinn to Riga leaves at 11:10 PM.
Yes, there are 87 direct buses a day from Tallinn to Riga with Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus, Flixbus Polska sp.o.o, Highway Riders OÜ, FlixBus Estonia OÜ, Lux Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct buses.
When taking a bus from Tallinn to Riga, you can count on Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus, Flixbus Polska sp.o.o, Highway Riders OÜ, FlixBus Estonia OÜ, Lux Express for the best way to get you to Riga. You can also check all possible bus companies who offer a service between Tallinn and Riga and compare the amenities they offer before buying a bus ticket.
When departing from Tallinn , you have various bus station options to start your journey from including Tallinn, Bussijaam, Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla), Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal), Tallinn, Tallinna Lennujaam (Linnade park), Tallinn, Tallinn, Mõigu . When arriving in Riga , you can end your journey in bus stations like Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta, Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē), Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela, Skulte, Riga International Airport, Riga .Passengers board the bus most frequently from Tallinn, Bussijaam, which is located around 0 miles (1 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 Tallinn 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 Tallinn to Riga is February.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Tallinn and Riga including taking a train, bus, and flight.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the bus from Tallinn to Riga:
- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- Lux Express
- Lux Express offers a half-price ticket fare for a travel companion if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the bus from Tallinn to Riga for bus company Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus.
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.
Whether you can cancel your bus ticket from Tallinn to Riga depends on the bus companies:
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the bus with bus company Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines.
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.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the bus from Tallinn to Riga.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a bus ticket from Tallinn to Riga:
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- Lux Express
- To receive a booking code for a half-price ticket for a travel companion, you must email Lux Express prior to booking if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a bus ticket from Tallinn to Riga:
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Lux Express
- One piece of hand luggage weighing no more than 5 kg and not exceeding 45 × 35 × 20 cm, and one piece of luggage weighing no more than 23 kg and not exceeding 70 × 30 × 55 cm, are included free of charge.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the bus from Tallinn to Riga. The following conditions apply:
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- Lux Express
- Pets are allowed on Estonian and Latvian domestic routes with a separate pet ticket purchased at a 40% discount, guaranteeing a separate seat for the pet and its transport cage or bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
You can reserve your seat on the bus from Tallinn to Riga with the following bus company: Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the bus from Tallinn to Riga with the following bus company: Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the bus from Tallinn to Riga with the following bus company: Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus.
Since both Tallinn 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.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Tallinn to Riga among Omio's users.
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 Tallinn to Riga
Most Tallinn 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 and Riga bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Tallinn
Arrival bus stations in Riga
Which Tallinn station do buses to Riga leave from?
Buses from Tallinn to Riga leave from Tallinn, Bussijaam. The station is 1 miles (2 km) from Tallinn city centre at Lastekodu 46, 10144 Tallinn, Estonia.
Tallinn, BussijaamLastekodu 46, 10144 Tallinn, Estonia
City-centre transport
Getting to Tallinn, Bussijaam from Tallinn city centre
Tallinn, Bussijaam is 1 km from Tallinn city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus121 · 5m · $2 · every ~3 min
171, 101, 103 · 12m · $9 · every ~6 min
Tram2, 4 · 7m · $2 · every ~45 min
Tallinn, Bussijaam bus station facilities and services
Tallinn, Bussijaam has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria (in the station), Fast-Food Outlet (in the station), Coffee Shop (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tallinn, Bussijaam.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tallinn, Bussijaam: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tallinn, Bussijaam: Elevators, ramps.
Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla)Parnu mnt / Saagi, Tallinn, Estonia
City-centre transport
Getting to Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) from Tallinn city centre
Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) is 11 km from Tallinn city centre. Public transport options include:
TrainR12, R17, R14, R16, R15, R13, Re12, Re14 · 25m · $1 · every ~13 min
Bus96 · 26m · $2
14, 18, 18A · 36m · $2 · every ~11 min
18, 18A, 14 · 38m · $2 · every ~11 min
227 · 50m · $1
Tallinn, Reisisadam (D-Terminal)
City-centre transport
Getting to Tallinn, Reisisadam (D-Terminal) from Tallinn city centre
Bus20 · 6m · $2 · every ~7 min
Which Riga station do buses from Tallinn arrive at?
Buses from Tallinn to Riga most often arrive at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta. Some services arrive at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē), so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Riga arrival station.
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.
Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē)Brīvības gat., Rīga, Latvia
City-centre transport
Getting to Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) from Riga city centre
Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) is 9 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
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Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) bus station facilities and services
Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē). ATMs are available at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē): Bus stops are wheelchair accessible.
Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa ielaTērbatas iela & Merķeļa iela, Centra rajons, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
City-centre transport
Getting to Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela from Riga city centre
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Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela bus station facilities and services
Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela. ATMs are available at Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela: Sidewalks are wheelchair accessible.
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