- Must visit
Latvian National Museum of Art
Latvia’s main fine arts museum, known for major Latvian art collections and a landmark historic building in the city center.
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$22
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
90
Distance
280 km
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 $22 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
Of the 90 buses that leave Tallinn for Riga on Tue, May 26, 90 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Tue, May 26 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 Tue, May 26 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.




FlixBus
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14|v1e>v121Omio 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 $11. 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 $11, and a flight costs an average of $105.
Distance: 173 miles (280 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$17 Average price Cheapest | $195 Average price | $27 Average price | $64 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.
This is compared to other travel options from Tallinn to Riga:
A bus is $10 (€8) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Tallinn to Riga costing on average $27 (€22).
A bus is $178 (€144) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Tallinn to Riga costing on average $195 (€158).
Other travel options to Riga take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 47m.
Train takes on average 6h 17m.
You'll arrive about 31m sooner (3h 47m by bus vs 4h 18m by car) and save roughly $46 (€38) compared to fuel and tolls ($17 (€14) vs $64 (€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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 5h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:25AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $17 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 11:22AM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 08:20AM | Arrival Time 12:35PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 01:22PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:25PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 03:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 4h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $25 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 12:10PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 04:48PM | Duration 4h18 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 05:10PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 5h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:35PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 5h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:50PM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 06:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 06:22PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 07:22PM | Duration 4h22 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 07:22PM | Duration 4h02 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 08:35PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
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 $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 4h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:40PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:47AM | Duration 4h17 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:45PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 4h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:10PM | Arrival Time 03:20AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $11 |
The table below shows live departures for Tallinn to Riga buses for today, Monday, May 25. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 6:00 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h55 | 10:55 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:25 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 10:55 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 10:55 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 | 4h00 | 11:00 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 7:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 11:22 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 7:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 11:00 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 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) | 4h15 | 11:35 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 8:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 12:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 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 | 4h00 | 12:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 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) | 4h15 | 12:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 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 | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 12:50 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 | 9:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 1:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 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) | 4h02 | 1:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 9:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 1:00 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 | 10:00 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 | 10:20 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 | |
211/949|v1e>v121 | 10:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h10 | 2:30 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h50 | 3:25 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 11:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 3:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 3:25 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 11:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 3:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 11:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 3:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 11:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 3:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 11:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 3:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 11:20 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 3:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:45 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h45 | 4:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 12:10 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 4:30 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) | 3h58 | 4:48 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 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 | |
![]() | 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) | 5h05 | 6:35 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 | |
FlixBus | 1:35 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 5h15 | 6:50 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 | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 6:35 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 | 2:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 6:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 6:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 6:35 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 | 4h22 | 7:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 3:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 7:35 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 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 | |
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 | 4:00 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h35 | 8:35 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 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) | 5h00 | 9:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 4:25 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 8:55 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 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 | 4:45 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 9:00 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 | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 9:20 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 9:55 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 6:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 10:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 6:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 10:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 6:00 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 10:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 6:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 10:00 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 6:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h10 | 10:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 6:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 10:22 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 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 | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 2:50 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 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 | 4h00 | 2:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:45 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h35 | 3:20 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 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) | 3h57 | 2:47 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 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 | 11:10 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h10 | 3:20 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | |
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Buses from Tallinn to Riga run on average 82 times per day, taking around 3h 47m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€9) if you book in advance.
There are 82 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 0m.
Distance 173 miles (280 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 47m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€9) |
Buses per day 82 |
Direct buses 82 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 1:00 AM |
Last bus 11:10 PM |
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Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 35 days |
Discover the best of Riga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Riga trip today.
Latvia’s main fine arts museum, known for major Latvian art collections and a landmark historic building in the city center.
Essential museum documenting Latvia under Soviet and Nazi occupations, with powerful exhibitions on repression, resistance, and memory.
Art museum in a grand Venetian Renaissance style building, showing international art, decorative arts, and changing exhibitions.
The city’s historic core of cobbled lanes, church spires, and lively squares, ideal for first-time visitors and evening walks.
Riga’s most celebrated Art Nouveau street, popular for photography and architecture-focused walks.
Central Old Riga square surrounded by historic buildings, a natural base for sightseeing and seasonal events.
A classic Latvian dish of grey peas stewed and served with fried speck or bacon. It is one of the country’s best-known traditional comfort foods, especially in winter and at festive meals.
Traditional Latvian dark rye bread with a dense texture and deep, slightly sweet flavor. It is a staple of Latvian cuisine and often served with butter, cheese, or smoked fish.
A protected traditional Latvian pastry made with rye dough and a filling of potato and carrot. It is especially associated with western Latvia and is a distinctive sweet-savory local specialty.
A beloved cellar tavern in Old Riga known for hearty Latvian food, local beer, and live folk atmosphere. A strong choice for traditional dishes in a lively setting.
A respected Riga restaurant focused on refined Latvian cuisine with modern presentation. It is a good place to try local ingredients in a more polished atmosphere.
A prominent contemporary restaurant created by well-known Latvian chefs, offering inventive tasting menus and modern Baltic flavors in stylish surroundings.
Moderate by European standards: budget eats are affordable, while hotels and central dining cost more in peak season.
Service is often included or modest. Round up small bills; 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants for good service. Tipping is not expected for cafes, but rounding up is polite.
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Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta -> Rīga Centrālā Stacija
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.
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.
Buses to Riga from Tallinn will usually have journey durations of between four hours 20 minutes and four hours 30 minutes.
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.
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.
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.

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