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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
$11
Average price
$13
Fastest journey
2 h 40 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Buses per day
18
Distance
161 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ventspils to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ventspils to Riga will cost around $13 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $11.
Of the 18 buses that leave Ventspils for Riga on Fri, Jul 24, 18 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jul 24 the direct buses cover the 161 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 40 m .
On Fri, Jul 24 the slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
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0Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ventspils 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 bus which can get you there in 2h 56m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $11, and a bus costs an average of $11.
Distance: 100 miles (161 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$12 Average price Cheapest | $31 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
3h 26m Average total duration Fastest 2h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 27m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $12 (€12) compared to roughly $31 (€31) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $19 (€19). The journey takes 2h 56m versus 2h 27m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Infobus, Ecolines, Pašvaldības SIA "Ventspils reiss".
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 07:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 08:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:26AM | Duration 2h56 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 01:30PM | Duration 3h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:52PM | Duration 2h52 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 2h55 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 04:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:49PM | Duration 2h49 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 07:35PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:40PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:29PM | Duration 2h59 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:10PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $16 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 05:30PM | Arrival Time 08:29PM | Duration 2h59 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $14 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:00PM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 10:20PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 11:25PM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $12 |
The table below shows live departures for Ventspils to Riga buses for today, Thursday, July 23. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
0 | 12:30 PM Ventspils | 3h00 | 3:30 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 12:50 PM Ventspils | 2h40 | 3:30 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:00 PM Ventspils | 2h49 | 5:49 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:35 PM Ventspils | 4h00 | 7:35 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:30 PM Ventspils | 3h00 | 7:30 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:10 PM Ventspils | 2h50 | 8:00 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:30 PM Ventspils | 3h00 | 9:30 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:10 PM Ventspils | 3h15 | 11:25 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, July 24 | |||||
0 | 5:30 AM Ventspils | 3h00 | 8:30 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:30 AM Ventspils | 2h56 | 9:26 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:30 AM Ventspils | 3h00 | 10:30 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:00 AM Ventspils | 2h50 | 10:50 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:50 AM Ventspils | 3h40 | 1:30 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:00 AM Ventspils | 2h40 | 12:40 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:00 AM Ventspils | 2h52 | 1:52 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:30 AM Ventspils | 2h55 | 2:25 PM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ventspils to Riga run on average 23 times per day, taking around 2h 56m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $11 (€11) if you book in advance.
There are 23 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:30, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 100 miles (161 km) distance in 2h 59m.
Distance 100 miles (161 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 56m |
Cheapest ticket price $11 (€11) |
Buses per day 23 |
Direct buses 23 |
Fastest bus 2h 59m |
First bus 4:30 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Riga — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Riga trip today.
The main national art museum presents Latvian and Baltic art in a grand historic building with strong permanent and temporary exhibitions.
Well-curated museum on Latvia’s occupations by Nazi Germany and the Soviet Union. It gives vital context for Riga and modern Latvia.
Fascinating museum on the Art Nouveau era inside a richly decorated 1903 apartment. Ideal for understanding Riga’s iconic architecture.
Riga’s UNESCO-listed medieval core is packed with churches, guild houses, squares, and winding lanes. It is the city’s classic walking area.
Celebrated avenue lined with ornate Art Nouveau facades by Eisenstein and others. A top place to appreciate Riga’s architectural fame.
Leafy canal-side park around the old city moat, ideal for relaxed walks, bridges, flowers, and classic views of central Riga.
Grey peas with bacon is a classic Latvian winter dish of stewed peas mixed with fried onions and bacon, especially tied to festive tables.
Rye bread soup is a traditional sweet dessert made from dark rye bread, dried fruit and spices, valued for turning Latvia's staple bread into comfort food.
Sklandrausis is a protected Latvian pastry with rye crust and carrot-potato filling, rooted in Livonian and Kurzeme cooking traditions.
One of Riga's best-known fine dining restaurants, offering tasting menus, polished service and contemporary Baltic cuisine.
Refined Latvian fine dining in the Old Town, known for seasonal local ingredients, elegant plating and a calm historic setting.
A respected cellar restaurant serving modern Latvian cuisine with game, fish and regional produce in a warm medieval atmosphere.
Moderate for the Baltics: hotels and dining cost more than Vilnius, but public transport is cheap and budget eats are easy to find.
Service is often included only at higher-end venues. Rounding up is common; 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants. Taxis usually round up. Cafes may use small change or none.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Ventspils 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 Ventspils to Riga buses use the Ventspils to Riga station pair, with some services arriving at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga. Use this guide to compare Ventspils and Riga bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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