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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Riga to Tartu
- Cheapest price on 12 Nov
- €22
- Average ticket price on 12 Nov
- €24
- Fastest journey on 12 Nov
- 3 h 40 m
- Average journey duration on 12 Nov
- 4 h 8 m
- Buses on 12 Nov
- 4
- Distance
- 223 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Riga to Tartu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Tartu will cost around €24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only €22.
On Thu, 12 Nov, we found 4 buses from Riga to Tartu, including 4 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 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.
915/25|v121>v2e7:00 AM 3h55 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta 10:55 AM Tartu, Bussijaam €22 1 One-way 0 changes- 915/25|v121>v2e
7:15 AM 3h40 Riga, Ilukstes street/Plavnieki 10:55 AM Tartu, Bussijaam €22 1 One-way 0 changes - 25/175|v121>v2e
1:15 PM 4h05 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta 5:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam €24 1 One-way 0 changes - 25/175|v121>v2e
12:30 PM 4h50 Skulte, Riga International Airport 5:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam €26 1 One-way 0 changes
- 915/25|v121>v2e
7:15 AM 3h40 Riga, Ilukstes street/Plavnieki 10:55 AM Tartu, Bussijaam €22 1 One-way 0 changes - 915/25|v121>v2e
7:00 AM 3h55 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta 10:55 AM Tartu, Bussijaam €22 1 One-way 0 changes - 25/175|v121>v2e
1:15 PM 4h05 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta 5:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam €24 1 One-way 0 changes - 25/175|v121>v2e
12:30 PM 4h50 Skulte, Riga International Airport 5:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam €26 1 One-way 0 changes
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Riga to Tartu
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Buses from Riga to Tartu run on average 4 times per day, taking around 4h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 4 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 223 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 223 km |
Average bus duration 4h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 4 |
Direct buses 4 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 63 days |
Frequently asked questions about your Riga to Tartu trip
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Live departures
Riga to Tartu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Tartu coaches for tomorrow, Thursday, 12 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 915/25|v121>v2e | 7:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h55 | 10:55 AM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 915/25|v121>v2e | 7:15 AM Riga, Ilukstes street/Plavnieki | 3h40 | 10:55 AM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 25/175|v121>v2e | 12:30 PM Skulte, Riga International Airport | 4h50 | 5:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 25/175|v121>v2e | 1:15 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 5:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
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FAQs: Riga to Tartu coach
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Riga and Tartu
Most Riga to Tartu buses use the Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta to Tartu, Bussijaam station pair, with some services arriving at Tartu, Raeplats. Use this guide to compare Riga and Tartu bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Riga station do buses to Tartu leave from?
Getting to Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta from Riga city centre
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.
Getting to Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela from Riga city centre
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.
Getting to Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga from Riga city centre
Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga is 1 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga bus station facilities and services
Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Limited food options available nearby.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga. ATMs are located near the waiting area.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Getting to Tartu, Bussijaam from Tartu city centre
Getting to Tartu, Raeplats from Tartu city centre
Tartu, Raeplats bus station facilities and services
Tartu, Raeplats has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Restaurants are within walking distance.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available in the bus terminal. ATMs are aTM located inside the bus station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Tartu, Raeplats.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Tartu, Raeplats: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Tartu, Raeplats: Station is accessible for wheelchairs.
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