How to travel from Daugavpils to Riga

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Compare train and bus for Daugavpils to Riga

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Daugavpils to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $15 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 18m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $15, while a bus costs an average of $15.

Distance: 118 miles (190 km)

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$15

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$44

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4h 18m

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3h 48m

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2h 49m

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The cheapest way to travel from Daugavpils to Riga is a bus with an average price of $15 (€12).
The fastest way to travel from Daugavpils to Riga is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 18m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Daugavpils and Riga including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Daugavpils to Riga among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $44 (€37) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $30 (€25). The journey takes 3h 48m versus 2h 49m 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.

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.

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from Daugavpils to Riga

How to get from Daugavpils to Riga by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Daugavpils to Riga is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Lux ExpressK7983/K7937|v115>v121
    9:15 AM3h35
    Daugavpils
    12:50 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Lux ExpressK7983/K7937|v115>v121
    9:15 AM3h35
    Daugavpils
    12:50 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Lux ExpressK7983/K7937|v115>v121
    9:15 AM3h35
    Daugavpils
    12:50 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    $121One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Lux ExpressK7983/K7937|v115>v121
    9:05 AM3h45
    Daugavpils, Autoosta
    12:50 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lux ExpressK7983/K7937|v115>v121
    8:45 AM4h05
    Daugavpils
    12:50 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    $121One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lux ExpressK7983/K7937|v115>v121
    9:15 AM3h52
    Daugavpils
    1:07 PMRīga, Telts iela
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Daugavpils to Riga

Travel to Riga easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Daugavpils to Riga.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Daugavpils and Riga including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Daugavpils to Riga is a bus with an average price of $15 (€12).
The fastest way to travel from Daugavpils to Riga is by bus with an average journey time of 4h 18m.
The distance from Daugavpils to Riga is approximately 118 miles (190 km).
The average frequency per day from Daugavpils to Riga is:
  • Around 7 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Daugavpils and Riga as scheduled services by train and bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Daugavpils to Riga:
  • Buses mostly depart from Daugavpils, Autoosta and arrive in Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Daugavpils to Riga, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lux Express, Infobus, FlixBus, TOKS, Kautra to go to Riga by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Daugavpils to Riga:
  • 7 direct buses per day with Lux Express, Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Daugavpils to Riga often also extend their vacation to go to Tallinn, Vilnius, Warsaw, Kaunas, Stockholm. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Riga and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Riga to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Riga, you can explore the Riga Cathedral, the largest medieval church in the Baltic states, and enjoy its impressive organ. Attend a performance at the Latvian National Opera, known for its high-quality productions. Relax at Jurmala Beach, a popular seaside resort town near Riga. Discover Latvian and international art at the Latvian National Museum of Art, and experience the vibrant cultural hub of Kalnciema Quarter with its markets and events. Visit Riga Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site with medieval architecture, and shop at Riga Central Market, one of Europe's largest. Enjoy panoramic views from St. Peter's Church, admire the Art Nouveau District's intricate facades, and learn about traditional Latvian rural life at the Latvian Ethnographic Open-Air Museum.
Three to four days is ideal to explore Riga's main attractions, including the Old Town, Art Nouveau architecture, and local markets.

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