How to travel from Liepāja to Riga

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Liepāja to Riga

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Liepāja to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $14 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 3h 40m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $14, while a flight costs an average of $1,123.

Distance: 120 miles (194 km)

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$14

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$1,123

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$43

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3h 40m

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3h 10m

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6h 32m

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2h 51m

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Compare ways to travel from Liepāja to Riga

Compare the available ways to get from Liepāja to Riga, with the key details around price, speed, convenience, and direct service.

The cheapest way to travel from Liepāja to Riga is a bus with an average price of $14.

This is compared to other travel options from Liepāja to Riga:

A bus is $1,109 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Liepāja to Riga costing on average $1,123.

The fastest way to travel from Liepāja to Riga is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 40m.

Other travel options to Riga take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 32m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Liepāja and Riga including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Liepāja 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 $14 compared to roughly $43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $29. The journey takes 3h 10m versus 2h 51m 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 Liepāja to Riga

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

Our recommendation

bus

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

  • Lux ExpressK7937|v119>v121
    5:34 PM3h01
    Liepaja, Saulesdruvas
    8:35 PMRīga, Zolitūdes iela
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • Lux ExpressK7937|v119>v121
    5:34 PM3h01
    Liepaja, Saulesdruvas
    8:35 PMRīga, Zolitūdes iela
    $151One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air BalticBT376
    5:45 AM0h40
    Palanga International Airport
    6:25 AMRiga International Airport
    $1591One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Lux ExpressK7937|v119>v121
    7:04 PM3h01
    Liepaja, Saulesdruvas
    10:05 PMRīga, Zolitūdes iela
    $151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lux ExpressK7937|v119>v121
    7:00 PM3h05
    Liepāja, Liepājas Autoosta
    10:05 PMRīga, Zolitūdes iela
    $151One-way
    0 transfers
  • Lux ExpressK7937|v119>v121
    5:34 PM3h05
    Liepaja, Saulesdruvas
    8:39 PMRīga, Liepājas iela
    $151One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLMKL1266+Air BalticKL2835+Sas AirwaysKL8439
    4:00 PM25h15
    Palanga International Airport
    5:15 PMRiga International Airport
    $1,2041One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1266+Air BalticKL3091+Sas AirwaysKL8439
    4:00 PM21h10
    Palanga International Airport
    1:10 PMRiga International Airport
    $1,2761One-way
    2 transfers
  • KLMKL1266+Air BalticKL3093+Sas AirwaysKL8439
    4:00 PM30h15
    Palanga International Airport
    10:15 PMRiga International Airport
    $1,2761One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Liepāja 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 Liepāja to Riga.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Liepāja and Riga including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Liepāja to Riga is a bus with an average price of $14.

This is compared to other travel options from Liepāja to Riga:

A bus is $1,109 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Liepāja to Riga costing on average $1,123.

The fastest way to travel from Liepāja to Riga is by bus with an average journey time of 3h 40m.

Other travel options to Riga take longer:

Flight takes on average 6h 32m.

The distance from Liepāja to Riga is approximately 120 miles (194 km).
The average frequency per day from Liepāja to Riga is:
  • Around 107 buses per day.
  • Around 15 flights per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Liepāja to Riga:
  • Buses mostly depart from Liepāja, Liepājas Autoosta and arrive in Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta.
  • Flights mostly depart from Palanga International Airport and arrive in Riga International Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Liepāja to Riga, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Lux Express, Infobus to go to Riga by bus.
  • Travel with Air Baltic to go to Riga by flight.
Yes, there are direct services available from Liepāja to Riga with the following travel companies:
  • 107 direct buses per day with Lux Express, Infobus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Air Baltic.
Omio customers who travel from Liepāja 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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