How to travel from Riga to Berlin

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Riga to Berlin

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Riga to Berlin among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $62. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 17m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.8 - 2.1kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $62, and a flight costs an average of $64.

Distance: 523 miles (843 km)

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Driving

$88

Average price

Cheapest

$241

Average price

$251

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

19h 57m

Average total duration

19h 27m

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5h 17m

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2h 17m

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12h 42m

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0.8 - 2.1kg

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2.5 - 5.1kg

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Ecolines

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Riga to Berlin is a train with an average price of $85 (€69).

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

A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Riga to Berlin costing on average $88 (€71).

A train is $156 (€126) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Riga to Berlin costing on average $241 (€194).

The fastest way to travel from Riga to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Bus takes on average 19h 27m.

Train takes on average 29h 38m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Riga and Berlin including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Riga to Berlin among Omio's users.

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from Riga to Berlin

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

Our recommendation

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

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 PM18h00
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    3:05 PMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    $861One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    10:05 PM18h00
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    3:05 PMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    $861One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Air BalticBT213
    7:15 PM1h40
    Riga International Airport
    7:55 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    $2691One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    3:40 PM18h20
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    9:00 AMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    $881One-way
    0 transfers
  • Ecolines
    1:00 PM19h00
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    7:00 AMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    $981One-way
    0 transfers
  • Ecolines
    6:30 PM20h00
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    1:30 PMBerlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB)
    $981One-way
    0 transfers
  • Air BalticBT343 · BT921
    1:45 PM8h20
    Riga International Airport
    9:05 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    $1751One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air BalticBT341 · BT921
    7:50 AM14h15
    Riga International Airport
    9:05 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    $2001One-way
    1 transfer
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD82062 · D83304
    4:30 PM5h45
    Riga International Airport
    9:15 PMBerlin Brandenburg Airport
    $2151One-way
    1 transfer

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How to Travel from Riga to Berlin

Travelers journey between Riga and Berlin frequently for both business and leisure. It is convenient to travel from Rega to Berlin by plane or bus with direct routes departing multiple times per day. Key arrival points in Berlin include the Tegel and Schönefeld airports, as well as the ZOB bus stations.

Buses from Riga to Berlin

Riga to Berlin Travel Comparison

Average Price

Travel Time

Cheapest Time to Book

buses

€55

18:15 h

2 Weeks Ahead

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€77

1:40 h

2 Months Ahead



What is the best way to travel from Riga to Berlin?

Cheapest way to travel from Riga to Berlin


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Taking the bus is the cheapest way to travel from Riga to Berlin. Buses traveling from Riga to Berlin take at least 18:15 h to arrive either Berlin ZOB or Alexanderplatz bus station. Indirect services require a change in Marijampole (LT). Over 10 buses travel from Riga to Berlin every day with the first bus departing Riga at 9:40 a.m. Bus companies that travel from Riga to Berlin include InfoBus, Ecolines and Eurolines.


Fastest way to travel from Riga to Berlin


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Flying is the fastest way to travel from Riga to Berlin. Flights traveling from Riga to Berlin depart from either Riga's main airport and arrive at either Berlin's Tegel or Schönefeld airport. Several airlines offer both direct and indirect flights throughout the day, seven days a week. Airlines that fly directly from Riga to Berlin include Lufthansa, EasyJet, Eurowings, and Air Berlin.


Most popular way to travel from Riga to Berlin


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Taking a flight is the most popular way to travel from Riga to Berlin, as it is significantly faster and less expensive that taking the train when booked even slightly ahead of time. Over 10 direct flights travel from Riga to Berlin per day. Some of the airline ticket cost can be offset by planning ahead and booking your Riga to Berlin travel as far ahead of time as possible.


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FAQs: Travel from Riga to Berlin

Travel to Berlin 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 Riga to Berlin.

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There are 3 options to travel between Riga and Berlin including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Riga to Berlin is a train with an average price of $85 (€69).

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

A train is $2 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Riga to Berlin costing on average $88 (€71).

A train is $156 (€126) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Riga to Berlin costing on average $241 (€194).

The fastest way to travel from Riga to Berlin is by flight with an average journey time of 2h 17m.

Other travel options to Berlin take longer:

Bus takes on average 19h 27m.

Train takes on average 29h 38m.

The distance from Riga to Berlin is approximately 523 miles (843 km).
The average frequency per day from Riga to Berlin is:
  • Around 42 flights per day.
  • Around 16 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Riga and Berlin 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 Riga to Berlin:
  • Flights mostly depart from Riga International Airport and arrive in Berlin Brandenburg Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and arrive in Berlin, Zentraler Omnibusbahnhof (ZOB).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Riga to Berlin, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ecolines, FlixBus to go to Berlin by bus.
  • Travel with Air Baltic, Ryanair, Lot Polish Airlines, Malta Air, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Buzz, Lufthansa to go to Berlin by flight.
  • Travel with LTG Link to go to Berlin by train.
Yes, there are direct services available from Riga to Berlin with the following travel companies:
  • 4 direct buses per day with Ecolines, FlixBus.
  • 1 direct flights per day with Air Baltic, Ryanair, Malta Air, Buzz.
Omio customers who travel from Riga to Berlin often also extend their vacation to go to Prague, Paris, Amsterdam, Munich, Dresden. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Berlin and these popular destinations at a great price.
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