How to travel from Riga to Rome

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Compare bus and flight for Riga to Rome

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Riga to Rome among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $189 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 27m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.9 - 4.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $189, while a flight costs an average of $631.

Distance: 1160 miles (1867 km)

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$631

Average price

$189

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Cheapest

$564

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 27m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 27m

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40h 47m

Average total duration

40h 17m

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30m

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25h 13m

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5.6 - 11.2kg

CO2 emissions

1.9 - 4.7kg

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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 Rome is a bus with an average price of $189 (€158).

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

A bus is $464 (€388) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Riga to Rome costing on average $652 (€545).

The fastest way to travel from Riga to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 18m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 40h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Riga and Rome including taking a bus and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Riga to Rome among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 20h 55m sooner (4h 18m by flight vs 25h 13m by car). Tickets start at around $652 (€545) compared to roughly $564 (€472) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Riga to Rome

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

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flight

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

  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD82062 · D83732
    4:30 PM5h15
    Riga International Airport
    8:45 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $1541One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD82062 · D83732
    4:30 PM5h15
    Riga International Airport
    8:45 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $1541One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Air BalticBT633
    11:25 AM3h05
    Riga International Airport
    1:30 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $3921One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:00 AM45h00
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    11:00 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $1561One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    9:50 AM45h20
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    6:10 AMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $1561One-way
    2 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    7:20 PM43h00
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    1:20 PMRoma, Autostazione Tiburtina
    $1571One-way
    1 transfer
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD82062 · D83730
    4:30 PM18h10
    Riga International Airport
    9:40 AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $1541One-way
    1 transfer
  • Norwegian Air ShuttleD82030 · D84355
    8:00 AM27h10
    Riga International Airport
    10:10 AMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $1811One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO782 · LO3911 · LO2141
    6:30 PM18h30
    Riga International Airport
    12:00 PMRome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport
    $1841One-way
    2 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Riga to Rome

Travel to Rome 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 Rome.

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There are 2 options to travel between Riga and Rome including taking a bus and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Riga to Rome is a bus with an average price of $189 (€158).

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

A bus is $443 (€370) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Riga to Rome costing on average $631 (€527).

The fastest way to travel from Riga to Rome is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 27m.

Other travel options to Rome take longer:

Bus takes on average 40h 47m.

The distance from Riga to Rome is approximately 1160 miles (1867 km).
The average frequency per day from Riga to Rome is:
  • Around 30 flights per day.
  • Around 6 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Riga to Rome:
  • Buses mostly depart from Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and arrive in Roma, Autostazione Tiburtina.
  • Flights mostly depart from Riga International Airport and arrive in Rome Leonardo da Vinci Fiumicino Airport.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Riga to Rome, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Buzz, Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Malta Air, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Lufthansa, Sas Airways, ITA, El Al, Icelandair, Brussels Airlines, Austrian Airlines, tarom, Turkish Airlines, TAP Portugal to go to Rome by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Rome by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Riga to Rome:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Buzz, Air Baltic, Malta Air, ITA.
Omio customers who travel from Riga to Rome often also extend their vacation to go to Florence, Naples, Milan, Venice, Paris. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Rome and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Rome to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Rome, explore Trastevere's charming streets and nightlife, stroll through Villa Borghese's parks and museums, enjoy gelato at the lively Piazza Navona, and visit the Spanish Steps for views and people-watching. Discover the ancient Catacombs with guided tours, and don't miss the best sights: the iconic Colosseum, the art-filled Vatican Museums including the Sistine Chapel, the ruins of the Roman Forum, the well-preserved Pantheon, and the famous Trevi Fountain where you can toss a coin for good luck.
To experience Rome's main attractions, a stay of 3 to 4 days is generally recommended, allowing time to visit landmarks like the Colosseum, Vatican City, and explore local neighborhoods.

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