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244 km.
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Tartu, Estonia → Riga, Latvia

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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from Tartu to Riga

Composite routes from Tartu to Riga

Cheapest
3 h 26 min
Car
244 km.
from $13
Fastest
54 min
Plane

Navigate from Tartu to Riga

Continue onto Vabaduse pst
344 m
Keep right
4 km 534 m
Keep left onto Riia
41 m
Turn left onto Muitas iela
292 m
Turn left onto 11. novembra krastmala
300 m
Arrive at destination

Transport providers

Bus operators

FlixBus

Phone:
+49 30 300 137 300
Email:
Website:
flixbus.com
Bus from Tartu, Bus Station to Riga,
Ave. Duration:
3h 35m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$25.32–$35.44

Lux Express

Phone:
+372 6800 909
Email:
Website:
luxexpress.eu/en
Bus from Tartu, Bus Station to Riga,
Ave. Duration:
3h 55m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$12.66–$36.71
Bus from Tartu bussijaam to Riia
Ave. Duration:
3h 50m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$13.92–$37.97

Go Bus AS

Phone:
+372 640 4000
Email:
Website:
gobus.ee/
Bus from Tartu bussijaam to Turu
Ave. Duration:
1h 54m
Frequency:
5 times a week
Estimated price:
$4.18–$5.82

Airlines

Air Baltic

Website:
airbaltic.com/
Plane from Ülemiste Airport to Riga
Ave. Duration:
50 min
Frequency:
Every day
Estimated price:
$39.24–$265.81

Finnair

Website:
finnair.com/
Plane from Ülemiste Airport to Riga
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$120.25–$303.79
Plane from Tartu Ülenurme Airport to Riga
Ave. Duration:
4h 52m
Frequency:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Sunday
Estimated price:
$94.93–$227.84

Train operators

Lithuanian Railways (LG)

Phone:
(+370) 700 55111
Email:
Website:
ltglink.lt/
Train from Valga to Riga-Pasazieru
Ave. Duration:
2h 26m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$15.19–$24.05

Elron

Phone:
+ 372 616 0245
Email:
Website:
elron.ee/
Train from Tartu to Valga
Ave. Duration:
1h 16m
Frequency:
5 times a day
Estimated price:
$6.20–$10.13
Train from Tartu to Ülemiste
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
Every 2 hours
Estimated price:
$12.02–$21.52

Vivi

Phone:
8760
Email:
Website:
vivi.lv/lv/
Train from Valga to Riga-Pasazieru
Ave. Duration:
2h 22m
Frequency:
Twice daily
Estimated price:
$6.96–$8.86

Questions and Answers

What is the cheapest way to get from Tartu to Riga?

The cheapest way to get from Tartu to Riga is to bus and train which costs $9.24 - $13.04 and takes 5h 16m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tartu to Riga?

The fastest way to get from Tartu to Riga is to drive which takes 3h 27m and costs $43.48 - $65.22 .

Is there a direct bus between Tartu and Riga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tartu, Bus Station station and arriving at Riga, Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Tartu and Riga?

No, there is no direct train from Tartu to Riga. However, there are services departing from Tartu and arriving at Riga-Pasazieru via Valga. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 4h 42m.

How far is it from Tartu to Riga?

The distance between Tartu and Riga is 245 km. The road distance is 245 km.

How do I travel from Tartu to Riga without a car?

The best way to get from Tartu to Riga without a car is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $10.87 - $31.52 .

How long does it take to get from Tartu to Riga?

The bus from Tartu, Bus Station to Riga, Bus Station takes 3h 35m including transfers and departs three times a day.

Where do I catch the Tartu to Riga bus from?

Tartu to Riga bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Tartu, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Tartu to Riga train from?

Tartu to Riga train services, operated by Elron, depart from Tartu station.

Train or bus from Tartu to Riga?

The best way to get from Tartu to Riga is to bus which takes 3h 35m and costs $10.87 - $31.52 . Alternatively, you can train, which costs $18.48 - $29.35 and takes 4h 42m.

Where does the Tartu to Riga bus arrive?

Tartu to Riga bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Riga, Bus Station.

Where does the Tartu to Riga train arrive?

Tartu to Riga train services, operated by Elron, arrive at Valga station.

Can I drive from Tartu to Riga?

Yes, the driving distance between Tartu to Riga is 245 km. It takes approximately 3h 27m to drive from Tartu to Riga.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tartu to Riga?

Book your Tartu to Riga bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Riga?

There are 1578+ hotels available in Riga. Prices start at $59.49 per night.
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