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Cheapest and Fastest Ways to Travel from {from} to {to}

Composite routes from Riga to Smiltene

Cheapest
1 h 53 min
Car
130 km.
from $7

Transport providers

Train operators

Lithuanian Railways (LG)

Phone:
(+370) 700 55111
Email:
Website:
ltglink.lt/
Train from Riga-Pasazieru to Ligatne
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Once daily
Estimated price:
$6.99–$12.11

Vivi

Phone:
8760
Email:
Website:
vivi.lv/lv/
Train from Riga-Pasazieru to Ligatne
Ave. Duration:
1h 3m
Frequency:
Every 4 hours
Estimated price:
$3.43–$4.45

Bus operators

SIA "VTU Valmiera"

Phone:
64222021
Email:
Website:
vtu-valmiera.lv/
Bus from Rīgas SAO to Smiltenes
Ave. Duration:
2h 35m
Frequency:
4 times a day
Estimated price:
$0.83–$8.89
Bus from Augšlīgatne to Smiltenes
Ave. Duration:
1h 13m
Frequency:
4 times a day

AS "Talsu Autotransports"

Phone:
(+371) 63232100
Email:
Website:
autotransports.lv
Bus from Rīgas SAO to Smiltenes
Ave. Duration:
2h 55m
Frequency:
Hourly
Estimated price:
$0.76–$10.16
Bus from Augšlīgatne to Smiltenes
Ave. Duration:
1h 22m
Frequency:
Hourly

Questions and Answers

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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Smiltene is to bus which costs $1 - $8.70 and takes 2h 55m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Smiltene is to drive which takes 1h 55m and costs $22.83 - $33.70 .

Is there a direct bus between Riga and Smiltene?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rīgas SAO and arriving at Smiltenes AO. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 2h 55m.

How far is it from Riga to Smiltene?

The distance between Riga and Smiltene is 136 km. The road distance is 130.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Smiltene without a car is to bus which takes 2h 55m and costs $1 - $8.70 .

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

The bus from Rīgas SAO to Smiltenes AO takes 2h 55m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Riga to Smiltene bus from?

Riga to Smiltene bus services, operated by AS "Talsu Autotransports", depart from Rīgas SAO station.

Where does the Riga to Smiltene bus arrive?

Riga to Smiltene bus services, operated by AS "Talsu Autotransports", arrive at Smiltenes AO station.

Can I drive from Riga to Smiltene?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Smiltene is 130 km. It takes approximately 1h 55m to drive from Riga to Smiltene.

Where can I stay near Smiltene?

There are 21+ hotels available in Smiltene. Prices start at $31.80 per night.
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