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

The cheapest way to get from Balvi to Riga is to train which costs $10 - $16 and takes 4h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Balvi to Riga is to drive which takes 3h and costs $35 - $60.

Is there a direct bus between Balvi and Riga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Balvu AO and arriving at Rīgas SAO. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 38m.

How far is it from Balvi to Riga?

The distance between Balvi and Riga is 225 km. The road distance is 218.4 km.

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

The best way to get from Balvi to Riga without a car is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $11 - $14.

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

The bus from Balvu AO to Rīgas SAO takes 3h 38m including transfers and departs every four hours.

Where do I catch the Balvi to Riga bus from?

Balvi to Riga bus services, operated by Wanema, depart from Balvu AO station.

Train or bus from Balvi to Riga?

The best way to get from Balvi to Riga is to bus which takes 3h 38m and costs $11 - $14. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $10 - $16 and takes 4h 48m.

Where does the Balvi to Riga bus arrive?

Balvi to Riga bus services, operated by Wanema, arrive at Rīgas SAO station.

Can I drive from Balvi to Riga?

Yes, the driving distance between Balvi to Riga is 218 km. It takes approximately 3h to drive from Balvi to Riga.

Where can I stay near Riga?

There are 333+ hotels available in Riga.

Balvi to Riga - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Balvi to Riga by bus, train, or car

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Balvu AO to Rīgas SAObus 7911 / ...
3h 38m
$11–14
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Gulbene to Riga-Pasazierutrain 805 / ...
4h 48m
$10–15
Drive 218.4 km
1. Drive from Balvi to Rigacar 218.4 km
3h
$40–57
Bus via Cēsis
1. Take the bus from Balvu AO to Cēsu AObus 7767
2. Take the bus from Cēsu AO to Rīgas SAObus 7730 / ...
6h 31m
$14–20

Balvi to Riga by bus

49Weekly Buses

3h 38mAverage Duration

$11Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 225.2 km
Duration: 3h 38m

What companies run services between Balvi, Latvia and Riga, Latvia?

Wanema operates a bus from Balvu AO to Rīgas SAO every 4 hours. Tickets cost $11–14 and the journey takes 3h 38m. Alternatively, Vivi operates a train from Gulbene to Riga-Pasazieru 3 times a week. Tickets cost $8–12 and the journey takes 3h 12m.

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