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

The cheapest way to get from Budapest to Riga is to train which costs $85 - $150 and takes 23h 52m.

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

The fastest way to get from Budapest to Riga is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs $75 - $250.

Is there a direct bus between Budapest and Riga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar and arriving at Riga, Bus Station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Tuesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 22h 35m.

Is there a direct train between Budapest and Riga?

No, there is no direct train from Budapest to Riga. However, there are services departing from Budapest-Nyugati pu and arriving at Rīgas Centrālā stacija via Warszawa Zachodnia, Kaunas and Kaišiadorys. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 52m.

How far is it from Budapest to Riga?

The distance between Budapest and Riga is 1127 km. The road distance is 1327.9 km.

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

The best way to get from Budapest to Riga without a car is to bus which takes 22h 35m and costs $140 - $220.

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

It takes approximately 4h 48m to get from Budapest to Riga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Riga bus from?

Budapest to Riga bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar station.

Where do I catch the Budapest to Riga train from?

Budapest to Riga train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), depart from Budapest-Nyugati pu station.

Train, bus or fly from Budapest to Riga?

The best way to get from Budapest to Riga is to fly which takes 4h 48m and costs $75 - $250. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $140 - $220 and takes 22h 35m, you could also train, which costs $85 - $150 and takes 23h 52m.

Where does the Budapest to Riga bus arrive?

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

What is the time difference between Budapest and Riga?

Riga is 1h ahead of Budapest. It is currently 10:43 PM in Budapest and 11:43 PM in Riga.

Where does the Budapest to Riga train arrive?

Budapest to Riga train services, operated by Railways of Slovak Republic (ZSSK), arrive at Warszawa Zachodnia station.

Can I drive from Budapest to Riga?

Yes, the driving distance between Budapest to Riga is 1328 km. It takes approximately 16h 8m to drive from Budapest to Riga.

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

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

Where can I stay near Riga?

There are 1995+ hotels available in Riga.

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Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
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1. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane BUD - RIX
4h 48m
$78–243
Bus
1. Take the bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Riga, Bus Stationbus N1301
22h 35m
$140–220
Train
1. Take the train from Budapest-Nyugati pu to Warszawa Zachodniatrain
2. Take the train from Warszawa Zachodnia to Kaunastrain
3. Take the train from Kaišiadorys to Rīgas Centrālā stacijatrain
23h 52m
$89–144
Drive 1,327.9 km
1. Drive from Budapest to Rigacar 1,327.9 km
16h 8m
$251–363
Train to Vienna International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Budapest-Kelenfoeld to Wien Hbftrain
2. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane VIE - RIX
7h 12m
$135–327

Budapest to Riga by bus

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Distance: 1,126.7 km
Duration: 4h 48m

What companies run services between Budapest, Hungary and Riga, Latvia?

Air Baltic and LOT fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Riga International Airport (RIX) once daily. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Riga, Bus Station 5 times a week. Tickets cost $140–220 and the journey takes 22h 35m.

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