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

The cheapest way to get from Chernivtsi to Riga is to bus which costs $98 and takes 23h.

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

The fastest way to get from Chernivtsi to Riga is to bus and fly which takes 12h 25m and costs $130 - $390.

Is there a direct bus between Chernivtsi and Riga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Chernivtsi Bus station station and arriving at Riga Central Bus Station station. Services depart once a week, and operate Sunday. The journey takes approximately 23h.

Is there a direct train between Chernivtsi and Riga?

No, there is no direct train from Chernivtsi to Riga. However, there are services departing from Chernivtsi and arriving at Riga-Pasazieru via Lviv, Przemysl Glowny, Krakow Glowny, Trakiszki and Kaisiadorys. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 25h 14m.

How far is it from Chernivtsi to Riga?

The distance between Chernivtsi and Riga is 1140 km. The road distance is 1198.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Chernivtsi to Riga without a car is to bus which takes 23h and costs $98.

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

It takes approximately 13h 18m to get from Chernivtsi to Riga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Chernivtsi to Riga bus from?

Chernivtsi to Riga bus services, operated by Latlines, depart from Chernivtsi Bus station.

Where do I catch the Chernivtsi to Riga train from?

Chernivtsi to Riga train services, operated by Ukrainian Railways (УЗ), depart from Chernivtsi station.

Train or bus from Chernivtsi to Riga?

The best way to get from Chernivtsi to Riga is to bus which takes 23h and costs $98. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $110 - $210 and takes 25h 14m.

Where does the Chernivtsi to Riga bus arrive?

Chernivtsi to Riga bus services, operated by Latlines, arrive at Riga Central Bus Station.

Where does the Chernivtsi to Riga train arrive?

Chernivtsi to Riga train services, operated by Ukrainian Railways (УЗ), arrive at Lviv station.

Can I drive from Chernivtsi to Riga?

Yes, the driving distance between Chernivtsi to Riga is 1199 km. It takes approximately 17h 56m to drive from Chernivtsi to Riga.

Where can I stay near Riga?

There are 1885+ hotels available in Riga.

Chernivtsi to Riga - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 6 ways to get from Chernivtsi to Riga by bus, plane, train, or car

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Bus to Suceava, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Chernivtsi Bus station to Suceava Airportbus
2. Fly from Suceava (SCV) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane SCV - RIX
13h 18m
$124–373
Bus via Ternopil
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Chernivtsi Bus station to Ternopilbus
2. Take the bus from Ternopil to Panevezysbus
3. Take the bus from Panevežis to Riiabus
24h 16m
$66–137
Bus
1. Take the bus from Chernivtsi Bus station to Riga Central Bus Stationbus 8252
23h
$98
Train
1. Take the train from Chernivtsi to Lvivtrain
2. Take the train from Lviv to Przemysl Glownytrain
3. Take the train from Przemysl Glowny to Krakow Glownytrain Ic
4. Take the train from Krakow Glowny to Trakiszkitrain Ic
5. Take the train from Trakiszki to Kaisiadorystrain
6. Take the train from Kaisiadorys to Riga-Pasazierutrain 889
25h 14m
$111–208
Drive 1,198.7 km
1. Drive from Chernivtsi to Rigacar 1,198.7 km
17h 56m
$216–312
Bus to Chișinău International Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Chernivtsi Bus station to Chişinău Northern Bus Stationbus
2. Fly from Chișinău International Airport (RMO) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane RMO - RIX
12h 25m
$139–383

Chernivtsi to Riga by train

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25h 14mAverage Duration

$111Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,140.2 km
Duration: 13h 18m

What companies run services between Chernivtsi, Ukraine and Riga, Latvia?

Latlines operates a bus from Chernivtsi Bus station to Riga Central Bus Station once a week. Tickets cost $98 and the journey takes 23h. Alternatively, you can take a train from Chernivtsi to Riga-Pasazieru via Lviv, Przemysl Glowny, Krakow Glowny, Trakiszki, and Kaisiadorys in around 25h 14m.

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