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

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Riga is to bus via Tallinn which costs $29 - $55 and takes 11h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Riga is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $55 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Riga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 and arriving at Riga, Bus Station station. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 7h 10m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Riga?

The distance between Helsinki and Riga is 413 km.

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

The best way to get from Helsinki to Riga without a car is to ferry and bus which takes 7h 6m and costs $60 - $85.

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

It takes approximately 2h 47m to get from Helsinki to Riga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Riga bus from?

Helsinki to Riga bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 station.

Bus or fly from Helsinki to Riga?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Riga is to fly which takes 2h 47m and costs $55 - $190. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $30 - $55 and takes 7h 10m.

Where does the Helsinki to Riga bus arrive?

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

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

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

Where can I stay near Riga?

There are 2056+ hotels available in Riga.

Helsinki to Riga - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, ferry, bus, and car

There are 8 ways to get from Helsinki to Riga by plane, ferry, 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.

Fly from Helsinki Airport
best
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane HEL - RIX
2h 47m
$58–185
Bus via Tallinn #2
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Helsinki, Bus Station to Tallinn, Bus Stationbus 1203 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tallinna bussijaam to Esplanādebus Rv949 / ...
11h 7m
$29–52
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Helsinki to Tallinnferry Helsinki-Tallinn
2. Take the bus from Tallinn Bus Station to Riga Central Bus Stationbus Lux Express 14 / ...
7h 6m
$63–81
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Tallinn, Harbour Terminal Dbus 1203 / ...
2. Take the train from Tallinn to Riia raudteejaamtrain Re37 / ...
9h 14m
$32–64
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Helsinki to Tallinnferry
2. Drive from Port Of Tallinn (Terminal D) to Rigacar
6h 50m
$70–116
Ferry to Lennart Meri International Airport, fly
1. Take the ferry from Helsinki to Tallinnferry
2. Fly from Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane TLL - RIX
4h 54m
$84–235
Bus
1. Take the bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Riga, Bus Stationbus N1205 / ...
7h 10m
$30–55
Bus via Tallinn
1. Take the bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Tallinn, Harbour Terminal Dbus 1203 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tallinn, Harbour Terminal D to Riga, Bus Stationbus 1205 / ...
8h 12m
$42–51

Helsinki to Riga by ferry, foot, tram, and bus

49Weekly Services

7h 6mAverage Duration

$63Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 413.1 km
Duration: 2h 47m

What companies run services between Helsinki, Finland and Riga, Latvia?

Air Baltic, Finnair, and Norwegian Air International fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Riga International Airport (RIX) every 3 hours. Alternatively, FlixBus operates a bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Riga, Bus Station 3 times a day. Tickets cost $30–55 and the journey takes 7h 10m.

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