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

The cheapest way to get from Nitra to Riga is to train which costs $75 - $120 and takes 23h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Nitra to Riga is to bus and fly which takes 6h 52m and costs $70 - $270.

Is there a direct train between Nitra and Riga?

No, there is no direct train from Nitra to Riga. However, there are services departing from Nitra and arriving at Riga-Pasazieru via Nove Zamky, Warszawa Wschodnia, Trakiszki and Kaisiadorys. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 23h 56m.

How far is it from Nitra to Riga?

The distance between Nitra and Riga is 1259 km. The road distance is 1257.1 km.

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

The best way to get from Nitra to Riga without a car is to train which takes 23h 56m and costs $75 - $120.

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

It takes approximately 6h 52m to get from Nitra to Riga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Nitra to Riga train from?

Nitra to Riga train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), depart from Nove Zamky station.

What is the time difference between Nitra and Riga?

Riga is 1h ahead of Nitra. It is currently 3:56 PM in Nitra and 4:56 PM in Riga.

Where does the Nitra to Riga train arrive?

Nitra to Riga train services, operated by Hungarian Railways (MÁV), arrive at Warszawa Wschodnia station.

Can I drive from Nitra to Riga?

Yes, the driving distance between Nitra to Riga is 1257 km. It takes approximately 13h 37m to drive from Nitra to Riga.

Where can I stay near Riga?

There are 1887+ hotels available in Riga.

Nitra to Riga - 7 ways to travel via train, bus, plane, and car

There are 7 ways to get from Nitra to Riga by bus, plane, 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, bus to Vienna International Airport, fly
best
1. Take the bus from Nitra to Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivybus
2. Take the bus from Bratislava, Autobusová stanica Mlynské Nivy to Vienna International Airportbus
3. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane VIE - RIX
6h 52m
$70–264
Train
1. Take the train from Nove Zamky to Warszawa Wschodniatrain Ec
2. Take the train from Warszawa Wschodnia to Trakiszkitrain Ic
3. Take the train from Trakiszki to Kaisiadorystrain
4. Take the train from Kaisiadorys to Riga-Pasazierutrain 889
23h 56m
$77–114
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Nitra to Trnavatrain Re
2. Take the train from Trnava to Zilinatrain 653 / ...
3. Take the bus from Žilina to Riga, Bus Stationbus
24h 9m
$81–224
Drive 1,257.1 km
1. Drive from Nitra to Rigacar 1,257.1 km
13h 37m
$227–327
Train to Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Nove Zamky to Budapest-Nyugatitrain
2. Fly from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport (BUD) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane BUD - RIX
8h 19m
$89–271
Bus to Bratislava Airport, fly
1. Take the bus from Nitra Bus Station Stanicna to Bratislava Airportbus
2. Fly from Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane BTS - RIX
11h 58m
$75–283
Train, bus via Katowice
1. Take the train from Nitra to Trnavatrain Re
2. Take the train from Trnava to Zilinatrain 653 / ...
3. Take the train from Zilina to Cesky Tesintrain Ec / ...
4. Take the bus from Cieszyn to Tychybus
5. Take the bus from Katowice to Rīgabus
30h 57m

Nitra to Riga by train

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23h 56mAverage Duration

$77Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,258.9 km
Duration: 6h 52m

What companies run services between Nitra, Slovakia and Riga, Latvia?

You can take a train from Nitra to Riga-Pasazieru via Nove Zamky, Warszawa Wschodnia, Trakiszki, and Kaisiadorys in around 23h 56m.

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