What is the cheapest way to get from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn?

The cheapest way to get from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn is to bus via Tērbatas iela which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 23m.

What is the fastest way to get from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn?

The fastest way to get from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs €40 - €160.

Is there a direct bus between Old Town Riga, Rīga and Tallinn?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tērbatas iela and arriving at Tallinna bussijaam. Services depart every four hours, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 15m.

Is there a direct train between Old Town Riga, Rīga and Tallinn?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Riia raudteejaam and arriving at Tallinn. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 40m.

How far is it from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn?

The distance between Old Town Riga, Rīga and Tallinn is 296 km. The road distance is 309.4 km.

How do I travel from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn without a car?

The best way to get from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn without a car is to bus via Tērbatas iela which takes 4h 23m and costs €19 - €35.

How long does it take to get from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn?

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn bus from?

Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn bus services, operated by Lux Express, depart from Tērbatas iela station.

Where do I catch the Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn train from?

Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn train services, operated by Elron, depart from Riia raudteejaam station.

Train, bus or fly from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn?

The best way to get from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs €40 - €160. Alternatively, you can bus via Tērbatas iela, which costs €19 - €35 and takes 4h 23m, you could also train, which costs €20 - €40 and takes 6h.

Where does the Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn bus arrive?

Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn bus services, operated by Lux Express, arrive at Tallinna bussijaam station.

Where does the Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn train arrive?

Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn train services, operated by Elron, arrive at Tallinn station.

Can I drive from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn?

Yes, the driving distance between Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn is 309 km. It takes approximately 4h 13m to drive from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn.

How do I get a bus ticket from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn?

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Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn by plane, 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
best
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL)plane RIX - TLL
2h 31m
€41–160
Bus via Tērbatas iela
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Tērbatas iela to Tallinna bussijaambus Rv949 / ...
4h 23m
€19–35
Train
1. Take the train from Riia raudteejaam to Tallinntrain Re37 / ...
6h
€20–40
Drive 309.4 km
1. Drive from Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinncar 309.4 km
4h 13m
€49–71
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Tallinn Bus Stationbus Lux Express 14 / ...
4h 33m
€19–75

Old Town Riga, Rīga to Tallinn by foot and bus

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Distance: 296.1 km
Duration: 2h 31m

What companies run services between Old Town Riga, Rīga, Latvia and Tallinn, Estonia?

Air Baltic flies from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL) 5 times a day. Alternatively, Lux Express operates a bus from Tērbatas iela to Tallinna bussijaam every 4 hours. Tickets cost €19–35 and the journey takes 4h 15m.

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