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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Chernivtsi is to bus which costs 4 153 ₴ and takes 23h.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Chernivtsi is to fly and bus which takes 13h 24m and costs 5 000 ₴ - 15 000 ₴.

Is there a direct bus between Riga and Chernivtsi?

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

Is there a direct train between Riga and Chernivtsi?

No, there is no direct train from Riga to Chernivtsi. However, there are services departing from Rīgas Centrālā stacija and arriving at Chernivtsi via Kaišiadorys, Mockava, Krakow Glowny, Przemysl Glowny and Lviv. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 26h.

How far is it from Riga to Chernivtsi?

The distance between Riga and Chernivtsi is 1356 km. The road distance is 1212.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Chernivtsi without a car is to bus and train which takes 19h 24m and costs 2 300 ₴ - 4 900 ₴.

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

It takes approximately 19h 24m to get from Riga to Chernivtsi, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga to Chernivtsi bus from?

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

Where do I catch the Riga to Chernivtsi train from?

Riga to Chernivtsi train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Rīgas Centrālā stacija station.

Train or bus from Riga to Chernivtsi?

The best way to get from Riga to Chernivtsi is to train which takes 26h and costs 4 800 ₴ - 9 500 ₴. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs 4 153 ₴ and takes 23h.

Where does the Riga to Chernivtsi bus arrive?

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

Where does the Riga to Chernivtsi train arrive?

Riga to Chernivtsi train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Kaišiadorys station.

Can I drive from Riga to Chernivtsi?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Chernivtsi is 1212 km. It takes approximately 17h 32m to drive from Riga to Chernivtsi.

Where can I stay near Chernivtsi?

There are 250+ hotels available in Chernivtsi.

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

There are 7 ways to get from Riga to Chernivtsi by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus, train
best
1. Take the bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Dvirtsevyi Bus Stationbus 824103
2. Take the train from Lviv to Chernivtsitrain 007К / ...
19h 24m
₴2,315–4,854
Train
1. Take the train from Rīgas Centrālā stacija to Kaišiadorystrain 12
2. Take the train from Kaišiadorys to Mockavatrain 31
3. Take the train from Mockava to Krakow Glownytrain Ic
4. Take the train from Krakow Glowny to Przemysl Glownytrain Ic
5. Take the train from Przemysl Glowny to Lvivtrain Ic / ...
6. Take the train from Lviv to Chernivtsitrain
26h
₴4,816–9,409
Drive 1,212.3 km
1. Drive from Riga to Chernivtsicar 1,212.3 km
17h 32m
₴9,454–13,655
Fly to Suceava, bus
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Suceava (SCV)plane RIX - SCV
2. Take the bus from Suceava Airport to Chernivtsi Bus stationbus
16h 52m
₴5,592–16,080
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Chernivtsi Bus stationbus 8252
23h
₴4,153
Fly to Chișinău International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)plane RIX - RMO
2. Take the bus from Chişinău Northern Bus Station to Chernivtsibus
13h 24m
₴5,463–14,436
Fly to Iași International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Iași International Airport (IAS)plane RIX - IAS
2. Take the bus from Iasi, Autogara Codreanu to Suceavabus
3. Take the bus from Suceava to Chernivtsi Bus stationbus
15h 20m

Riga to Chernivtsi by train

7Weekly Trains

26hAverage Duration

₴4,816Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,356.5 km
Duration: 19h 24m

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

You can take a train from Rīgas Centrālā stacija to Chernivtsi via Kaišiadorys, Mockava, Krakow Glowny, Przemysl Glowny, and Lviv in around 26h. Alternatively, Latlines operates a bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Chernivtsi Bus station once a week. Tickets cost ₴4,153 and the journey takes 23h.

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