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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Ludza is to train which costs $9 - $14 and takes 3h 48m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Ludza is to drive which takes 3h 33m and costs $45 - $70.

Is there a direct bus between Riga and Ludza?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rīgas SAO and arriving at Ludzas AO. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Riga and Ludza?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Riga-Pasazieru and arriving at Ludza. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 48m.

How far is it from Riga to Ludza?

The distance between Riga and Ludza is 246 km. The road distance is 259.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Ludza without a car is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $9 - $14.

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

The train from Riga-Pasazieru to Ludza takes 3h 48m including transfers and departs twice daily.

Where do I catch the Riga to Ludza bus from?

Riga to Ludza bus services, operated by AS "Rēzeknes autobusu parks", depart from Rīgas SAO station.

Where do I catch the Riga to Ludza train from?

Riga to Ludza train services, operated by Vivi, depart from Riga-Pasazieru station.

Train or bus from Riga to Ludza?

The best way to get from Riga to Ludza is to train which takes 3h 48m and costs $9 - $14. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $17 and takes 4h 20m.

Where does the Riga to Ludza bus arrive?

Riga to Ludza bus services, operated by AS "Rēzeknes autobusu parks", arrive at Ludzas AO station.

Where does the Riga to Ludza train arrive?

Riga to Ludza train services, operated by Vivi, arrive at Ludza station.

Can I drive from Riga to Ludza?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Ludza is 260 km. It takes approximately 3h 33m to drive from Riga to Ludza.

Where can I stay near Ludza?

There are 75+ hotels available in Ludza.

Riga to Ludza - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Riga to Ludza by train, bus, or car

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Riga to Ludza by train

14Weekly Trains

3h 48mAverage Duration

$9Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 246 km
Duration: 3h 48m

What companies run services between Riga, Latvia and Ludza, Latvia?

Vivi operates a train from Riga-Pasazieru to Ludza twice daily. Tickets cost $9–14 and the journey takes 3h 48m. Alternatively, AS "Rēzeknes autobusu parks" operates a bus from Rīgas SAO to Ludzas AO once daily. Tickets cost $1–17 and the journey takes 4h 20m.

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