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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Moldova is to bus via Vinnytsia which costs $130 - $210 and takes 28h 7m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Moldova is to fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $80 - $270.

Is there a direct bus between Riga and Moldova?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rīga and arriving at Chisinau, Gara Feroviara. Services depart six times a week, and operate Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. The journey takes approximately 43h 33m.

Is there a direct train between Riga and Moldova?

No, there is no direct train from Riga to Moldova. However, there are services departing from Rīgas Centrālā stacija and arriving at Chisinau via Kaišiadorys, Mockava, Warszawa Wschodnia and Kyiv-Pas.. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 46h 6m.

How far is it from Riga to Moldova?

The distance between Riga and Moldova is 1183 km. The road distance is 1481.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Moldova without a car is to train and bus which takes 23h 47m and costs $120 - $200.

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

It takes approximately 5h 58m to get from Riga to Moldova, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga to Moldova bus from?

Riga to Moldova bus services, operated by Ecolines (Autolux), depart from Riga Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Riga to Moldova train from?

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

Train, bus or fly from Riga to Moldova?

The best way to get from Riga to Moldova is to fly which takes 5h 58m and costs $80 - $270. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $190 - $340 and takes 46h 6m, you could also bus via Vinnytsia, which costs $130 - $210 and takes 28h 7m.

Where does the Riga to Moldova bus arrive?

Riga to Moldova bus services, operated by Ecolines (Autolux), arrive at Vinnytsia Central Bus Station.

Where does the Riga to Moldova train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riga to Moldova?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Moldova is 1482 km. It takes approximately 22h 8m to drive from Riga to Moldova.

Where can I stay near Moldova?

There are 1768+ hotels available in Moldova.

Riga to Moldova - 9 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 9 ways to get from Riga to Moldova by plane, train, bus, 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 to Chișinău International Airport
best
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)plane RIX - RMO
5h 58m
$84–270
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rīgas Centrālā stacija to Kaišiadorystrain 891/892 / ...
2. Take the bus from Kaunas, Lithuania to Chișinău, North Bus Stationbus Kaunas/Chișinău
23h 47m
$128–200
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 Warszawa Wschodniatrain Ic
4. Take the train from Warszawa Wschodnia to Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyitrain 68
5. Take the train from Kyiv-Pas. to Chisinautrain 351
46h 6m
$199–333
Drive 1,481.7 km
1. Drive from Riga to Chișinăucar 1,481.7 km
22h 8m
$267–386
Fly to Iași International Airport, drive
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Iași International Airport (IAS)plane RIX - IAS
2. Drive from Iași International Airport (IAS) to Unghenicar
10h 9m
$98–358
Fly to Suceava, bus
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Suceava (SCV)plane RIX - SCV
2. Take the bus from Suceava to Baltibus
11h 20m
$167–401
Bus via Vinnytsia
1. Take the bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Vinnytsia Central Bus Stationbus
2. Take the bus from Vinnytsia to Mohyliv-Podilskyibus
3. Take the bus from Mohyliv-Podilskyy to Chisinau Airportbus
28h 7m
$134–208
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Chernivtsi Bus stationbus 8252
2. Take the bus from Chernivtsi Bus station to Chişinău Northern Bus Stationbus
31h 29m
$154–170
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Rīga to Chisinau, Gara Feroviarabus
43h 33m
$190–550

Riga to Moldova by train, bus, and foot

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23h 47mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,182.7 km
Duration: 5h 58m

What companies run services between Riga, Latvia and Moldova?

Air Baltic flies from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO) 5 times a week. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rīgas Centrālā stacija to Chisinau via Kaišiadorys, Mockava, Warszawa Wschodnia, and Kyiv-Pas. in around 46h 6m.

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