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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Narva is to bus which costs €20 - €50 and takes 8h 4m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Narva is to drive which takes 5h 52m and costs €65 - €95.

Is there a direct bus between Riga and Narva?

No, there is no direct bus from Riga to Narva. However, there are services departing from Riia and arriving at Peetri plats via Tallinna bussijaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 8h 4m.

Is there a direct train between Riga and Narva?

No, there is no direct train from Riga to Narva. However, there are services departing from Riga-Pasazieru and arriving at Narva via Tapa. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 7h 57m.

How far is it from Riga to Narva?

The distance between Riga and Narva is 492 km. The road distance is 421.5 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Narva without a car is to train which takes 7h 57m and costs €25 - €50.

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

It takes approximately 7h 57m to get from Riga to Narva, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga to Narva bus from?

Riga to Narva bus services, operated by Lux Express, depart from Riia station.

Where do I catch the Riga to Narva train from?

Riga to Narva train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Riga-Pasazieru station.

Train or bus from Riga to Narva?

The best way to get from Riga to Narva is to train which takes 7h 57m and costs €25 - €50. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs €20 - €50 and takes 8h 4m.

Where does the Riga to Narva bus arrive?

Riga to Narva bus services, operated by Lux Express, arrive at Tallinna bussijaam station.

Where does the Riga to Narva train arrive?

Riga to Narva train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Tapa station.

Can I drive from Riga to Narva?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Narva is 422 km. It takes approximately 5h 52m to drive from Riga to Narva.

How do I get a bus ticket from Riga to Narva?

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Where can I stay near Narva?

There are 195+ hotels available in Narva.

Riga to Narva - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 6 ways to get from Riga to Narva by train, bus, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Tapatrain 889_874_17
2. Take the train from Tapa to Narvatrain Re33 / ...
7h 57m
€26–46
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Riia to Tallinna bussijaambus El14 / ...
2. Take the bus from Tallinna bussijaam to Peetri platsbus 347 / ...
8h 4m
€20–49
Drive 421.5 km
1. Drive from Riga to Narvacar 421.5 km
5h 52m
€66–95
Fly to Lennart Meri International Airport, train
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL)plane RIX - TLL
2. Take the train from Ülemiste to Narvatrain
6h 8m
€43–144
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Valgatrain 872 / ...
2. Take the bus from Valga bussijaam to Elvabus 369 / ...
3. Take the bus from Tartu bussijaam to Energiabus 341
10h 9m
Fly to Tartu Ülenurme Airport, bus
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Tartu Ülenurme Airport (TAY)plane RIX - TAY
2. Take the bus from Tartu bussijaam to Tempobus
10h 44m
€193–348

Riga to Narva by train

21Weekly Trains

7h 57mAverage Duration

€26Cheapest Price

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Distance: 491.9 km
Duration: 7h 57m

What companies run services between Riga, Latvia and Narva, Estonia?

You can take a train from Riga-Pasazieru to Narva via Tapa in around 7h 57m. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Riia to Peetri plats via Tallinna bussijaam in around 8h 4m.

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