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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Rucava is to train and bus which costs $9 - $16 and takes 5h 9m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Rucava is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $50 - $240.

Is there a direct bus between Riga and Rucava?

No, there is no direct bus from Riga to Rucava. However, there are services departing from Rīgas SAO and arriving at Rucava via Liepājas AO. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 10m.

How far is it from Riga to Rucava?

The distance between Riga and Rucava is 239 km. The road distance is 233.2 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Rucava without a car is to train and bus which takes 5h 9m and costs $9 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 2h 31m to get from Riga to Rucava, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga to Rucava bus from?

Riga to Rucava bus services, operated by LapLine, depart from Rīgas SAO station.

Bus or fly from Riga to Rucava?

The best way to get from Riga to Rucava is to fly which takes 2h 31m and costs $50 - $240. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $12 - $21 and takes 5h 10m.

Where does the Riga to Rucava bus arrive?

Riga to Rucava bus services, operated by LapLine, arrive at Liepājas AO station.

Can I drive from Riga to Rucava?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Rucava is 233 km. It takes approximately 3h 52m to drive from Riga to Rucava.

Where can I stay near Rucava?

There are 1478+ hotels available in Rucava.

Riga to Rucava - 4 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 4 ways to get from Riga to Rucava 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
best
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Palanga International Airport (PLQ)plane RIX - PLQ
2h 31m
$53–235
Train, bus
cheapest
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Liepaja-Pasazierutrain 723 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liepājas AO to Rucavabus 6818 / ...
5h 9m
$10–16
Bus
1. Take the bus from Rīgas SAO to Liepājas AObus K7937 / ...
2. Take the bus from Liepājas AO to Rucavabus 6818 / ...
5h 10m
$13–20
Drive 233.2 km
1. Drive from Riga to Rucavacar 233.2 km
3h 52m
$42–61

Riga to Rucava by train and bus

8Weekly Services

5h 9mAverage Duration

$10Cheapest Price

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Distance: 239.3 km
Duration: 2h 31m

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

Air Baltic flies from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Palanga International Airport (PLQ) once daily. Alternatively, you can take a bus from Rīgas SAO to Rucava via Liepājas AO in around 5h 10m.

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