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

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Vienna is to bus which costs €55 - €90 and takes 23h 20m.

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

The fastest way to get from Riga to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs €50 - €230.

Is there a direct bus between Riga and Vienna?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riga, Bus Station station and arriving at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB). Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 23h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Riga and Vienna?

No, there is no direct train from Riga to Vienna. However, there are services departing from Rīgas and arriving at Wien Hbf via Kaišiadorys, Kaunas and Warszawa Zachodnia. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 21h 49m.

How far is it from Riga to Vienna?

The distance between Riga and Vienna is 1129 km. The road distance is 1295.7 km.

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

The best way to get from Riga to Vienna without a car is to train which takes 21h 49m and costs €60 - €95.

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

It takes approximately 4h 53m to get from Riga to Vienna, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga to Vienna bus from?

Riga to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Riga, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Riga to Vienna train from?

Riga to Vienna train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Rīgas station.

Train, bus or fly from Riga to Vienna?

The best way to get from Riga to Vienna is to fly which takes 4h 53m and costs €50 - €230. Alternatively, you can train, which costs €60 - €95 and takes 21h 49m, you could also bus, which costs €55 - €90 and takes 23h 20m.

Where does the Riga to Vienna bus arrive?

Riga to Vienna bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) station.

What is the time difference between Riga and Vienna?

Vienna is 1h behind Riga. It is currently 4:13 AM in Riga and 3:13 AM in Vienna.

Where does the Riga to Vienna train arrive?

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

Can I drive from Riga to Vienna?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Vienna is 1296 km. It takes approximately 13h 42m to drive from Riga to Vienna.

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

Book your Riga to Vienna bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Vienna?

There are 4687+ hotels available in Vienna.

Riga to Vienna - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus, and car

There are 5 ways to get from Riga to Vienna 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 Vienna International Airport (VIE)plane RIX - VIE
4h 53m
€50–223
Train
1. Take the train from Rīgas to Kaišiadorystrain 12
2. Take the train from Kaunas to Warszawa Zachodniatrain
3. Take the train from Warszawa Zachodnia to Wien Hbftrain Ic
21h 49m
€60–91
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riga, Bus Station to Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB)bus N1227
23h 20m
€55–90
Drive 1,295.7 km
1. Drive from Riga to Viennacar 1,295.7 km
13h 42m
€207–299
Bus, train
1. Take the bus from Rīga to Hradec Královébus 848103
2. Take the train from Pardubice Hlavni Nadrazi to Wien Hbftrain Rj
26h 26m
€56–133

Riga to Vienna by train

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21h 49mAverage Duration

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Distance: 1,129 km
Duration: 4h 53m

What companies run services between Riga, Latvia and Vienna, Austria?

Air Baltic, Ryanair, and three other airlines fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Vienna International Airport (VIE) 3 times a day. Alternatively, you can take a train from Rīgas to Wien Hbf via Kaišiadorys, Kaunas, and Warszawa Zachodnia in around 21h 49m.

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