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

The cheapest way to get from Rotterdam to Riga is to bus which costs $55 - $110 and takes 35h 5m.

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

The fastest way to get from Rotterdam to Riga is to train and fly which takes 5h 31m and costs $100 - $330.

Is there a direct bus between Rotterdam and Riga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Rotterdam Centraal and arriving at Rīgas SAO. Services depart four times a week, and operate Monday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 35h 5m.

How far is it from Rotterdam to Riga?

The distance between Rotterdam and Riga is 1395 km. The road distance is 1722.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Riga without a car is to train and bus which takes 26h 7m and costs $200 - $700.

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

It takes approximately 5h 31m to get from Rotterdam to Riga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Rotterdam to Riga bus from?

Rotterdam to Riga bus services, operated by Ecolines, depart from Rotterdam Centraal station.

Bus or fly from Rotterdam to Riga?

The best way to get from Rotterdam to Riga is to fly which takes 6h 50m and costs $160 - $550. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $55 - $110 and takes 35h 5m.

Where does the Rotterdam to Riga bus arrive?

Rotterdam to Riga bus services, operated by Ecolines, arrive at Rīgas SAO station.

What is the time difference between Rotterdam and Riga?

Riga is 1h ahead of Rotterdam. It is currently 11:03 PM in Rotterdam and 12:03 AM in Riga.

Can I drive from Rotterdam to Riga?

Yes, the driving distance between Rotterdam to Riga is 1723 km. It takes approximately 21h 4m to drive from Rotterdam to Riga.

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

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Where can I stay near Riga?

There are 1886+ hotels available in Riga.

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

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

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Train to Amsterdam Airport Schiphol, fly
best
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Schiphol Airport
2. Fly from Amsterdam Airport Schiphol (AMS) to Riga International Airport (RIX)AMS - RIX
5h 31m
$107–327
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Rotterdam Centraal to Rīgas SAO
35h 5m
$55–110
Train, bus
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Hilversum
2. Take the train from Hilversum to Berlin HbfIce
3. Take the bus from Berlin Airport BER to Riga, Bus Station
26h 7m
$203–671
Drive 1,722.8 km
1. Drive from Rotterdam to Riga1,722.8 km
21h 4m
$356–513
Train to Brussels Airport, fly
1. Take the train from Rotterdam Centraal to Antwerpen-Centraal
2. Fly from Brussels Airport (BRU) to Riga International Airport (RIX)BRU - RIX
6h 32m
$125–383
Fly from Rotterdam The Hague Airport
1. Fly from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Riga International Airport (RIX)RTM - RIX
6h 50m
$160–550

Rotterdam to Riga by train, foot, and bus

13Weekly Services

26h 7mAverage Duration

$203Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,394.8 km
Duration: 5h 31m

What companies run services between Rotterdam, Netherlands and Riga, Latvia?

Transavia Holland, Air Baltic, and two other airlines fly from Rotterdam The Hague Airport (RTM) to Riga International Airport (RIX) once daily. Alternatively, Ecolines operates a bus from Rotterdam Centraal to Rīgas SAO 4 times a week. Tickets cost $55–110 and the journey takes 35h 5m.

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