What is the cheapest way to get from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga?

The cheapest way to get from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga is to train which costs $23 - $50 and takes 6h 9m.

What is the fastest way to get from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga?

The fastest way to get from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs $55 - $200.

Is there a direct bus between Tallinn and Old Town Riga, Rīga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Tallinn Bus Station station and arriving at Riga Central Bus Station station. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Tallinn and Old Town Riga, Rīga?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Tallinn and arriving at Riga-Pasazieru. Services depart three times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 5h 58m.

How far is it from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga?

The distance between Tallinn and Old Town Riga, Rīga is 296 km. The road distance is 308.5 km.

How do I travel from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga without a car?

The best way to get from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga without a car is to bus which takes 4h 38m and costs $35 - $39.

How long does it take to get from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga?

It takes approximately 2h 44m to get from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga bus from?

Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga bus services, operated by Lux Express, depart from Tallinn Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga train from?

Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga train services, operated by Elron, depart from Tallinn station.

Train, bus or fly from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga?

The best way to get from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga is to fly which takes 2h 44m and costs $55 - $200. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $35 - $39 and takes 4h 38m, you could also train, which costs $23 - $50 and takes 6h 9m.

Where does the Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga bus arrive?

Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga bus services, operated by Lux Express, arrive at Riga Central Bus Station.

Where does the Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga train arrive?

Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga train services, operated by Elron, arrive at Riga-Pasazieru station.

Can I drive from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga?

Yes, the driving distance between Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga is 308 km. It takes approximately 4h 12m to drive from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga.

How do I get a bus ticket from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga?

Book your Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Old Town Riga, Rīga?

There are 2196+ hotels available in Old Town Riga, Rīga.

Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga - 5 ways to travel via train, plane, bus

There are 5 ways to get from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga by plane, bus, train, 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 Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane TLL - RIX
2h 44m
$58–193
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Tallinn to Riga-Pasazierutrain 0 / ...
6h 9m
$23–50
Bus
1. Take the bus from Tallinn Bus Station to Riga Central Bus Stationbus Lux Express 14 / ...
4h 38m
$35–39
Drive 308.5 km
1. Drive from Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīgacar 308.5 km
4h 12m
$57–82
Bus via Tallinn, Harbour Terminal D
1. Take the bus from Tallinn, Harbour Terminal D to Riga, Bus Stationbus 1205 / ...
5h 24m
$35–39

Tallinn to Old Town Riga, Rīga by bus and foot

162Weekly Services

4h 38mAverage Duration

$35Cheapest Price

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Distance: 295.9 km
Duration: 2h 44m

What companies run services between Tallinn, Estonia and Old Town Riga, Rīga, Latvia?

Air Baltic and Finnair fly from Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL) to Riga International Airport (RIX) every 4 hours. Alternatively, Lux Express operates a bus from Tallinn Bus Station to Riga Central Bus Station hourly. Tickets cost $23–45 and the journey takes 4h 30m. Two other operators also service this route.

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