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

The cheapest way to get from Valka to Riga is to bus which costs $1 - $10 and takes 3h 40m.

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

The fastest way to get from Valka to Riga is to drive which takes 2h 12m and costs $28 - $45.

Is there a direct bus between Valka and Riga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Valkas AO and arriving at Rīgas SAO. Services depart five times a day, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 3h 40m.

How far is it from Valka to Riga?

The distance between Valka and Riga is 168 km. The road distance is 158 km.

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

The best way to get from Valka to Riga without a car is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs $7 - $16.

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

It takes approximately 3h 28m to get from Valka to Riga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Valka to Riga bus from?

Valka to Riga bus services, operated by SIA "VTU Valmiera", depart from Valkas AO station.

Train or bus from Valka to Riga?

The best way to get from Valka to Riga is to train which takes 3h 28m and costs $7 - $16. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $1 - $10 and takes 3h 40m.

Where does the Valka to Riga bus arrive?

Valka to Riga bus services, operated by SIA "VTU Valmiera", arrive at Rīgas SAO station.

Can I drive from Valka to Riga?

Yes, the driving distance between Valka to Riga is 158 km. It takes approximately 2h 12m to drive from Valka to Riga.

Where can I stay near Riga?

There are 1870+ hotels available in Riga.

Valka to Riga - 3 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

There are 3 ways to get from Valka to Riga by train, bus, or car

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Valka to Riga by bus and train

8Weekly Services

3h 28mAverage Duration

$7Cheapest Price

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Questions & Answers

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Distance: 167.9 km
Duration: 3h 28m

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

Vivi operates a train from Valga to Riga-Pasazieru once daily. Tickets cost $6–10 and the journey takes 2h 24m. Alternatively, SIA "VTU Valmiera" operates a bus from Valkas AO to Rīgas SAO 5 times a day. Tickets cost $1–10 and the journey takes 3h 40m.

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