Cheap coach tickets from Tallinn to Riga

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Coach from Tallinn to Riga: Journey Information

There are 44 intercity coaches per day from Tallinn to Riga. Travelling by coach from Tallinn to Riga usually takes around 4 hours and 28 minutes, but the fastest Lux Express coach can make the trip in 4 hours.

Distance: 173 mi (279 km)
Shortest duration: 4h
Cheapest price: US$6.69
Trips per day: 44
Most frequent service: Lux Express
Coach lines: 3

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Tallinn to Riga Coach Timetable

There are several coach options that can take you from Tallinn to Riga:

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How much is a coach ticket from Tallinn to Riga?

Coach tickets for a trip from Tallinn to Riga cost about US$11 when you book at the cheapest time, 15 days ahead. This is an excellent value for the trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find coach tickets at or below this price.

Average coach ticket prices from Tallinn to Riga by travel date

If you're planning to travel by coach from Tallinn to Riga in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from US$14 to US$19. The cheapest coach tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on 4 December 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Riga this week, coach tickets are available starting at US$17.

Average coach ticket prices from Tallinn to Riga by month

Taking the coach from Tallinn to Riga is usually cheapest in February, when the average ticket price is only US$18. If you're planning to take the coach from Tallinn to Riga during December, keep in mind that coach ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of US$24. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most coach companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your coach tickets as early as possible. To find the cheapest coach tickets, book your trip at least 15 days in advance. This way, you can save up to US$9.04 on your coach ticket compared to booking last-minute.

What coach companies travel from Tallinn to Riga?

There are 3 coach lines from Tallinn to Riga available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 21 daily trips, Lux Express usually has the most coaches running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Coach	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
Ecolines	4	4h 27m	US$12.58
FlixBus	19	4h 32m	US$14.56
Lux Express	21	4h 24m	US$24.31

Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance coach company with an extensive network connecting Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. They offer routes to popular destinations in countries like Poland, Germany, and the Netherlands, providing reliable transport. Ecolines prioritizes passenger comfort by equipping their coaches with amenities like air conditioning, power sockets, and Wi-Fi. On longer trips, passengers can enjoy personal entertainment devices, and stewards are available onboard for assistance, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity coach companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 19 trips from Tallinn to Riga, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 32 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as toilets, air conditioning, and power sockets.
Lux Express is a long-distance coach company based in Estonia. It offers an extensive network of intercity coach routes that connect Baltic nations and Eastern European countries, such as Russia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Belarus. Lux Express is known for its excellent onboard facilities, which include spacious seating with ample legroom, individual airline-style screens for films, WiFi, and air conditioning. This makes it a popular choice among travellers in the Baltic region.

Frequently asked questions about travelling by coach from Tallinn to Riga

There are 44 scheduled coaches that travel from Tallinn to Riga every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct coaches which you can take the entire route from Tallinn to Riga without transferring.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 28 minutes to cover the 173 miles from Tallinn to Riga. However, the fastest coach only takes 4 hours. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

173

Distance (km)

279

The first coach leaves at 1:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:40. To see the times for all coaches from Tallinn to Riga, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest coach

1:00am

Latest coach

11:40pm

Because many passengers travel from Tallinn to Riga at the beginning of the work week, Monday is usually the busiest day for coaches. If you are planning to travel on a Monday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Wednesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the coach, travelling mid-week is your best bet.

Most crowded

Monday

Least crowded

Wednesday

Station Information

Where does the coach leave from in Tallinn?

Main departure station: Reval Bus Station

Coaches to Riga leave from 3 stations in Tallinn.

All coach stations in Tallinn:

Reval Bus Station
Vana Paaskula Bus Stop
Port Terminal D

Where does the coach arrive in Riga?

Main arrival station: Central Bus Station

These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Riga.

Coach stations in Riga:

Central Bus Station
Pragas Str. 1

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