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Journey Information
There are 30 intercity coaches per day from Riga to Warsaw. Traveling by coach from Riga to Warsaw usually takes around 11 hours and 55 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 9 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 349 mi (561 km) |
| Shortest duration | 9h 40m |
| Cheapest price | £17.11 |
| Trips per day | 25 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 4 |
How much is a coach ticket from Riga to Warsaw?
£34.90 is the average price of a bus ticket from Riga to Warsaw. Any tickets cheaper than £34.90 can be considered a great deal. It’s easy to find a bus ticket at this price or lower when you use Wanderu to book your trip online in advance of your travel date.
Monthly average prices
The lowest bus ticket prices on this route can usually be found in October. That’s when the average price of a bus ticket is expected to be just £34 – the lowest of the year.
Alternatively, if you plan to travel from Riga to Warsaw in August, expect to spend more on your bus trip, as the average ticket price may surge to £44 at that time of year. However, if you book your trip ahead of time, you can still score a ticket at a lower price.
What coach companies travel from Riga to Warsaw?
There are 4 bus lines from Riga to Warsaw available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 19 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses 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 | 5 | 13h 11m | £37.83 |
| FlixBus | 19 | 11h 36m | £36.99 |
| Lux Express | 8 | 12h 36m | £35.87 |
| Sindbad | 1 | 12h 55m | £32.54 |
Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance bus 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 transportation. Ecolines prioritizes passenger comfort by equipping their buses with amenities like air conditioning, power outlets, 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 bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 19 trips from Riga to Warsaw, and usually makes the trip in about 11 hours and 36 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Lux Express is a long-distance bus company based in Estonia's. It offers an extensive network of intercity bus 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 movies, WiFi, and air conditioning. This makes it a popular choice among travelers in the Baltic region.
Sindbad is a Polish coach company that began its service in 1983. Its fleet of over 120 modern, comfortable coaches connects destinations across Europe. Passengers have access to onboard Wi-Fi and entertainment, air conditioning, restrooms, and beverages. A Sindbad trip to Warsaw departing from Riga usually takes 12 hours and 55 minutes, and most trips arrive at Dw. Centralny in Warsaw.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 11 hours and 55 minutes to cover the 349 miles from Riga to Warsaw. However, the fastest coach only takes 9 hours and 40 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
"With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for coach travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Sunday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you are looking for less crowded coaches to Warsaw, book your ticket for the last day of the week."
The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Riga to Warsaw, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Warsaw
A historic city with a rich cultural heritage, Warsaw is a famous destination for culturally-inclined tourists. One of the city’s most popular attractions is the Old Town quarter, which has been recognized as a World Heritage Site. Filled with rebuilt buildings that mimic 14th-century houses, the area offers an interesting look into the city’s past. It also houses plenty of restaurants, cafés, and shops, so don’t hesitate to check these places out. For those interested in the history of the Jewish people in Poland, the POLIN Museum of the History of Polish Jews boasts eye-opening exhibitions. For nature-lovers, don’t miss out on the Łazienki Królewskie Museum, which features various gardens for you to explore.
The city is considered the best destination in Poland for foodies. Some famous local favorites include Stolica and Restauracja Polska Różana, both of which offer amazing Polish dishes. For a more affordable option, Prasowy is a good choice.
Warszawa Centralna is the main trail station in the city. The main bus station is located right outside the Warszawa Zachodnia train station at al. Jerozolimskie 144. For air services, the city is served by the Warsaw Chopin Airport, 6.1 miles from the city, and the Warsaw-Modlin Airport, 22 miles north of it.
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Riga?
Main departure station: Pragas Str. 1
Riga has two coach stations with service to Warsaw.
All coach stations in Riga:
Pragas Str. 1
Central Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Warsaw?
Image credit: Panek
Link to image attributionMain arrival station: Aleje Jerozolimskie 144
Coaches arrive in Warsaw at 5 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Warsaw:
Aleje Jerozolimskie 144
Włościańska 39
Chopina
Dworzec Centralny 04
Dw. Centralny
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