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Journey Information
There are 14 intercity buses per day from Riga to Pärnu. Traveling by bus from Riga to Pärnu usually takes around 2 hours and 34 minutes, but the fastest Ecolines bus can make the trip in 2 hours and 30 minutes.
| Distance | 101 mi (162 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 30m |
| Cheapest price | €4.96 |
| Trips per day | 14 |
| Most frequent service | Lux Express |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Riga to Pärnu?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Riga to Pärnu that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, Lux Express usually offers more choice, with 12 scheduled trips per day.
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecolines | 2 | 2h 30m | €21.94 |
| Lux Express | 12 | 2h 35m | €15.67 |
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.
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The bus takes an average of 2 hours and 34 minutes to cover the 162 kilometers from Riga to Pärnu. However, the fastest bus only takes 2 hours and 30 minutes. It's the perfect amount of time to take a nap, get some work done, or watch a movie. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Sunday tends to be the busiest day for buses, as many passengers take the bus to Pärnu at the end of the week. If you are planning to travel on a Sunday, 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 bus travel on this route. If you're looking for some extra space on the bus, traveling mid-week is your best bet.
The first bus leaves at 02:00 and the last bus leaves at 19:00. To see the times for all buses from Riga to Pärnu, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Riga?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Riga.
All bus stations in Riga:
Central Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Pärnu?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
All buses from Riga arrive at one main station in Pärnu.
Bus stations in Pärnu:
Bus Station
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