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Magdeburg to Riga Bus Schedule
Bus from Magdeburg to Riga: Journey Information
There are 5 intercity buses per day from Magdeburg to Riga. Traveling by bus from Magdeburg to Riga usually takes around 23 hours and 18 minutes, but the fastest Ecolines bus can make the trip in 21 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 600 mi (965 km) |
| Shortest duration | 21h 50m |
| Cheapest price | $93.84 |
| Trips per day | 1 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Bus lines | 2 |
What bus companies travel from Magdeburg to Riga?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Magdeburg to Riga that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 4 scheduled trips per day.
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 4 trips from Magdeburg to Riga, and usually makes the trip in about 23 hours and 40 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Magdeburg to Riga
The bus takes an average of 23 hours and 18 minutes to cover the 600 miles from Magdeburg to Riga. However, the fastest bus only takes 21 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. 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.
The first bus leaves at 5:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Magdeburg to Riga, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
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Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Magdeburg?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Most buses depart from the main station in Magdeburg.
All bus stations in Magdeburg:
Central Bus Station
Where does the bus arrive in Riga?
Main arrival station: Pragas Str. 1
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Riga.
All bus stations in Riga:
Pragas Str. 1
Central Bus Station
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