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Bus from Tallinn to Riga: Journey Information
There are 37 intercity buses per day from Tallinn to Riga. Traveling by bus from Tallinn to Riga usually takes around 4 hours and 26 minutes, but the fastest Lux Express bus can make the trip in 4 hours,
| Distance | 173 mi (279 km) |
| Shortest duration | 4h 0m |
| Cheapest price | $5.61 |
| Trips per day | 37 |
| Most frequent service | Lux Express |
| Bus lines | 3 |
What bus companies travel from Tallinn to Riga?
There are 3 bus lines from Tallinn to Riga available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 22 daily trips, Lux Express usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Bus | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecolines | 4 | 4h 28m | $13.85 |
| FlixBus | 15 | 4h 35m | $14.94 |
| Lux Express | 22 | 4h 15m | $20.24 |
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 15 trips from Tallinn to Riga, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 35 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.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Tallinn to Riga
The bus takes an average of 4 hours and 26 minutes to cover the 173 miles from Tallinn to Riga. However, the fastest bus 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 bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
Thursday is usually the day of the week when buses are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Thursday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Monday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. For a less crowded trip, try to book your bus travel for the beginning of the week.
The first bus leaves at 1:00am and the last bus leaves at 10:00pm. To see the times for all buses from Tallinn to Riga, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the bus leave from in Tallinn?
Main departure station: Reval Bus Station
Buses to Riga leave from 3 stations in Tallinn.
All bus stations in Tallinn:
Reval Bus Station
Vana Paaskula Bus Stop
Port Terminal D
Where does the bus arrive in Riga?
Main arrival station: Central Bus Station
These are the two stations where buses may stop when they arrive in Riga.
All bus stations in Riga:
Central Bus Station
Pragas Str. 1
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