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Compare 2 ways to go from Riga to Tartu
We recommend taking the train
Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as a good way to reach Tartu. The journey takes about 3 hours 51 minutes, and with fares starting at just $26, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Users have shared positive feedback about the comfort of the seats, entertainment options, and friendly drivers. However, some travelers mentioned feeling cold due to air-conditioning being on throughout their journey. Overall, passengers seem pleased with their travel experience despite this minor issue.
Lux Express Riga Tartu recent customer reviews
Everything was perfect but air-conditioning was on and I felt cold all the way.
4 out of 5 stars
Bejan H.
The comfort of the seats, the entertainment and the driver was very nice
5 out of 5 stars
Owen C.
Great journey. Only pity was that the driver only spoke Russian.
Based on 11381 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the WiFi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $46
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga to Tartu by bus
What is the travel distance from Riga to Tartu?
The distance between Riga and Tartu is around 224 km (139 miles).
What are the departure and arrival locations for buses traveling from Riga to Tartu?
Buses traveling this route start their trip at Starptautiskā autoosta, in Riga, and end it at Tartu bussijaam, in Tartu.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
11-18
$37
11-19
$36
Today
$36
11-21
$40
11-22
$36
11-23
$36
11-24
$36
11-25
$36
The cheapest trip from Riga to Tartu was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $36
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Tartu, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $36 to $45 for a bus ticket from Riga to Tartu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $36 which is on 2025-11-22.
The cheapest trip from Riga to Tartu was searched and found on Nov 22, 2025 with a price of $36