How much is the train ticket from Riga to Tallinn?

The cheapest train tickets from Riga to Tallinn start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Riga to Tallinn?

The average train trip from Riga to Tallinn takes 5h 49m and covers 278 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways .

Which train operators serve the Riga to Tallinn route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Riga to Tallinn?

The earliest train from Riga to Tallinn departs at 11:38am. The latest train departs at 12:07pm.

Train Riga to Tallinn from $51

Next train departures

Next departures for Riga to Tallinn on January 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 44m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	Cheapest
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 40m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	Fastest
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 1m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:54am	Zemitani Train Station	5h 47m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 5m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Tallinn on January 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 44m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	Cheapest
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 40m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	Fastest
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 1m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:54am	Zemitani Train Station	5h 47m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 5m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Tallinn on January 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 44m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	Cheapest
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 40m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	Fastest
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 1m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:54am	Zemitani Train Station	5h 47m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 5m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Tallinn on January 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 44m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	Cheapest
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 40m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	Fastest
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 1m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:54am	Zemitani Train Station	5h 47m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 5m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Tallinn on January 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 44m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	Cheapest
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 40m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	Fastest
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 1m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:54am	Zemitani Train Station	5h 47m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 5m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Tallinn on January 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 44m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	Cheapest
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 40m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	Fastest
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 1m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:54am	Zemitani Train Station	5h 47m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 5m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Tallinn on February 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 44m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	Cheapest
Train	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	5h 40m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	Fastest
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 1m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:54am	Zemitani Train Station	5h 47m	5:41pm	Ulemiste Train Station	No tags
Train	11:40am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	6h 5m	5:45pm	Kitsekula Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 6:58 PM EET.

Compare 2 ways to go from Riga to Tallinn

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Tallinn. The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just $10, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

4h 35mAverage Duration

279 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$10 - $138	Average Duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$56 - $58	Average Duration5h 49m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Riga and Tallinn?

Riga

A
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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B
Riga Airport
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Tallinn

A
Bussijaam
Lastekodu 46, 10144 Tallinn, Estonia
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B
Reisiterminal D
Lootsi 13, 10151 Tallinn, Estonia
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Train companies

Lithuanian Railways

5/527 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4.1

Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the WiFi. Lithuanian Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $56

EE train companies:Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Lithuanian Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga to Tallinn by train

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the train ticket from Riga to Tallinn?
The cheapest train tickets from Riga to Tallinn start at $56. The average price for this train route is around $57. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Riga to Tallinn?
The average train trip from Riga to Tallinn takes 5h 49m and covers 278 km. The quickest train gets you there in 5h 18m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators serve the Riga to Tallinn route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Riga to Tallinn?
The earliest train from Riga to Tallinn departs at 11:38am. The latest train departs at 12:07pm.

Find cheapest prices for trains

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

01-24

$52

01-25

$52

Today

$52

01-27

$52

01-28

$52

01-29

$52

01-30

$52

01-31

$52

The cheapest trip from Riga to Tallinn was searched and found on Jan 24, 2026 with a price of $52

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Riga to Tallinn, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $52 to $53 for a train ticket from Riga to Tallinn based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $52 which is on 2026-01-28.