How much is the bus ticket from Tallinn to Riga?

The cheapest coach tickets from Tallinn to Riga start from £6. The average price for this route is around £14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus journey from Tallinn to Riga?

The average bus journey time from Tallinn to Riga is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 173 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Lux Express .

Which bus companies service the Tallinn to Riga route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus , Lux Express , Ecolines , TransTempo , Infobus .

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tallinn to Riga?

The earliest bus departs from Tallinn to Riga at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tallinn to Riga?

A bus journey from Tallinn to Riga produces an estimated 6.967574999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Which is the best bus company from Tallinn to Riga?

According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Lux Express , with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 212 reviews.

Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Tallinn to Riga?

Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Lux Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tallinn to Riga?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Lux Express , with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.

Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tallinn to Riga?

According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Lux Express , with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Bus Tallinn to Riga from £5 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Tallinn to Riga on 15 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	06:30	Bussijaam	4h 25m	10:55	Riga	Cheapest
Bus	19:30	Bussijaam	4h 10m	23:40	Starptautiskā autoosta	Fastest
Bus	07:00	Bussijaam	4h 35m	11:35	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	08:00	Bussijaam	4h 25m	12:25	Riga	No tags
Bus	10:00	Lootsi 13, Port terminal D	5h	15:00	Pragas iela 1, Avtovokzal 'Ryha', platforma nr 2	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:23 EEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel from Tallinn to Riga

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

34bus per day

4h 35mAverage duration

173 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£6 - £59	Average duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£30 - £32	Average duration5h 56m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

Where are the popular stops in Tallinn and Riga?

Stops in Tallinn

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

Stops in Riga

A
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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B
Riga Airport
Visit page
C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,468 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12468 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 Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £9

Flixbus Tallinn Riga recent customer reviews

the driver did very many very dangerous passes in a bus and was on the phone multiple times on the road. Felt very scared with the driver

Braian J.

16 October 2025

Everything is good. Enjoyed.

Natalia F.

5 July 2024

Lux Express

4.6/5212 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

Wi‑Fi5.0

Users have expressed satisfaction with the comfort of their trips and appreciated having movies to watch during the journey. Although there was a delay due to heavy traffic, it did not significantly impact their overall experience.

Lux Express Tallinn Riga recent customer reviews

I’d like the driver to make the announcements not mumble-whispering but with the clear voice.

Tatjana N.

21 October 2021

Comfortable and loved having movies to watch

Rosalind H.

8 September 2024

Excellent. Comfortable

Ross M.

22 May 2023

Ecolines

3.8/5153 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.4

Cleanliness4.3

Wi‑Fi3.4

According to 11 reviews, Ecolines received a 4-star rating for this journey. Travellers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the seats, but some complained about the staff. Ecolines ticket prices on this trip start at £6

Ecolines Tallinn Riga recent customer reviews

Fortunately, had good space and the journey was peaceful. The 20 min break was however too long since we were 15 min late in Riga.

Jorma V.

25 August 2025

TransTempo

3.8/56 reviews

Staff2.5

Timeliness2.5

Cleanliness2.5

Wi‑Fi2.5

Infobus

3.9/5495 reviews

Staff4.5

Timeliness4.3

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi3.8

Based on 495 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the power outlets. Infobus ticket prices on this trip start at £25

Eurolines Business Class TOKS Tallinn Riga recent customer reviews

Excellent, clean,value for money way to travel between Tallinn and Riga

Carina S.

10 August 2019

LV bus companies:FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus, TransTempo, My Way, Lux Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Tallinn to Riga

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

How much is the bus ticket from Tallinn to Riga?
The cheapest coach tickets from Tallinn to Riga start from £6. The average price for this route is around £14. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Tallinn to Riga?
The average bus journey time from Tallinn to Riga is 4h 35m, covering a distance of 173 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h 20m and is operated by Lux Express.
Which bus companies service the Tallinn to Riga route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 34 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Lux Express, Ecolines, TransTempo, Infobus.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Tallinn to Riga?
The earliest bus departs from Tallinn to Riga at 01:00. And the latest bus departs at 23:10.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Tallinn to Riga?
A bus journey from Tallinn to Riga produces an estimated 6.967574999999999 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which is the best bus company from Tallinn to Riga?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Lux Express, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 212 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Tallinn to Riga?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Lux Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Tallinn to Riga?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Lux Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Tallinn to Riga?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Lux Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars.

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

12/04

£13

13/04

£13

Today

£11

15/04

£10

16/04

£10

17/04

£10

18/04

£8

19/04

£8

The cheapest trip from Tallinn to Riga was searched and found on 18 Apr 2026 with a price of £8

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

You can expect to pay from £8 to £45 for a bus ticket from Tallinn to Riga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £8, which is on 2026-04-18.

Usually Lux Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.