How much is the train ticket from Tallinn to Riga?

The cheapest train tickets from Tallinn to Riga start from NOK 374. The average price for this train route is around NOK 382. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Tallinn to Riga?

The average train journey time from Tallinn to Riga is 5h 44m, covering a distance of 276 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 27m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways .

Which train operators serve the Tallinn to Riga route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Tallinn to Riga departs at 10:25. And the latest train departs at 10:59.

Train Tallinn to Riga from NOK 346

Next train departures

Next departures from Tallinn to Riga on 4 May
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	10:51	Tallinn Train Station	5h 53m	16:44	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	CheapestFastest

Next departures from Tallinn to Riga on 5 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 27m	16:26	Jugla Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 45m	16:44	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:55	Kitsekula Train Station	5h 49m	16:44	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:55	Kitsekula Train Station	5h 40m	16:35	Zemitani Train Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 36m	16:35	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Tallinn to Riga on 6 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 27m	16:26	Jugla Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 45m	16:44	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:55	Kitsekula Train Station	5h 49m	16:44	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:55	Kitsekula Train Station	5h 40m	16:35	Zemitani Train Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 36m	16:35	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Tallinn to Riga on 7 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 27m	16:26	Jugla Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 45m	16:44	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:55	Kitsekula Train Station	5h 49m	16:44	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:55	Kitsekula Train Station	5h 40m	16:35	Zemitani Train Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 36m	16:35	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Tallinn to Riga on 8 May
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 27m	16:26	Jugla Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 45m	16:44	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:55	Kitsekula Train Station	5h 49m	16:44	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:55	Kitsekula Train Station	5h 40m	16:35	Zemitani Train Station	No tags
Train	10:59	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 36m	16:35	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Today at 8:04 PM 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 NOK 68, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

36bus per day

4h 35mAverage duration

280 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceNOK 68 - NOK 735	Average duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceNOK 374 - NOK 390	Average duration5h 44m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e

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

Tallinn

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

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

Lithuanian Railways

4.8/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

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 about the Wi-Fi. Lithuanian Railways ticket prices on this trip start at NOK 374

LV train companies: FlixTrain, Lithuanian Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tallinn to Riga by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Tallinn to Riga?
The cheapest train tickets from Tallinn to Riga start from NOK 374. The average price for this train route is around NOK 382. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Tallinn to Riga?
The average train journey time from Tallinn to Riga is 5h 44m, covering a distance of 276 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 27m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators serve the Tallinn to Riga route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 8 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Tallinn to Riga?
The earliest train from Tallinn to Riga departs at 10:25. And the latest train departs at 10:59.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

30/04

NOK 345

01/05

NOK 346

Today

NOK 346

03/05

NOK 346

04/05

NOK 352

05/05

NOK 346

06/05

NOK 346

07/05

NOK 346

The cheapest trip from Tallinn to Riga was searched and found on 30 Apr 2026 with a price of NOK 345

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

You can expect to pay from NOK 345 to NOK 352 for a train ticket from Tallinn to Riga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at NOK 346, which is on 2026-05-03.