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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Gara Nord | CheapestFastest | ||||
| Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Gara Nord | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Gara Nord | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Gara Nord | No tags |
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Get from Riga to Chişinău
The journey takes about 1 day, 21 hours 50 minutes and with fares starting at just $117, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riga and Chişinău?
Stops in Riga
- APrāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
- C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia - D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
Stops in Chişinău
- AStrada Piața Gării, Chișinău, Moldova
- BStrada Calea Moşilor, Chișinău, Moldova
- CȘoseaua Hînceşti, Chișinău, Moldova
- D
Chisinau
Muncesti Hwy, Chisinau, Moldova - E
Strada Mitropolit Varlaam
Strada Mitropolit Varlaam 63, Chișinău, Moldova
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Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riga to Chişinău by bus
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 bus ticket from Riga to Chişinău?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Chişinău start from $117. The average price for this route is around $146. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Riga to Chişinău?
The average bus trip duration from Riga to Chişinău is 1d 21h, covering a distance of 711 miles (1147 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 18h and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Chişinău route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Chişinău?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Chişinău at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Chişinău?
A bus trip from Riga to Chişinău generates an estimated 29 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Riga to Chişinău was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $122To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Chişinău, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $122 to $283 for a bus ticket from Riga to Chişinău based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $145 which is on 2025-12-20.
