Next bus departures
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Riga | Poltava Avtobusna Zupynka | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Starptautiskā autoosta | Poltava (near McDonald’s) | Fastest |
Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:43 PM EEST.
Get from Riga to Poltava
The journey takes about 1 day, 16 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just RUB 9,396, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Bus stations and stops in Riga and Poltava
Stops in Riga
- A
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas 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 Poltava
- A
Poltava Avtobusna Zupynka
Velykotyrnivs'ka St 7, Poltava, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine, 36000 - B
ATL Auto Service
Kharkivs'ke Hwy, 2, Poltava, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine - C
Pivdenna
Poltava-Pivdenna, Poltava, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine, 36000 - D
Poltava Bus Stop
Kondratenka St, 12, Poltava, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine - E
Vulytsya Myru
Vulytsya Myru, 14, Horbanivka, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine - F
Avtovokzal
Poltava, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine, 36000
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riga to Poltava 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 Poltava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Poltava start from RUB 9,396. The average price for this route is around RUB 11,345. 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 Poltava?
The average bus trip duration from Riga to Poltava is 1d 16h, covering a distance of 664 miles (1071 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 1d 5h and is operated by Volodymyr - Trans.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Poltava route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 4 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Ecolines, My Way, Volodymyr - Trans.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Poltava?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Poltava at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Poltava?
A bus trip from Riga to Poltava generates an estimated 26.770375 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Riga to Poltava?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Volodymyr - Trans, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riga to Poltava?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Ecolines has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.4.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Riga to Poltava?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is FlixBus, with a punctuality rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riga to Poltava?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Ecolines, with a cleanliness rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
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 Poltava was searched and found on Aug 5, 2026 with a price of RUB 9,062To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Poltava, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from RUB 9,062 to RUB 18,324 for a bus ticket from Riga to Poltava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at RUB 9,062 which is on 2026-08-05.
