How much is the train ticket from Tallinn to Riga?

The cheapest train tickets from Tallinn to Riga start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Tallinn to Riga?

The average train ride duration from Tallinn to Riga is 6h 12m, covering a distance of 174 miles (280 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 48m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways .

Which train operators service the Tallinn to Riga route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train departs from Tallinn to Riga at 10:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:24am.

Train Tallinn to Riga from $36

Next train departures

Next departures for Tallinn to Riga on December 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 54m	4:12pm	Jugla Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 22m	4:40pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 26m	4:40pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 11m	4:25pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 7m	4:25pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Tallinn to Riga on December 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	5h 54m	4:12pm	Jugla Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 22m	4:40pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 26m	4:40pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 11m	4:25pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 7m	4:25pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Tallinn to Riga on December 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 8m	4:26pm	Jugla Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 32m	4:50pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 36m	4:50pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 21m	4:35pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 17m	4:35pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Tallinn to Riga on December 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 8m	4:26pm	Jugla Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 32m	4:50pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 36m	4:50pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 21m	4:35pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 17m	4:35pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Tallinn to Riga on December 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 8m	4:26pm	Jugla Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 32m	4:50pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 36m	4:50pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 21m	4:35pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 17m	4:35pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Tallinn to Riga on December 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 8m	4:26pm	Jugla Train Station	CheapestFastest
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 32m	4:50pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 36m	4:50pm	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	10:14am	Kitsekula Train Station	6h 21m	4:35pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags
Train	10:18am	Ulemiste Train Station	6h 17m	4:35pm	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Tallinn to Riga

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

30bus per day

4h 35mAverage Duration

174 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $77	Average Duration4h 35m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$40 - $41	Average Duration6h 12m	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

5/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the wifi. Lithuanian Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $40

Train and bus companies in LV:Amtrak, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, NS Nederlandse Spoorwegen, Lithuanian Railways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Tallinn to Riga 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 Tallinn to Riga?
The cheapest train tickets from Tallinn to Riga start from $40. The average price for this train route is around $40. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Tallinn to Riga?
The average train ride duration from Tallinn to Riga is 6h 12m, covering a distance of 174 miles (280 km). The quickest train can get you there in 5h 48m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators service the Tallinn to Riga route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Tallinn to Riga?
The earliest train departs from Tallinn to Riga at 10:10am. And the latest train departs at 10:24am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

12/09

$36

12/10

$36

Today

$36

12/12

$37

12/13

$37

12/14

$37

12/15

$37

12/16

$37

The cheapest trip from Tallinn to Riga was searched and found on Dec 10, 2025 with a price of $36

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 $36 to $37 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 $37 which is on 2025-12-12.