How much does a train ticket from Essen to Riga cost?

The average train ticket price from Essen to Riga is $175. The best way to find train tickets from Essen to Riga is to book your tickets as early as possible. Prices tend to rise as your travel date approaches, so book in advance to secure the best prices!

How long is the train trip from Essen to Riga?

A train trip between Essen and Riga is around 1d 8h, although the fastest train will take about 1d 7h. This is the time it takes to travel the 785 miles that separates the two cities.

How many daily trains are there between Essen and Riga?

The number of trains from Essen to Riga can differ depending on the day of the week. On average, there are 5. Some trains are direct while others have layovers. Simplify your train trip from Essen to Riga by comparing and selecting the train that fits your travel style and budget on Busbud.

What are the departure and arrival stations for a train from Essen to Riga?

Trains traveling between Essen and Riga leave from HBF or Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit and arrive at Starptautiskā autoosta, Riga Airport.

What are the best sights and things to do in Riga?

Once in Riga, you can exploring the city. The top sights and things to do are Riga Cirkus, Latvian Ethnographic Open Air Museum, Latvian National Opera, Dome Square, Riga Motor Museum.

Trains from Essen to Riga | FlixTrain, FlixBus

Compare 2 ways to go from Essen to Riga.

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions
Bus	Average Price$154 - $278	Average Duration1d 7h	CO₂ emissions 32kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	CheapestFastest
Train	Average Price$157 - $236	Average Duration1d 8h	CO₂ emissions 30kg CO₂e5 out of 5 stars	Most eco-friendly

Busbud recommends taking the bus from Essen to Riga

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 1 day, 7 hours 20 minutes and with fares starting at just $154, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

9bus per day

1d 7hAverage Duration

$154Cheapest ticket

32kgCO₂ emissions

Train Essen to Riga: Trip Overview

Please note, this information is subject to change.

Average ticket price$175

Average train trip duration1d 8h

Number of daily trains5

Earliest train departure7:55am

Distance784 miles (1264 km)

Latest train departure6:03pm

Train Companies

FlixTrain

FlixBus

3.5/58,517 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness4

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.6

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.

Train and bus companies in LV:RegioJet, FlixTrain, Deutsche Bahn ICE, WESTbahn, TGV inOui, Slovak Rail, Eurostar

Essen to Riga Train

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

Stops in Essen

A - HBF

B - Essen Hauptbahnhof Freiheit

Stops in Riga

A - Starptautiskā autoosta

B - Riga Airport

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About Train Travel

Train Travel Tips

There are many train stations in the world, check it station pages on Busbud to get all information you need.

No matter if you plan to take a regional or high-speed train to Riga, the planet will thank you. You’ll help to protect the beautiful landscapes that will unfold before your very eyes.

With up to 30x less CO2 emissions for your train journey between Essen and Riga, the train is an ecological alternative to flights or personal cars.

Make a music playlist for your train ride from Essen to Riga, and enjoy the scenery to tunes from your own personal soundtrack.

Did you know?

The magnetic levitation train (Maglev for short) is currently the fastest train in the world. With a speed of 603 km/ h, it is closely followed by the French high-speed train (574.8 km / h) which remains in 2020, the fastest train to date

Some trains in Sweden can recover more than a fifth of the energy they use by braking. This is especially true with ore trains as they descend from Narvik to Kiruna.

One of the deepest train stations in the world is in Kiev. Located at a depth of 105 m, it was designed in this way to serve as a shelter in the event of an attack. The second deepest station is in China. Badaling station is located 60 m under the Great Wall of China!

What's the cheapest way to go from Essen to Riga?

The train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle Type	Travel Time	Avg Price	Daily Departures
Vehicle TypeBus	Travel Time1d 7h	Avg Price$199	Daily Departures9
Vehicle TypeTrain	Travel Time1d 8h	Avg Price$175	Daily Departures5

The best way to travel between Essen and Riga is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost $175 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from $157. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Riga, choose the train, as it will take you from Essen to Riga in about 1d 7h - that's the fastest way to get there!

Will you be returning to Essen by train?

Train from Riga to Essen

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Trains tickets from Essen to Riga