The cheapest and fastest coaches from Riga to Tartu
Cheapest price
24S$
Average price
25S$
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 8 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Riga to Tartu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Tartu will cost around 25S$ if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only 24S$.
Of the 4 buses that leave Riga for Tartu every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 4 h 8 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
915/25|v121>v2e7:00 AM3h55Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta10:55 AMTartu, Bussijaam24 S$1One-way0 changes
915/25|v121>v2e7:15 AM3h40Riga, Ilukstes street/Plavnieki10:55 AMTartu, Bussijaam24 S$1One-way0 changes
25/175|v121>v2e1:15 PM4h05Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta5:20 PMTartu, Bussijaam24 S$1One-way0 changes
25/175|v121>v2e12:30 PM4h50Skulte, Riga International Airport5:20 PMTartu, Bussijaam26 S$1One-way0 changes
915/25|v121>v2e7:15 AM3h40Riga, Ilukstes street/Plavnieki10:55 AMTartu, Bussijaam24 S$1One-way0 changes
915/25|v121>v2e7:00 AM3h55Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta10:55 AMTartu, Bussijaam24 S$1One-way0 changes
25/175|v121>v2e1:15 PM4h05Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta5:20 PMTartu, Bussijaam24 S$1One-way0 changes
25/175|v121>v2e12:30 PM4h50Skulte, Riga International Airport5:20 PMTartu, Bussijaam26 S$1One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Riga to Tartu
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Riga to Tartu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from 15S$. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 3h 37m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of 15S$, and a coach costs an average of 14S$.
Distance: 223 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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23S$ Average Price | 17S$ Average Price Cheapest |
4h 19m Average total duration 3h 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 7m Average total duration Fastest 3h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Riga to Tartu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Tartu coaches for tomorrow, Friday, 19 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
915/25|v121>v2e | 7:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h55 | 10:55 AM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
915/25|v121>v2e | 7:15 AM Riga, Ilukstes street/Plavnieki | 3h40 | 10:55 AM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
25/175|v121>v2e | 12:30 PM Skulte, Riga International Airport | 4h50 | 5:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
25/175|v121>v2e | 1:15 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 5:20 PM Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Riga to Tartu
Buses from Riga to Tartu run on average 6 times per day, taking around 3h 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at 14S$ if you book in advance.
There are 6 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 223 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 223 km |
Average bus duration 3h 49m |
Cheapest ticket price 14S$ |
Buses per day 6 |
Direct buses 6 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 12:35 AM |
Last bus 7:30 PM |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 56 days |
Bus providers: Lux Express, FlixBus from Riga to TartuYou can travel by bus between Riga to Tartu with Lux Express, FlixBus for as low as 14S$. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Riga to Tartu coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga to Tartu by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tartu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Riga and Tartu
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Autoosta (in the station)
- Bakery Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 11, 18 Train: A, B, C
Most popular bus connections from Riga
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