The cheapest and fastest coaches from Tallinn to Riga
Cheapest price
$12
Average price
$24
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
86
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Tallinn to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tallinn to Riga will cost around $24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only $12.
Of the 86 buses that leave Tallinn for Riga every day 86 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.




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14|v1e>v121Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Tallinn to Riga
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Tallinn to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of $7, and a flight costs an average of $113.
Distance: 280 km
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0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Live departures
Tallinn to Riga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Tallinn to Riga coaches for today, Thursday, 8 January. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
14|v1e>v121 | 9:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 1:22 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 9:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 1:35 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 9:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 1:00 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:45 am Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h45 | 2:30 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:10 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 2:30 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:30 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h40 | 3:10 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:30 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h18 | 2:48 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:30 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h45 | 3:15 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:50 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h25 | 3:15 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:50 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h58 | 2:48 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 10:50 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h20 | 3:10 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h40 | 3:40 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 11:30 am Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h30 | 4:00 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 11:30 am Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h52 | 4:22 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 11:30 am Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h55 | 4:25 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 am Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 5h15 | 4:50 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 12:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 4:00 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 12:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 4:25 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 12:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 4:22 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 12:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h50 | 4:50 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 12:20 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 4:22 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 12:20 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 4:00 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 12:20 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h05 | 4:25 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 1:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 5:00 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 1:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 5:22 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 1:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 5:25 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 1:20 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h05 | 5:25 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 1:20 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 5:00 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 1:20 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 5:22 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:00 pm Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h35 | 6:35 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:00 pm Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h55 | 6:55 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:00 pm Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 5h00 | 7:00 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:25 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h10 | 6:35 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:25 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 6:55 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:25 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 7:00 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:45 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h50 | 6:35 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:45 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 7:00 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 2:45 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h10 | 6:55 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 3:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 7:20 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 7:55 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 4:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 8:25 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 4:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 8:22 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 4:00 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 8:00 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 4:20 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 8:00 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 4:20 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 8:22 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 4:20 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h05 | 8:25 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:00 pm Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h40 | 9:40 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h10 | 9:40 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 8:30 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h17 | 12:47 am Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 8:30 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 12:50 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 8:30 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 12:30 am Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 pm Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h35 | 1:20 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 8:50 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h57 | 12:47 am Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 8:50 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 12:30 am Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v1e>v121 | 8:50 pm Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h00 | 12:50 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h10 | 1:20 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:00 pm Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 5h00 | 4:00 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:25 pm Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 4:00 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday, 9 January | |||||
FlixBus | 4:00 am Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h55 | 8:55 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:25 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 8:55 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 4:30 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 8:55 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 5:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 9:22 am Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 5:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 9:00 am Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 5:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 9:25 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 5:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h05 | 9:25 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 5:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 9:00 am Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 5:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 9:22 am Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 10:25 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h20 | 10:50 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 7:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 11:00 am Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 7:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 11:22 am Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 7:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 11:35 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 7:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h02 | 11:22 am Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 7:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h40 | 11:00 am Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 7:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 11:35 am Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
211/149|v1e>v121 | 8:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h30 | 12:30 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
211/149|v1e>v121 | 8:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h08 | 12:08 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
211/149|v1e>v121 | 8:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 12:35 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
211/149|v1e>v121 | 8:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 3h48 | 12:08 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
211/149|v1e>v121 | 8:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h10 | 12:30 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
211/149|v1e>v121 | 8:20 am Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 4h15 | 12:35 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:35 am Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 4h50 | 1:25 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h25 | 1:25 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 9:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h22 | 1:22 pm Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 9:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h00 | 1:00 pm Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 0 changesdirect | |
14|v1e>v121 | 9:00 am Tallinn, Bussijaam | 4h35 | 1:35 pm Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Tallinn to Riga
Buses from Tallinn to Riga run on average 65 times per day, taking around 4h 32m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $7 if you book in advance.
There are 65 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:00, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 280 km distance in 4h 0m.
Distance 280 km |
Average bus duration 4h 32m |
Cheapest ticket price $7 |
Buses per day 65 |
Direct buses 65 |
Fastest bus 4h 0m |
First bus 01:00 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Lux Express, Ecolines, FlixBus, Infobus, Peatus Estonia, 1188 Latvia from Tallinn to RigaYou can travel by bus between Tallinn to Riga with Lux Express, Ecolines, FlixBus, Infobus, Peatus Estonia, 1188 Latvia for as low as $7. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Tallinn to Riga coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tallinn to Riga 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 Riga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Tallinn, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Tallinn, Bussijaam, Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) and Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla). When arriving in Riga, you can end your journey in coach stations like Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and Skulte, Riga International Airport.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Tallinn, Bussijaam, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta, located away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Tallinn and Riga
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station)
- Coffee Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 15, 17, 23 Trams: 2, 4
- 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
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