Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 4 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just R 123, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Lithuanian Railways ticket prices on this trip start at R 680
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Tallinn to Riga by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ 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 R 680. The average price for this train route is around R 698. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Tallinn to Riga?
The average train journey time from Tallinn to Riga is 6h 4m, covering a distance of 273 km. The quickest train can get you there in 5h 51m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators serve the Tallinn to Riga route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 12 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Tallinn to Riga?
The earliest train from Tallinn to Riga departs at 10:25. And the latest train departs at 10:33.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
04/03
R 617
05/03
R 617
Today
R 617
07/03
R 614
08/03
R 614
09/03
R 617
10/03
R 614
11/03
R 614
The cheapest trip from Tallinn to Riga was searched and found on 07 Mar 2026 with a price of R 614
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 R 614 to R 628 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 R 614, which is on 2026-03-07.
The cheapest trip from Tallinn to Riga was searched and found on 07 Mar 2026 with a price of R 614