What is the travel distance from Riga to Tartu?

The distance separating Riga and Tartu is 139 miles (224 km).

What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riga to Tartu?

The majority of buses traveling from Riga to Tartu start their journey at Starptautiskā autoosta and wind up at Tartu bussijaam. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.

Bus Riga to Tartu from $16 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Riga to Tartu on November 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	4h	4:45pm	Tartu bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Starptautiskā autoosta	3h 55m	11:25am	Tartu bussijaam	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	4h 45m	4:45pm	Tartu bussijaam	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Tartu on November 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	4h	4:45pm	Tartu bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Starptautiskā autoosta	3h 55m	11:25am	Tartu bussijaam	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	4h 45m	4:45pm	Tartu bussijaam	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Tartu on November 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:45pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	4h	4:45pm	Tartu bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Starptautiskā autoosta	3h 55m	11:25am	Tartu bussijaam	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	4h 45m	4:45pm	Tartu bussijaam	No tags

Next departures for Riga to Tartu on November 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	12:00pm	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	4h 45m	4:45pm	Tartu bussijaam	Cheapest
Bus	7:30am	Starptautiskā autoosta	3h 55m	11:25am	Tartu bussijaam	Fastest
Bus	12:00pm	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	4h 45m	4:45pm	Tartu bussijaam	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	4h	4:45pm	Tartu bussijaam	No tags
Bus	12:45pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	4h	4:45pm	Tartu bussijaam	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Riga to Tartu

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the train stands out as the good way to reach Tartu. The journey takes about 3 hours 43 minutes and with fares starting at just $18, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

3train per day

3h 43mAverage Duration

138 milesDistance

5kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$26 - $34	Average Duration4h	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$18 - $19	Average Duration3h 43m	CO₂ emissions 5kg CO₂e

Compare bus companies

Lux Express

4.5/5211 reviews

Staff4.9

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

Wifi5

Users have shared positive feedback about the comfort of the seats, entertainment options, and friendly drivers. However, some travelers mentioned feeling cold due to air-conditioning being on throughout their journey. Overall, passengers seem pleased with their travel experience despite this minor issue.

Lux Express Riga Tartu recent customer reviews

Everything was perfect but air-conditioning was on and I felt cold all the way.

Bejan H.

October 6, 2024

The comfort of the seats, the entertainment and the driver was very nice

Owen C.

March 28, 2024

Great journey. Only pity was that the driver only spoke Russian.

Ruben M.

October 16, 2019

FlixBus

3.5/511,290 reviews

Staff4.1

Timeliness3.9

Cleanliness4.1

Wifi2.7

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.

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Where are the popular stops in Riga and Tartu?

Stops in Riga

A - Starptautiskā autoosta

B - Riga Airport

C - Seaport

D - Port: Riga

Stops in Tartu

A - Tartu bussijaam

B - Tartu Bus Station

C - Vene

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riga to Tartu by bus

What is the travel distance from Riga to Tartu?
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Riga to Tartu?

Find cheapest prices for buses

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

Best price found

11/10

$25

11/11

$25

Today

$25

11/13

$28

11/14

$28

11/15

$25

11/16

$28

11/17

$28

The cheapest trip from Riga to Tartu was searched and found on Nov 11, 2025 with a price of $25

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Tartu, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $25 to $31 for a bus ticket from Riga to Tartu based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $25 which is on 2025-11-15.