4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Budapest to Riga
Cheapest price
£83
Average price
£92
Fastest journey
1 d 15 m
Average duration
1 d 1 h 54 m
Buses per day
5
Distance
1105 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Riga will cost around £92 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £83.
Of the 5 buses that leave Budapest for Riga every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 1105 km distance in an average of 1 d 1 h 54 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 d 15 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 d 3 h 15 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.
Travel Information
Compare coach and flight for Budapest to Riga
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £61. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 19m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 1.1 - 2.8kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £61, and a flight costs an average of £85.
Distance: 1105 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight |
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£101 Average Price Cheapest | £229 Average Price |
23h 45m Average total duration 23h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 19m Average total duration Fastest 2h 19m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
1.1 - 2.8kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 3.3 - 6.6kg CO2 emissions |
Most popular bus company |  Most popular airline |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Budapest to Riga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Riga coaches for today, Wednesday 26 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 06:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 32h20 | 14:25 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 07:55 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 23h55 | 07:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 08:15 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 23h35 | 07:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 28h25 | 14:25 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:25 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 28h00 | 14:25 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:20 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 28h25 | 19:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 16:10 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 27h35 | 19:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 17:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 26h30 | 19:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 2 changes | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 20:40 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 26h10 | 22:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 21:30 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 25h20 | 22:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 24h35 | 22:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
| FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:35 Budapest, Mexikói Út M | 24h15 | 22:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Budapest to Riga
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Buses from Budapest to Riga run on average 20 times per day, taking around 23h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £61 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 1105 km distance in 23h 40m.
Distance 1105 km |
Average bus duration 23h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £61 |
Buses per day 20 |
Fastest bus 23h 40m |
First bus 00:20 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus from Budapest to RigaYou can travel by bus between Budapest to Riga with FlixBus for as low as £61. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Budapest to Riga coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest 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 Budapest, you have various coach station options to start your route from including Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, Budapest, Liszt Ferenc International Airport (Terminal 2) and Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás. When arriving in Riga, you can end your journey in coach stations like Riga, Prāgas Iela, Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and Riga, Juglas iela.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér, which is located around 11.3 miles (18.2 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Riga, Prāgas Iela, located 1.2 miles (1.9 km) away from the city centre.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Budapest and Riga
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket Office
- 05:30-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Népliget (in the station)
- Gulyás Tér (0.5 km)
- Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 103, 254E, 901, 918 Metro: M3
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Kelenföld (in the station)
- Bistro Budapest (0.5 km)
- Café Central (0.7 km).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 7, 103, 114, 213, 214 Metro: M4 Train: Suburban Railway
WifiParkingDiningATMTaxisAccessibilityWCTicket Office- 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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