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Bauska Castle Museum
Museum inside Bauska Castle covering the fortress, the ducal residence and local history in atmospheric historic rooms.
Cheapest price on 27 Sept
£4
Average ticket price on 27 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 27 Sept
1 h 5 m
Average journey duration on 27 Sept
1 h 10 m
Buses on 27 Sept
28
Distance
60 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Riga to Bauska is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Bauska will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £4.
On Sun 27 Sept, we found 28 buses from Riga to Bauska, including 27 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 60 km distance in an average of 1 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 5 m .
The slowest buses will take 1 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.
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0The table below shows live departures for Riga to Bauska coaches for today, Saturday 26 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 12:30 Riga | 18h55 | 7:25 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 13:30 Riga | 18h55 | 8:25 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
| Sunday 27 September | |||||
0 | 6:15 Riga | 1h20 | 7:35 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 7:30 Riga | 1h20 | 8:50 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 8:30 Riga | 1h05 | 9:35 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 9:00 Riga | 1h20 | 10:20 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 9:20 Riga | 1h20 | 10:40 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 9:40 Riga | 1h20 | 11:00 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 10:10 Riga | 1h20 | 11:30 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 10:50 Riga | 1h20 | 12:10 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 11:30 Riga | 1h20 | 12:50 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 12:20 Riga | 1h20 | 13:40 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 12:50 Riga | 1h20 | 14:10 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 13:30 Riga | 1h20 | 14:50 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 14:30 Riga | 1h20 | 15:50 Bauska | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Riga to Bauska run on average 22 times per day, taking around 1h 33m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £4 if you book in advance.
There are 21 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 06:15, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 60 km distance in 1h 5m.
Distance 60 km |
Average bus duration 1h 33m |
Cheapest ticket price £4 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 21 |
Fastest bus 1h 5m |
First bus 6:15 |
Last bus 23:00 |
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Discover the best of Bauska — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Bauska trip today.
Museum inside Bauska Castle covering the fortress, the ducal residence and local history in atmospheric historic rooms.
Museum on motoring history with a strong collection of vintage vehicles, Soviet-era cars and transport-related displays.
Local history museum dedicated to novelist Vilis Plūdonis, with literary displays and a preserved countryside setting.
Historic centre with low-rise buildings, church landmarks and easy walks linking the riverside, square and castle hill.
Riverside walking area along the Mūsa with benches, greenery and pleasant views towards the water and old town.
Scenic point at the meeting of the Mūsa and Mēmele rivers, appreciated for broad natural views and photographs.
Grey peas stewed and served with fried bacon and onions, a classic Latvian comfort dish often eaten at celebrations and in winter.
Cold kefir soup with beetroot, cucumber, herbs and egg. Popular across Latvia in summer for its bright colour and refreshing taste.
Potato pancakes, usually fried until crisp and served with sour cream or a meat topping. A staple homemade Latvian dish.
Bakery café and casual stop for pastries, cakes, coffee and light meals, useful for trying everyday local baked goods.
Restaurant at Hotel Rija Bauska with a straightforward menu of Latvian and international dishes, suited to a sit-down meal.
Casual restaurant in central Bauska serving Latvian and European dishes in a relaxed setting popular with locals and travellers.
Bauska is budget-friendly by Baltic standards, with modest hotel rates, low dining costs, and inexpensive local transport compared with Riga and many European city breaks.
Tipping is optional but appreciated. In restaurants, round up or leave 5-10% for good service. Round up in taxis; cafés usually just round up or leave small change.
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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga to Bauska 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 Bauska, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Riga to Bauska buses use the Riga to Bauska, Kalna iela / Rīgas iela (Rātslaukums) station pair. Use this guide to compare Riga and Bauska bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Riga is 2 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
Riga has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food and cafes available
Free access throughout the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs near entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Riga.
Available at Riga: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riga: Wheelchair accessible ramps.
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Autoosta (in the station), Bakery Express (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta.
Available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta: Elevators, ramps.
Bauska, Kalna iela / Rīgas iela (Rātslaukums) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Bauska, Kalna iela / Rīgas iela (Rātslaukums). ATMs are available at Bauska, Kalna iela / Rīgas iela (Rātslaukums).
Ticket office support is available at Bauska, Kalna iela / Rīgas iela (Rātslaukums).
Available at Bauska, Kalna iela / Rīgas iela (Rātslaukums): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Bauska, Kalna iela / Rīgas iela (Rātslaukums): Ramped access available for buses.
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