The cheapest and fastest coaches from Riga to Jelgava
Cheapest price
£3
Average price
£3
Fastest journey
47 m
Average duration
51 m
Buses per day
2
Distance
41 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Riga to Jelgava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Jelgava will cost around £3 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £3.
Of the 2 buses that leave Riga for Jelgava every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 41 km distance in an average of 51 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 47 m .
The slowest buses will take 55 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 train and coach for Riga to Jelgava
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Riga to Jelgava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £3. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 44m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £3, and a coach costs an average of £3.
Distance: 41 km
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| Coach | Most popular Train |
|---|---|
£3 Average Price | £3 Average Price Cheapest |
1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 14m Average total duration Fastest 44m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Riga to Jelgava bus times
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Jelgava coaches for today, Wednesday 31 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 20:00 Riga | 0h55 | 20:55 Jelgava | 0 changesdirect | |
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![]() | 06:25 Riga | 0h47 | 07:12 Jelgava | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 16:40 Riga | 0h55 | 17:35 Jelgava | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Riga to Jelgava
Buses from Riga to Jelgava run on average 63 times per day, taking around 49m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £3 if you book in advance.
There are 63 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:55, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 41 km distance in 47m.
Distance 41 km |
Average bus duration 49m |
Cheapest ticket price £3 |
Buses per day 63 |
Direct buses 63 |
Fastest bus 47m |
First bus 04:55 |
Last bus 23:00 |
Bus providers: SIA "Tukuma auto", FlixBus from Riga to JelgavaYou can travel by bus between Riga to Jelgava with SIA "Tukuma auto", FlixBus for as low as £3. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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SIA "Tukuma auto"
FAQs: Riga to Jelgava coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga to Jelgava 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 Jelgava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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