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4.6The cheapest and fastest coaches from Riga to Tartu
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£25
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 5 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
223 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Riga to Tartu is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Tartu will cost around £25 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £22.
Of the 4 buses that leave Riga for Tartu every day 4 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 223 km distance in an average of 4 h 5 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 45 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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Compare train and coach for Riga to Tartu
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Riga to Tartu among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £13. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £13, and a coach costs an average of £11.
Distance: 223 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£19 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 21m Average total duration Fastest 3h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 7h 59m Average total duration 7h 29m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Riga to Tartu bus times
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Tartu coaches for today, Sunday 7 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 915/25|v121>v2e | 05:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h55 | 09:25 Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 915/25|v121>v2e | 05:45 Riga, Ilukstes street/Plavnieki | 3h40 | 09:25 Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 25/175|v121>v2e | 10:00 Skulte, Riga International Airport | 4h45 | 14:45 Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
| 25/175|v121>v2e | 10:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 14:45 Tartu, Bussijaam | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Riga to Tartu
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Buses from Riga to Tartu run on average 7 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £11 if you book in advance.
There are 7 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:35, the last at 19:30. The fastest coach covers the 223 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 223 km |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £11 |
Buses per day 7 |
Direct buses 7 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:35 |
Last bus 19:30 |
Bus providers: Lux Express, FlixBus from Riga to TartuYou can travel by bus between Riga to Tartu with Lux Express, FlixBus for as low as £11. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Riga to Tartu coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga to Tartu 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 Tartu, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Tartu, Bussijaam, located 0.7 miles (1.1 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Riga and Tartu
Wifi
Parking
Dining
ATM
Taxis
Accessibility
WC
Ticket 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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