The cheapest and fastest coaches from Riga to Zakopane
Cheapest price
£47
Average price
£60
Fastest journey
21 h 10 m
Average duration
21 h 36 m
Buses per day
4
Distance
894 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Riga to Zakopane is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Zakopane will cost around £60 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £47.
Of the 4 buses that leave Riga for Zakopane 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 894 km distance in an average of 21 h 36 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 21 h 10 m .
The slowest buses will take 22 h 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.
20:5521h10Riga18:05Zakopane£471One-way0 changes
20:0521h10Riga17:15Zakopane£561One-way0 changes
21:5521h10Riga19:05Zakopane£631One-way0 changes
12:4022h55Riga11:35Zakopane£741One-way0 changes
21:5521h10Riga19:05Zakopane£631One-way0 changes
20:0521h10Riga17:15Zakopane£561One-way0 changes
20:5521h10Riga18:05Zakopane£471One-way0 changes
12:4022h55Riga11:35Zakopane£741One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Riga to Zakopane
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Riga to Zakopane among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £58. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 59m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £58, and a flight costs an average of £17.
Distance: 894 km
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Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£61 Average Price | £105 Average Price | £58 Average Price Cheapest |
17h 40m Average total duration 17h 10m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 59m Average total duration Fastest 1h 59m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 27h 2m Average total duration 26h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Riga to Zakopane bus times
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Zakopane coaches for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 15:40 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 19h15 | 9:55 Zakopane | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 22:05 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 19h45 | 16:50 Zakopane | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 23:55 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 21h10 | 20:05 Zakopane | 1 change | |
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Compare prices and tickets Riga to Zakopane by train, coach or flight
Compare train, coach and flight prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.
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Why should you book Riga to Zakopane coaches with Omio?
Why book with Omio vs FlixBus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for FlixBus, but also compare tickets for the likes of Flixbus Polska sp.o.o to find the best option for your trip from Riga to Zakopane.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare FlixBus with all available travel options, which are train, bus and flight to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Riga to Zakopane.
Why book with Omio over Wanderu or Trainline?
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train, bus and flight to find the ideal travel option from Riga to Zakopane.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Riga to Zakopane
Buses from Riga to Zakopane run on average 5 times per day, taking around 17h 10m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £17 by flight.
The earliest coach runs at 08:40, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 894 km distance in 18h 0m.
Distance 894 km |
Average bus duration 17h 10m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Buses per day 5 |
Fastest bus 18h 0m |
First bus 8:40 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Flixbus Polska sp.o.o from Riga to ZakopaneYou can travel by bus between Riga to Zakopane with FlixBus, Flixbus Polska sp.o.o for as low as £17. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Riga to Zakopane coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga to Zakopane 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 Zakopane, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Riga and Zakopane
- 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
Most popular bus connections from Riga
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