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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Riga to Tallinn
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£20
Fastest journey
5 h 45 m
Average duration
5 h 58 m
Trains per day
2
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Riga to Tallinn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Tallinn will cost around £20 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 2 trains that leave Riga for Tallinn every day 2 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 280 km distance in an average of 5 h 58 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 5 h 45 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 10 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.
11:406h10Riga17:50Tallinn£161One-way0 changes
7:305h45Riga13:15Tallinn£241One-way0 changes
- 7:305h45Riga13:15Tallinn£241One-way0 changes
- 11:406h10Riga17:50Tallinn£161One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Riga to Tallinn
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Riga to Tallinn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £8. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 20m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £8, and a flight costs an average of £75.
Distance: 280 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£20 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £159 Average Price |
6h 28m Average total duration 5h 58m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 12m Average total duration 3h 42m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 20m Average total duration Fastest 2h 20m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Riga to Tallinn train times
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Tallinn trains for today, Tuesday 2 June. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11:40 Riga | 6h10 | 17:50 Tallinn | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 3 June | |||||
| 7:30 Riga | 5h45 | 13:15 Tallinn | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Riga to Tallinn
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Trains from Riga to Tallinn run on average 1 times per day, taking around 5h 58m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £8 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 11:40. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 5h 45m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 5h 58m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 5h 45m |
First train 7:30 |
Last train 11:40 |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Elron, LTG Link from Riga to Tallinn trainsElron, LTG Link trains will get you between Riga and Tallinn from £8. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Riga to Tallinn train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga to Tallinn by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tallinn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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