The cheapest and fastest trains from Tallinn to Riga
Cheapest price
£22
Average price
£22
Fastest journey
6 h 11 m
Average duration
8 h 53 m
Trains per day
3
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Tallinn to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Tallinn to Riga will cost around £22 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £22.
To travel from Tallinn to Riga you need to make at least one change.






Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Tallinn to Riga
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Tallinn to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 50m. 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 £6, and a flight costs an average of £84.
Distance: 280 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£22 Average Price | £12 Average Price Cheapest | £123 Average Price |
9h 41m Average total duration 9h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 2m Average total duration 4h 32m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m 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
Tallinn to Riga train times
The table below shows live departures for Tallinn to Riga trains for today, Sunday 23 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 17:57 Tallinn | 14h08 | 08:05 Riga | 1 change | |
| Monday 24 November | |||||
![]() | 10:25 Tallinn | 6h11 | 16:36 Riga | 1 change | |
![]() | 13:41 Tallinn | 6h32 | 20:13 Riga | 1 change | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Tallinn to Riga
Trains from Tallinn to Riga run on average 2 times per day, taking around 9h 11m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £22 but you can travel from only £6 by coach.
The earliest train runs at 10:25, the last at 18:09. The fastest train covers the 280 km distance in 6h 11m.
Distance 280 km |
Average train duration 9h 11m |
Cheapest ticket price £22 |
Trains per day 2 |
Fastest train 6h 11m |
First train 10:25 |
Last train 18:09 |
Train companies: Elron from Tallinn to Riga trainsElron trains will get you between Tallinn and Riga from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Tallinn to Riga train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Tallinn to Riga 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 Riga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

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