How to get to Amsterdam from Riga

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Compare coach and flight for Riga to Amsterdam

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Riga to Amsterdam among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £120 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the coach is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 1.3 - 3.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £120, while a flight costs an average of £530.

Distance: 1331 km

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Driving

£530

Average Price

£120

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Cheapest

£325

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(fuel + tolls)

6h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 3m

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2h 0m

Additional time*

30h 23m

Average total duration

29h 53m

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30m

Additional time*

18h 23m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

4.0 - 8.0kg

CO2 emissions

1.3 - 3.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Riga to Amsterdam is a coach with an average price of £120.

This is compared to other travel options from Riga to Amsterdam:

A coach is £409 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Riga to Amsterdam costing on average £530.

The fastest way to travel from Riga to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 3m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Coach takes on average 30h 23m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Riga and Amsterdam including taking a coach and flight.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 14h 20m sooner (4h 3m by flight vs 18h 23m by car). Tickets start at around £530 compared to roughly £325 in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Riga to Amsterdam

How to get to Amsterdam from Riga by train, bus, flight or ferry.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Riga to Amsterdam is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Ecolines
    13:0031h50
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    19:50Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £911One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Ecolines
    13:0031h50
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    19:50Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £911One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Air BalticBT617
    7:452h20
    Riga International Airport
    9:05Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £2871One-way
    0 changes

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    23:5536h40
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    11:35Amsterdam, Station Bijlmer Arena
    £1201One-way
    2 changes
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    3:0029h15
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    7:15Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk)
    £1271One-way
    1 change
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    8:4534h10
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    17:55Schiphol, Airport Terminal 1
    £1291One-way
    2 changes
  • FinnairAY1078 · AY1301
    21:4013h05
    Riga International Airport
    9:45Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £1581One-way
    1 change
  • FinnairAY1076 · AY1301
    18:1516h30
    Riga International Airport
    9:45Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £1581One-way
    1 change
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO794 · LO265
    5:504h45
    Riga International Airport
    9:35Amsterdam Airport Schiphol
    £2341One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Riga to Amsterdam

Travel to Amsterdam easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Riga to Amsterdam.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Riga and Amsterdam including taking a coach and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Riga to Amsterdam is a coach with an average price of £120.

This is compared to other travel options from Riga to Amsterdam:

A coach is £409 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Riga to Amsterdam costing on average £530.

The fastest way to travel from Riga to Amsterdam is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 3m.

Other travel options to Amsterdam take longer:

Coach takes on average 30h 23m.

The Riga to Amsterdam distance is approximately 1331 km.
The average frequency per day from Riga to Amsterdam is:
  • Around 76 flights per day.
  • Around 16 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Riga and Amsterdam as scheduled services by coach and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Riga to Amsterdam:
  • Flights mostly depart from Riga International Airport and arrive in Amsterdam Airport Schiphol.
  • Coaches mostly depart from Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and arrive in Amsterdam, Piarcoplein (Amsterdam Sloterdijk).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Riga to Amsterdam, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Air Baltic, Finnair, Lot Polish Airlines, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Lufthansa, KLM, tarom, Sas Airways, ITA, TAP Portugal, Air France to go to Amsterdam by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus, Ecolines to go to Amsterdam by coach.
Yes, there are direct services available from Riga to Amsterdam with the following travel companies:
  • 6 direct flights per day with Air Baltic.
  • 1 direct coaches per day with Ecolines.
Omio customers who travel from Riga to Amsterdam often also extend their vacation to go to Paris, Brussels, Berlin, London, Cologne. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Amsterdam and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Riga to Amsterdam, you can choose from several travel options including coach and flight.
In Amsterdam, you can enjoy a Canal Cruise to take in the views of the city's iconic canals and architecture. Visit the vibrant Jordaan district, known for its narrow streets and cosy cafes. Explore the Albert Cuyp Market for a taste of Dutch delicacies. Experience the Heineken Experience, an interactive journey through the brewery's history. Discover the NEMO Science Museum for hands-on fun. For the best sights, visit the Rijksmuseum, the Anne Frank House, and the Van Gogh Museum. Relax in Vondelpark or explore Dam Square with its Royal Palace and National Monument.
A three to four-day visit allows you to explore Amsterdam's main attractions, such as the Anne Frank House, Van Gogh Museum, and a canal cruise, while also enjoying its charming neighbourhoods and vibrant culture.

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