What is the cheapest way to get from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg?

The cheapest way to get from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg is to train which costs RUB 2900 - RUB 4700 and takes 11h 47m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg?

The fastest way to get from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg is to drive which takes 8h 8m and costs RUB 8500 - RUB 13000.

Is there a direct bus between Riga (State) and Saint Petersburg?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riga Central Bus Station station and arriving at Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 13h.

Is there a direct train between Riga (State) and Saint Petersburg?

No, there is no direct train from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg. However, there are services departing from Riga-Pasazieru and arriving at Baltiysky Railway Terminal via Kirsi and Pechory-Pskovskie. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 47m.

How far is it from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg?

The distance between Riga (State) and Saint Petersburg is 654 km. The road distance is 566.2 km.

How do I travel from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg without a car?

The best way to get from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg without a car is to bus which takes 13h and costs RUB 5500 - RUB 12000.

How long does it take to get from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg?

It takes approximately 11h 47m to get from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg bus from?

Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg bus services, operated by Lux Express, depart from Riga Central Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg train from?

Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg train services, operated by Elron, depart from Riga-Pasazieru station.

Train or bus from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg?

The best way to get from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg is to train which takes 11h 47m and costs RUB 2900 - RUB 4700. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs RUB 5500 - RUB 12000 and takes 13h.

Where does the Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg bus arrive?

Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg bus services, operated by Lux Express, arrive at Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal station.

Where does the Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg train arrive?

Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg train services, operated by Elron, arrive at Aardla station.

Can I drive from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg is 566 km. It takes approximately 8h 8m to drive from Riga (State) to Saint Petersburg.

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best
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Aardlatrain 0
2. Take the train from Kirsi to Koidulatrain R46
3. Take the train from Pechory-Pskovskie to Baltiysky Railway Terminaltrain
11h 47m
₽2,904–4,623
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cheapest
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Valgatrain 874 / ...
2. Take the bus from Valga bussijaam to Võru bussijaambus 291 / ...
3. Take the bus from Võru bussijaam to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminalbus
13h 12m
₽2,061–5,680
Bus
1. Take the bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminalbus
13h
₽5,500–12,000
Drive 566.2 km
1. Drive from Riga to Saint Petersburgcar 566.2 km
8h 8m
₽8,588–12,404
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Kaliningrad Bus stationbus
2. Fly from Khrabrovo Airport (KGD) to Pulkovo Airport (LED)plane KGD - LED
14h 23m
₽6,562–41,090

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Distance: 654.1 km
Duration: 11h 47m

What companies run services between Riga (State), Latvia and Saint Petersburg, Russia?

You can take a train from Riga-Pasazieru to Baltiysky Railway Terminal via Kirsi, Koidula, and Pechory-Pskovskie in around 11h 47m. Alternatively, Lux Express operates a bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal once daily. Tickets cost ₽5,500–12,000 and the journey takes 13h. Three other operators also service this route.

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Flights from Khrabrovo Airport to Pulkovo Airport

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Train from Riga-Pasazieru to Aardla

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Bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal

Bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal

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