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

The cheapest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Riga is to train which costs $30 - $60 and takes 11h 16m.

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

The fastest way to get from Saint Petersburg to Riga is to drive which takes 8h 9m and costs $100 - $150.

Is there a direct bus between Saint Petersburg and Riga?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal and arriving at Riga Central Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 10h 40m.

Is there a direct train between Saint Petersburg and Riga?

No, there is no direct train from Saint Petersburg to Riga. However, there are services departing from Baltiysky Railway Terminal and arriving at Riga-Pasazieru via Koidula and Aardla. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 11h 16m.

How far is it from Saint Petersburg to Riga?

The distance between Saint Petersburg and Riga is 555 km. The road distance is 566.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Riga without a car is to train and bus which takes 8h 35m and costs .

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

It takes approximately 8h 35m to get from Saint Petersburg to Riga, including transfers.

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

Saint Petersburg to Riga bus services, operated by Lux Express, depart from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal station.

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

Saint Petersburg to Riga train services, operated by Russian Railways (Lastochka Trains), depart from Baltiysky Railway Terminal station.

Train or bus from Saint Petersburg to Riga?

The best way to get from Saint Petersburg to Riga is to train which takes 11h 16m and costs $30 - $60. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $65 - $150 and takes 10h 40m.

Where does the Saint Petersburg to Riga bus arrive?

Saint Petersburg to Riga bus services, operated by Lux Express, arrive at Riga Central Bus Station.

Where does the Saint Petersburg to Riga train arrive?

Saint Petersburg to Riga train services, operated by Russian Railways (Lastochka Trains), arrive at Pechory-Pskovskie station.

Can I drive from Saint Petersburg to Riga?

Yes, the driving distance between Saint Petersburg to Riga is 567 km. It takes approximately 8h 9m to drive from Saint Petersburg to Riga.

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Saint Petersburg to Riga - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, and car

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There are 5 ways to get from Saint Petersburg to Riga by train, bus, or car

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Train, bus
best
1. Take the train from Baltiysky Railway Terminal to Pskov-1train 813В / ...
2. Take the bus from Pskov Bus station to Riga Central Bus Stationbus
8h 35m
Bus, train
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Võru bussijaambus
2. Take the bus from Võru bussijaam to Turu parkbus 376
3. Take the train from Valga to Riga-Pasazierutrain 873 / ...
13h 26m
$23–68
Train
1. Take the train from Baltiysky Railway Terminal to Pechory-Pskovskietrain
2. Take the train from Koidula to Kirsitrain R46
3. Take the train from Aardla to Riga-Pasazierutrain 0
11h 16m
$35–56
Drive 566.8 km
1. Drive from Saint Petersburg to Rigacar 566.8 km
8h 9m
$102–148
Bus
1. Take the bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Riga Central Bus Stationbus
10h 40m
$65–150

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Distance: 555.3 km
Duration: 8h 35m

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

You can take a train from Baltiysky Railway Terminal to Riga-Pasazieru via Pechory-Pskovskie, Koidula, and Aardla in around 11h 16m. Alternatively, Lux Express operates a bus from Saint Petersburg Bus Terminal to Riga Central Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $65–150 and the journey takes 10h 40m. Three other operators also service this route.

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