The cheapest and fastest buses from Riga to Tallinn
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€18
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 37 m
Buses per day
81
Distance
280 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Riga to Tallinn is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Tallinn will cost around €18 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 81 buses that leave Riga for Tallinn on Mon, Feb 23, 81 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Feb 23 the direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 3 h 37 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Mon, Feb 23 the slowest buses will take 3 h 40 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.




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Compare train, bus, and flight for Riga to Tallinn
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Riga to Tallinn among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €5. 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 bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €5, and a flight costs an average of €88.
Distance: 280 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€12 Average price Cheapest | €133 Average price | €23 Average price |
4h 55m Average total duration 4h 25m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 50m Average total duration Fastest 50m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 10h 26m Average total duration 9h 56m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.7kg CO2 emissions | - 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 bus times
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Tallinn buses for today, Sunday, February 22. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 2:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h45 | 7:25 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 2:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h40 | 7:20 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 2:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 7:00 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h25 | 7:05 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 2:50 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h10 | 7:00 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 2:50 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h30 | 7:20 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h30 | 7:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 3:10 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h50 | 7:00 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 3:10 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 4h10 | 7:20 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 7:50 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 4:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h15 | 8:15 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 4:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h35 | 8:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 4:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h05 | 8:15 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 4:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h25 | 8:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 4:30 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 4h05 | 8:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 4:30 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h45 | 8:15 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 9:20 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
6470709 | 6:26 PM Skulte, Riga International Airport | 4h54 | 11:20 PM Tallinn | 0 transfersDirect | |
6470709 | 6:26 PM Skulte, Riga International Airport | 4h34 | 11:00 PM Tallinn | 0 transfersDirect | |
6470709 | 6:55 PM Riga | 4h25 | 11:20 PM Tallinn | 0 transfersDirect | |
6470709 | 6:55 PM Riga | 4h05 | 11:00 PM Tallinn | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h55 | 4:00 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h30 | 3:35 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
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EL-20|v121>v1e | 12:35 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 4:35 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 12:35 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 4:55 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 12:40 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h15 | 4:55 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 12:40 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 3h55 | 4:35 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 12:55 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 4h00 | 4:55 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 12:55 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h40 | 4:35 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h15 | 7:00 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h40 | 7:25 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 5:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h25 | 9:25 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 5:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 9:05 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 5:10 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h15 | 9:25 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h25 | 9:35 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 5:10 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 3h55 | 9:05 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:10 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h50 | 10:00 AM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 5:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h35 | 9:05 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 5:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h55 | 9:25 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 7:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 11:05 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 7:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h25 | 11:25 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 7:10 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 3h55 | 11:05 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 7:10 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h15 | 11:25 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h35 | 12:05 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 7:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h35 | 11:05 AM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 7:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h55 | 11:25 AM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h50 | 12:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:40 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 5h20 | 1:00 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 8:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h35 | 12:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h30 | 12:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 8:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h15 | 12:15 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 8:10 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h25 | 12:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 8:10 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h05 | 12:15 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 8:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 4h05 | 12:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 8:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h45 | 12:15 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 9:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 1:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 9:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h35 | 1:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 9:10 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h10 | 1:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 9:10 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h25 | 1:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 9:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 4h05 | 1:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v1e | 9:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h50 | 1:20 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h35 | 2:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 10:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 2:35 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 10:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h25 | 2:55 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 10:40 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 3h55 | 2:35 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 10:40 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h15 | 2:55 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 11:00 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h35 | 2:35 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 11:00 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h55 | 2:55 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h45 | 4:15 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h25 | 3:55 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h30 | 4:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h45 | 4:45 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 4:10 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h20 | 4:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h00 | 4:10 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h35 | 4:45 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:30 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h40 | 4:10 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:30 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 4h15 | 4:45 PM Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:30 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 4h00 | 4:30 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 1:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h15 | 5:15 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 1:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h35 | 5:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 1:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h25 | 5:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 1:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h05 | 5:15 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 1:30 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 4h05 | 5:35 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 1:30 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h45 | 5:15 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Riga to Tallinn
Buses from Riga to Tallinn run on average 74 times per day, taking around 4h 25m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €5 if you book in advance.
There are 74 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 280 km distance in 4h 5m.
Distance 280 km |
Average bus duration 4h 25m |
Cheapest ticket price €5 |
Buses per day 74 |
Direct buses 74 |
Fastest bus 4h 5m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Lux Express, Ecolines, FlixBus, Infobus, Peatus Estonia, 1188 Latvia from Riga to TallinnYou can travel by bus between Riga to Tallinn with Lux Express, Ecolines, FlixBus, Infobus, Peatus Estonia, 1188 Latvia for as low as €5. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Riga to Tallinn
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga to Tallinn by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Tallinn, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- Lux Express
- Lux Express offers a half-price ticket fare for a travel companion if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- Lux Express
- To receive a booking code for a half-price ticket for a travel companion, you must email Lux Express prior to booking if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Lux Express
- One piece of hand luggage weighing no more than 5 kg and not exceeding 45 × 35 × 20 cm, and one piece of luggage weighing no more than 23 kg and not exceeding 70 × 30 × 55 cm, are included free of charge.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- Lux Express
- Pets are allowed on Estonian and Latvian domestic routes with a separate pet ticket purchased at a 40% discount, guaranteeing a separate seat for the pet and its transport cage or bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Riga to Tallinn
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Autoosta (in the station)
- Bakery Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 11, 18 Train: A, B, C
- 05:00-01:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Fast-Food Outlet (in the station)
- Coffee Shop (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 2, 15, 17, 23 Trams: 2, 4
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