The cheapest and fastest buses from Riga to Tallinn
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€20
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 35 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 €20 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, Nov 24, 81 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Nov 24 the direct buses cover the 280 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
On Mon, Nov 24 the slowest buses will take 3 h 35 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 €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 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 €6, and a flight costs an average of €102.
Distance: 280 km
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €159 Average price | €24 Average price |
4h 56m Average total duration 4h 26m 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 |
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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 tomorrow, Monday, November 24. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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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 | 4h05 | 12:05 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 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 | 4h25 | 12:25 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 8:10 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h15 | 12:25 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 8:10 AM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 3h55 | 12:05 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 8:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h55 | 12:25 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
14|v121>v1e | 8:30 AM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h35 | 12:05 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 | 4h25 | 4:25 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 | 4h05 | 4:05 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 | 12:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 3h55 | 4:05 PM Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla) | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h15 | 4:25 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:30 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h55 | 4:25 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
149|v121>v1e | 12:30 PM Riga, Jugla (Brīvības gatvē) | 3h35 | 4:05 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 | |
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 | |
149|v121>v1e | 2:40 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h40 | 7:20 PM Tallinn, Bussijaam | 0 transfersDirect | |
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 | 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 | 4h35 | 8:35 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 | 4:10 PM Rīga, Tērbatas iela / Merķeļa iela | 4h25 | 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 | 4:30 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 | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Riga to Tallinn
Buses from Riga to Tallinn run on average 63 times per day, taking around 4h 26m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €6 if you book in advance.
There are 63 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:45, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 280 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 280 km |
Average bus duration 4h 26m |
Cheapest ticket price €6 |
Buses per day 63 |
Direct buses 63 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 00:45 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: Lux Express, Ecolines, FlixBus, Peatus Estonia, 1188 Latvia from Riga to TallinnYou can travel by bus between Riga to Tallinn with Lux Express, Ecolines, FlixBus, Peatus Estonia, 1188 Latvia for as low as €6. 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.

When departing from Riga, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and Skulte, Riga International Airport. When arriving in Tallinn, you can end your journey in coach stations like Tallinn, Bussijaam, Tallinn, Passenger Port (D-Terminal) and Tallinn, Pärnu mnt / Saagi (Vana-Pääsküla).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Tallinn, Bussijaam, located 1.4 miles (2.2 km) away from the city centre.
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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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