How to get from Helsinki to Riga
Compare the train, bus and flight options. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the whole journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Helsinki to Riga. The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes 1h, not counting the trip to and from the airports. The two cities are about 382 km apart in a straight line. The price and operators below come from a real route search.
382 km
Which way suits you?
| Transport | Observed fare | Duration and scope | Detail |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight | €56Checked Sep 9 | 1hFlight only | See Flight details |
| Bus | €41Omio catalogue, Sep 7 | 7h 10mdirect | See Bus details |
- Flight€56Checked Sep 91h · Flight onlySee Flight details
- Bus€41Omio catalogue, Sep 77h 10m · directSee Bus details
These figures were observed on different days. This table is not a live price ranking for your date.
Helsinki to Riga: cheapest or fastest?
All from the same recent search. Pick a tab: the legs, the timing and the difference from the others all change with it.
- 1Helsinki Vantaa → Riga Internationalflight
airBaltic·1h
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
The observed fares belong to earlier dates.
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The amounts on each day are fares seen earlier, not live offers. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Flight prices by day, Helsinki to Riga
The lowest fare we saw for each day over the next three months. Tap a day to search it live.
September 2026
€103Departures from Helsinki to Riga
FlixBus runs 10 scheduled departures a day, the first at 07:30 and the last at 20:30.
| Operator | Departures a day | First | Last |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 10 | 07:30 | 20:30 |
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, the frequency is the operator's own and the timetable is not published to us. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and arrival
Ticket prices on this route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 7h 10m€41Book
Omio last refreshed these on Mon, Sep 7
Operators seen on these journeys
On this route you travel with airBaltic, FlixBus; Routavio does not add a booking fee.
How the trip from Helsinki to Riga works
Start with a airBaltic flight from Helsinki to Riga, about 1h. In total it's roughly €56 over 1h, direct, no transfers.
Helsinki to Riga: common questions
How long does it take to get from Helsinki to Riga?
The most useful option is a flight; the flight itself takes about 1h. Getting to and from the airports is on top of that.
How far is Riga from Helsinki?
About 382 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Helsinki to Riga cost?
Our latest search put the route we recommend at €56. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Are there direct flights from Helsinki to Riga?
Yes. The best option we found flies without a transfer and takes about 1h.
How long is the flight from Helsinki to Riga?
About 1h, and that is the flight itself. Getting to and from the airports is on top of it.
What are the airport codes for Helsinki and Riga?
Helsinki is HEL and Riga is RIX, so this route is usually written HEL to RIX.
Which operators run Helsinki to Riga?
On this route you travel with airBaltic, FlixBus.
Can you get from Helsinki to Riga without flying?
Yes. A ground route by bus takes about 7h 10m.
What is the cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Riga?
Usually a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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