How much is the bus ticket from Helsinki to Riga?

The cheapest bus tickets from Helsinki to Riga start from $61. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the bus ride from Helsinki to Riga?

The average bus travel time from Helsinki to Riga is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 362 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by FlixBus .

Which bus companies service the Helsinki to Riga route?

Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Helsinki to Riga?

The earliest bus departs from Helsinki to Riga at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.

What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Helsinki to Riga?

A bus trip from Helsinki to Riga generates an estimated 9.045875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Bus Helsinki to Riga from $56 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures for Helsinki to Riga on April 12
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	8:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 10m	6:00am	Starptautiskā autoosta	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 10m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	8h 50m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 30m	6:00am	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 25m	12:15am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Riga on April 13
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 25m	12:15am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 10m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	8h 50m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 10m	6:00am	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 30m	6:00am	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Riga on April 14
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 25m	12:15am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 10m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	8h 50m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 10m	6:00am	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 30m	6:00am	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Riga on April 15
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 25m	12:15am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 10m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	8h 50m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 10m	6:00am	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	10:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 30m	6:00am	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Riga on April 16
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 25m	12:15am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 10m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	8h 50m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 10m	6:00am	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	8h 20m	6:50pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Riga on April 17
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 25m	12:15am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 10m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	8h 50m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	8:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 10m	6:00am	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	8h 20m	6:50pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags

Next departures for Helsinki to Riga on April 18
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	9h 25m	12:15am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	Cheapest
Bus	4:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 10m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	Fastest
Bus	2:50pm	Kampin metroasema	8h 50m	11:40pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	10:30am	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	8h 20m	6:50pm	Starptautiskā autoosta	No tags
Bus	4:30pm	Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2	7h 45m	12:15am	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 8:13 PM EEST.

Get from Helsinki to Riga

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $61, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

10bus per day

9h 10mAverage Duration

362 kmDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Where are the popular stops in Helsinki and Riga?

Stops in Helsinki

A
Rautatieasema Jarnvags Station
Kaivokatu 1, 00101 Helsinki, Finland
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B
Skatuddens Terminal
Skatuddens Terminal, 00160 Helsinki, Finland

Stops in Riga

A
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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B
Riga Airport
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C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia

Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/512,455 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 12455 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the staff but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at $61

LV bus companies:FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus, Intercape, ALSA, Sindbad, Ecolines, Rider Express

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Helsinki to Riga by bus

Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

How much is the bus ticket from Helsinki to Riga?
The cheapest bus tickets from Helsinki to Riga start from $61. The average price for this route is around $74. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Helsinki to Riga?
The average bus travel time from Helsinki to Riga is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 362 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 7h 10m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Helsinki to Riga route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Helsinki to Riga?
The earliest bus departs from Helsinki to Riga at 6:40am. And the latest bus departs at 10:30pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Helsinki to Riga?
A bus trip from Helsinki to Riga generates an estimated 9.045875 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

04-10

$63

04-11

$113

Today

$72

04-13

$60

04-14

$57

04-15

$57

04-16

$60

04-17

$62

The cheapest trip from Helsinki to Riga was searched and found on Apr 15, 2026 with a price of $57

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Helsinki to Riga, as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from $57 to $159 for a bus ticket from Helsinki to Riga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $57 which is on 2026-04-15.