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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Kampin metroasema | Starptautiskā autoosta | Cheapest | ||||
| Bus | Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2 | Starptautiskā autoosta | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Kampin metroasema | Starptautiskā autoosta | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2 | Starptautiskā autoosta | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Helsinki, Ferry Terminal 2 | Starptautiskā autoosta | No tags |
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Get from Helsinki to Riga
The journey takes about 9 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just £28, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Helsinki and Riga?
Stops in Helsinki
- A
Rautatieasema Jarnvags Station
Kaivokatu 1, 00101 Helsinki, Finland - B
Skatuddens Terminal
Skatuddens Terminal, 00160 Helsinki, Finland
Stops in Riga
- APrāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
- C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia - D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
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Based on 12164 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £28
Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Helsinki to Riga
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much is the bus ticket from Helsinki to Riga?
The cheapest coach tickets from Helsinki to Riga start from £28. The average price for this route is around £42. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Helsinki to Riga?
The average bus journey time from Helsinki to Riga is 9h 10m, covering a distance of 225 miles. The fastest bus can take 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 is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Helsinki to Riga?
The earliest bus departs from Helsinki to Riga at 05:15. And the latest bus departs at 22:30.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Helsinki to Riga?
A bus journey from Helsinki to Riga produces an estimated 9 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice 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.
The cheapest trip from Helsinki to Riga was searched and found on 31 Jan 2026 with a price of £31To 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 £31 to £46 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 £37, which is on 2026-02-01.
