Route guide

Amsterdam → Riga

1330 km · Netherlands to Latvia · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €42+ by bus

How to travel from Amsterdam to Riga

There are 4 ways to travel between Amsterdam and Riga — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€95–279

Duration: 11h 5m

via NS (Intercity), Pasažieru vilciens

~19 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€42–113

Duration: 19h

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~37 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€88–280

Duration: 4h 16m

via Ryanair, easyJet, KLM, Transavia

~208 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€160–293

Duration: 14h 47m

~226 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Amsterdam and Riga highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1330 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Netherlands into Latvia. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Amsterdam to Riga — every option in detail

Amsterdam to Riga by train

Trains link Amsterdam (Netherlands) and Riga (Latvia) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 11h 5m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include NS (Intercity), Pasažieru vilciens.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €95 to €279. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 19 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 208 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~189 kg on this distance.

Amsterdam to Riga by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Amsterdam and Riga with a typical journey of 19h. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €42 when booked in advance, rising to €113 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Amsterdam to Riga by flight

Flights between Amsterdam and Riga take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 16m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, KLM, Transavia.

Typical fare range is €88–280. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 208 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Amsterdam to Riga by car

The driving distance from Amsterdam to Riga is approximately 1530 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 14h 47m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €160–293 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Netherlands–Latvia border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 226 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Amsterdam and Riga is approximately 1330 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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