Route guide

Riga → Munich

1291 km · Latvia to Germany · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €41+ by bus

How to travel from Riga to Munich

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

🚄Train

€92–272

Duration: 10h 46m

via Pasažieru vilciens, Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

~18 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€41–110

Duration: 18h 27m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~36 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€87–275

Duration: 4h 13m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~201 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€155–284

Duration: 14h 21m

~220 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1291 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 Latvia into Germany. 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.

Riga to Munich — every option in detail

Riga to Munich by train

Trains link Riga (Latvia) and Munich (Germany) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 10h 46m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Pasažieru vilciens, Deutsche Bahn (ICE).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €92 to €272. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 18 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 201 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~183 kg on this distance.

Riga to Munich by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Riga and Munich with a typical journey of 18h 27m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €41 when booked in advance, rising to €110 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.

Riga to Munich by flight

Flights between Riga and Munich take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 13m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings.

Typical fare range is €87–275. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 201 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Riga to Munich by car

The driving distance from Riga to Munich is approximately 1485 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 14h 21m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €155–284 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Latvia–Germany 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 220 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Riga and Munich is approximately 1291 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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