Riga to Tallinn bus route: crossing into Estonia
This 95 km bus route connects Riga, Latvia to Tallinn, Estonia, taking approximately 4 hours. Travelers experience comfortable first-class seating with amenities including complimentary beverages and snacks on this cross-border route between the two Baltic capitals.
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- Places
- Start
- Crossing into Estonia
- End
- Tallinn Backpackers Hostel
- Stops
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Stops on this route
- Crossing into Estonia — International border between Latvia and Estonia marking entry into the Baltic nation, crossed by frequent bus routes connecting regional capitals and cities.
- Tallinn — Capital of Estonia, destination reached after 4-hour first-class bus ride from Latvia; medieval Old Town and cultural hub.
- Tallinn Backpackers Hostel — Historic hostel in a converted old building in Tallinn where travelers stay; no-shoes policy and private en-suite bathroom in dorm room.
Useful for your trip
- Transport
- Lux bus from Riga to Tallinn offers first-class tickets with cabin seating, extra legroom, free water bottles, yogurt bars, and power outlets. First-class costs around €28; regular seats cost about €5 but offer fewer amenities.
- Save money
- Book Lux bus tickets in advance to save €8 compared to purchasing closer to departure date.
- Transport
- Lux bus journey from Riga to Tallinn takes approximately 4 hours and includes complimentary coffee service with self-serve options.
- Where to stay
- Tallinn Backpackers Hostel offers private bathrooms in rooms (not just shared facilities), located on potentially upper floors. No shoes policy inside—remove at entrance.
- Food
- Central Market in Riga sells affordable pastries including samosas/triangles with spinach and lamb fillings, and naan bread with cheese and tomato.
- Food
- Tallinn has a food festival within 10-minute walk from Tallinn Backpackers Hostel featuring barbecue pulled pork sandwiches and pork tacos.
- Tip
- Plan vaccinations (typhoid, Hepatitis A) before traveling to Southeast Asia; expect arm soreness for 24+ hours post-vaccination.
Video on this route
Accidentally Booked FIRST CLASS! (Bus Ride from Latvia to Estonia)