Route guide

Oslo → Riga

842 km · Norway to Latvia · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €30+ by bus

How to travel from Oslo to Riga

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

🚄Train

€66–192

Duration: 7h 1m

via Vy, Pasažieru vilciens

~12 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€30–79

Duration: 12h 2m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~24 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€69–221

Duration: 3h 37m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian

~131 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€101–185

Duration: 9h 22m

~143 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 842 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 Norway 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.

Oslo to Riga — every option in detail

Oslo to Riga by train

Trains link Oslo (Norway) and Riga (Latvia) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 7h 1m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Vy, Pasažieru vilciens.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €66 to €192. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 12 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 131 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~119 kg on this distance.

Oslo to Riga by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Oslo and Riga with a typical journey of 12h 2m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €30 when booked in advance, rising to €79 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.

Oslo to Riga by flight

Flights between Oslo and Riga take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 37m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian.

Typical fare range is €69–221. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 131 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Oslo to Riga by car

The driving distance from Oslo to Riga is approximately 969 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 9h 22m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €101–185 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Norway–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 143 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Oslo and Riga is approximately 842 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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