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Latvia by Train

It's time to explore the north of Europe with a Eurail Pass! The Latvian railway carrier brings you all over the country, from the coast at the Baltic Sea to historical towns and beautiful nature. 

 

Train types in Latvia

Latvia

Trains in Latvia are operated by VIVI. The main hub is the capital Riga. 

 

Most trains in Latvia are 2nd class regional trains and a reservation is not possible, except for the following two routes:

 

Riga - Daugavpils - Indra

  • There is a comfort class on once daily trains.
  • Reservations (€ 1,40) are recommended for comfort class

 

Riga - Rezneke

  • There is a comfort class on once daily trains.
  • Reservations (€ 1,40) are recommended for comfort class

 

International trains

There are a few direct international trains from Latvia to neighbouring countries, such as a direct train to Lithuania and a connection with a change to Estonia.

 

Riga - Tallinn (Estonia)

  • Once daily direct passenger train.
  • Connecting two Baltic capitals and countries once again.
  • Please check timetables of the Estonian Railways or our own rail planner.
  • No seat reservations possible for this connection

 

Riga – Valga (Estonia)

  • The last stop of the Riga - Valga line is on Estonian territory. Here you can change to an Estonian train directly to Tartu and Tallinn.
  • Please check timetables of both, the Latvian Railways and the Estonian Railways, since schedules are not necessarily well connected.
  • No seat reservations possible for this connection, only in 1st class between Valga and Tallinn

 

Riga – Jelgava – Siauliai – Vilnius (Lithuania)

  • Once daily direct passenger train.
  • Connecting two Baltic capitals and countries once again.
  • Mandatory seat reservation (€5).
  • Reservations an be bought through LTG Link.
    • See here for more information.

 

Daugavpils - Vilnius (Lithuania)

  • Currently, there is no international train on this route. At Daugavpils station in Latvia, you can catch a bus to Turmantas and change to a Lithuanian train that goes to Vilnius or other destinations in Lithuania (note: these buses are not included in your Pass).

 

 

International ferries

Latvia has great connections to Sweden and Germany These ferries are not included in the Pass, but Pass holders can get a discount on their passage. Check the benefits portal for more information on these ferries:

 

Ferries to Germany:

  • Liepaja (Latvia) - Travemunde (Germany): this route is offered by Stena Line and takes approximately 27 hours.

 

Ferries to Sweden

  • Ventspils (Latvia) - Nynäshamm (Sweden): this route is offered by Stena Line and takes around 7,5 hours.

 

Popular connections

Average travel time from Riga to domestic destinations

 

Riga - Liepaja 3h 20m (not daily)
Riga - Daugavpils 
(€ 1.40 in Comfort class wagon)		 3h 20m (2h 45m fast service)
Riga - Valga 2h 45m
Riga - Rezekne
(€ 1.40 in Comfort class wagon)		 3h 35m (2h 45m fast service)
Riga - Gulbene 3h 20m
Riga - Jelgava 45m (every 30 to 60 minutes)
Riga - Jurmala (beach)
Main stations: Majori and Dubulti		 30m (every 30 minutes)

Average travel time from Riga to destinations abroad

Route Which train? Travel time Reservations
Riga - Tallinn VIVI / LTG Link / Elron (T) 6h 30m Only 1st class reservations possible on Tallinn-Valga
Riga - Vilnius LTG Link (T) 4h Mandatory reservations to Lithuania
Liepaja - Travemünde Stena Line 27h Benefit partner, discount only
Ventspils – Nynäshamn Stena Line 16h Benefit partner, discount only

 

Reservations

Reservations for trains in Latvia:

 

Riga – Jelgava – Siauliai – Vilnius

Reservations are mandatory and can be bought through LTG Link.

See here for more information.
Riga – Daugavpils – Indra

Once per day there is a train on this route with a comfort class section (additional fee € 1.40). For this specific train it's highly recommended to make reservations.

 

This train also stops at the following stations: Ogre, Aizkraukle, Plavinas, Krustpils, and Līvāni
Riga – Rezekne II

Once per day there is a train on this route with a comfort class section (additional fee € 1.40). For this specific train it's highly recommended to make reservations.

 

This is only valid for part of the route: Riga - Rezekne

This trains also stops at the following stations: Ogre, Aizkraukle, Pļaviņas, Krustpils, and Viļāni.

 

 

Get your Pass for Latvia

Latvia Pass

  • Offers you extensive rail travel in Latvia.

  • Youth, senior and family discounts available.

  • Prices from $ 64

 

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Global Pass

  • Have the freedom to visit Latvia and up to 32 other Eurail countries

  • Youth, senior and family discounts available

  • Prices from $ 233

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Tips and tricks for Latvia

Latvian train stations

The central railway station in Riga is the main station in Latvia. All domestic routes leave from this station. There are several services you can make use of:

 

Luggage Lockers

Luggage storage facilities are offered at Riga Central Station.

 

Lost and Found

Lost and Found service is provided by “Pasazieru vilciens” Customer Service Centre at Riga Central Station. In case of lost or found items please contact by phone: +371 67232135. 

 

Service Centre

Railway station, Stacijas laukums 2, Riga.

Phone: +371 67232135

Opening hours daily from 7:00-19:00

Pass Benefits in Latvia

With an Interrail Pass you can make use of some benefits, like:

 

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