How to Book Train Travel From Tallinn to Riga

Unfortunately, direct train travel from Tallinn to Riga is no longer available. Direct train routes between the 2 cities have been canceled. Fortunately, this is because there are cheaper and faster ways to go from Tallinn to Riga. Follow these steps to find your travel options to Riga.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Things You’ll Need:

• Credit card
• Passport
• Visa

Book Travel from Tallinn to Riga

1. Arrive in Tallinn by train by booking affordable tickets at the "Express to Russia" Web site (see Resources below). You can also call to book tickets at 800-553-9034.
2. Book bus tickets at the Eurolines Web site (see Resources below). You can call at 011 ([phone].
3. Go to the bus station from the train station. There's an excellent and inexpensive bus connection that will take you from Tallinn to Riga. This is becoming the preferred way to go between the 2 cities.
4. Think about changing your route. While it's no longer possible to go directly from Tallinn to Riga on the train, you can return to St. Petersburg from Tallinn and then take a very comfortable overnight train to Riga.

Know Your Destination

5. Experience the beauty that is Latvia. This isolated country is off the beaten path, so to speak, when it comes to tourism in this part of the world. You'll encounter fewer tourists. You can soak in the splendid architecture and culture at your leisure.
6. Know that since the end of Soviet rule, Riga has begun to return to its former splendor. Enjoy magnificent art, wonderful music, delicious food in high-end restaurants and ever-evolving night life.
7. Ring in the new year in Riga. New Year's is one of many exciting holidays and festivities celebrated each year in Latvia. More and more people are drawn here every year to experience a nation that's not only cultured and sophisticated, but also one that knows how to party.

Enjoy What Riga has to Offer

8. Don't miss out on the opera in Riga. Some of the finest opera performances take place in this part of the world happen in Riga. The city's high culture and passion for music blend in perfect harmony.
9. Shop 'til you drop in the fine boutiques and stores of Riga. Prices can be slightly higher in Riga; but there are many tax-free shops that will more than make up for it.

Tips & Warnings

• Book online for Web-exclusive discounts and specials.
• Know that you'll have to take a few steps and make a few connections in order to get from Tallinn to Riga.
• The train system is in a state of decline. You'll want to search for alternative methods of transportation.

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