Riga to Daugavpils: travel options
Approximate direct distance: 191 km • Travel distance depends on the route and transport you choose.
Compare the options
Recorded fares and journey times. Check each operator before booking.
| Transport Mode | Operator | Duration | Price guide | Stations / Airports | Key Booking Tip |
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| train Direct | Regional Operator | About 3h 20m |
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Review due. Source last checked: 14 Oct 2026 Fares vary by departure and ticket conditions. Tickets and times |
Dep: Riga Central
Arr: Daugavpils railway station
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The linked Vivi base timetable includes through train 802 from Riga 07:01 to Daugavpils 10:19, about 3 hours 18 minutes. Check your dated departure and current changes; add separate local travel to the fortress or museum. |
Choosing your journey
A direct train is a useful starting choice, taking roughly 3–3½hours. Stay overnight if the Rothko Museum and fortress are the main reasons for your trip.
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Riga Start
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Daugavpils 191 km apart
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Use the dated rail timetable
The Daugavpils visitor service describes Riga trains taking around three to three and a half hours. Check Vivi for the actual departure and stopping pattern. Coaches are another option when their times fit better.
Keep the museum off a tight arrival schedule
The railway station, central streets and fortress are separate places. Add the final local journey before deciding whether an arrival-day museum visit is realistic. Ticket sales at the Rothko Museum finish 30 minutes before closing.
Choose a base for your stay
A central room makes food and the next train easier. A fortress-area stay may suit an art-focused visit, but check how to reach it and get back after dinner. Confirm any late check-in before choosing an evening arrival.
Count the return before choosing a day trip
The return rail travel alone can take more than six hours. With one or two nights, you can leave bags, spend time with the exhibitions and walk the fortress without rushing. Compare the full ticket and room total rather than only the outward fare.
Plan the arrival
Continue with the Daugavpils guide when choosing a base and local visits. Add this journey separately to your daily spending plan. The distance above compares the city centres in a straight line; the route you travel can be longer.