Previously seen trips
| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Riga, platform 9, Riga | Bus Station, Smiltene | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Riga, platform 10, Riga | Bus Station, Smiltene | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga, platform 7, Riga | Bus Station, Smiltene | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga, platform 9, Riga | Bus Station, Smiltene | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga, platform 10, Riga | Bus Station, Smiltene | No tags |
Get from Riga to Smiltene
The journey takes about 2 hours 35 minutes and with fares starting at just $12, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riga to Smiltene by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Riga to Smiltene?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Smiltene start from $12. The average price for this route is around $13. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Riga to Smiltene?
The average bus trip duration from Riga to Smiltene is 2h 35m, covering a distance of 75 miles (121 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 2h 35m and is operated by Infobus.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Smiltene route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 8 buses available per day, including services from Infobus, VTU Valmiera.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Smiltene?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Smiltene at 8:00am. And the latest bus departs at 7:05pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Smiltene?
A bus trip from Riga to Smiltene generates an estimated 3 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Riga to Smiltene?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is VTU Valmiera, with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riga to Smiltene?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company Infobus has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 3.8.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Riga to Smiltene?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riga to Smiltene?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Infobus, with a cleanliness rating of 4.8 out of 5 stars.
