Saint Petersburg to Riga by ferry
Riga lies 491 km (305 mi) south-west of Saint Petersburg, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
The sea distance is about 491 km (305 mi); at typical ferry speeds a direct crossing would take around 14 h 52 min. Whether one runs, and how often, is in the operator’s timetable.
| Saint Petersburg | Riga | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Latvia |
| Population | 5.4 million | 742,572 |
| Elevation | 11 m (36 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Riga) |
| Port | Big port Saint Petersburg | Freeport of Riga |
What changes when you arrive in Riga
Crossing from Russia into Latvia: money changes from the Ruble to the Euro (EUR); the dialling code becomes +371; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648804.
Where to book ferries from Saint Petersburg to Riga
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Staying in Riga
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Common questions
How far is Riga from Saint Petersburg?
491 km (305 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Saint Petersburg; by road roughly 599 km (372 mi).
How long does it take to get from Saint Petersburg to Riga by ferry?
About 14 h 52 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Saint Petersburg and Riga?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Riga?
The Euro (EUR).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.