Moscow to Riga by train
Riga lies 842 km (523 mi) west of Moscow, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 12 h 6 min at the speeds typical of Russia and Latvia rail, over roughly 1,027 km (638 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Moscow | Riga | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Russia | Latvia |
| Population | 10.4 million | 742,572 |
| Elevation | 155 m (509 ft) | 6 m (20 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Moscow) | UTC+3 (Europe/Riga) |
| Stations on record | Kuskovo, Paveletsky railway station, Kursky railway station | Rīga Pasažieru, Vagonu Parks, Šķirotava |
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 trains from Moscow to Riga
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Staying in Riga
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Common questions
How far is Riga from Moscow?
842 km (523 mi) in a straight line, west of Moscow; by road roughly 1,027 km (638 mi).
How long does it take to get from Moscow to Riga by train?
About 12 h 6 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Moscow 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.