Riga to Vantaa by train
Vantaa lies 376 km (234 mi) north of Riga, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 5 h 24 min at the speeds typical of Latvia and Finland rail, over roughly 459 km (285 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Riga | Vantaa | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Latvia | Finland |
| Population | 742,572 | 252,724 |
| Elevation | 6 m (20 ft) | 18 m (59 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Riga) | UTC+3 (Europe/Helsinki) |
| Stations on record | Rīga Pasažieru, Vagonu Parks, Šķirotava | Vantaankoski railway station, Korso railway station, Martinlaakso railway station |
| Postal codes | LV-1001–LV-1084 | 01200–01770 |
What changes when you arrive in Vantaa
Crossing from Latvia into Finland: the dialling code becomes +358; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book trains from Riga to Vantaa
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Staying in Vantaa
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Common questions
How far is Vantaa from Riga?
376 km (234 mi) in a straight line, north of Riga; by road roughly 459 km (285 mi).
How long does it take to get from Riga to Vantaa by train?
About 5 h 24 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Riga and Vantaa?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Vantaa?
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.