Jurmala is a popular holiday destination for both numerous tourists and Latvians themselves. Very often people come here from Riga to improve their health in local sanatoriums. If you are planning to visit the famous resort, find out in advance how to get from Riga to Jurmala by private car or public transport. The choice of the mode of transport depends on your goals, needs and financial capabilities.
How can you get from Riga to Jurmala
You can get from the capital of Latvia to the resort Jurmala both by private car and by public transport.
| Vehicle type | Estimated travel time | Average fare |
|---|---|---|
| Minibus | 30 minutes | 1,5 € - to Lielupe 2,05 € - to Jaunkemeri |
| Transit bus | 40 minutes | 1.24 |
| Train | 30 minutes | 1.4 |
| Boat / motor ship New wave | 2.5 h | 20-30 € for adults 10-15 € for children 6-12 years old. |
| Own car | 15 - 20 minutes | about 6 liters per 100 km at a price of up to 1.5 euros / liter |
| Bike | 1-1.5 hours | 9 € - bike rental cost |
| Taxi | 20 minutes | 30 |
Travel from Riga to Jurmala by bus or minibus
Traveling by bus or shuttle has such advantages as low cost of travel and frequency of flights.
There are no direct flights from Riga to Jurmala, because a specific area of the city is indicated as the place of arrival.
Jurmala consists of districts:
- Priedaine,
- Lielupe,
- Bulduri,
- Dzintari,
- Majori,
- Dubulti,
- Valteri,
- Jaundubults,
- Pumpuri,
- Melluzi,
- Asari,
- Vaivari,
- Sloka,
- Kauguri,
- Jaunkemeri
- Kemeri.
If you want to get to the very center of Jurmala and see the legendary concert hall "Dzintari" you need to buy tickets to the Majori station. When viewing the schedule, choose: starting point - Rigas SAO, destination - Lielupe or Dubulti.
You can get acquainted with the current schedule of fixed-route taxis and buses from Riga to Jurmala at the following link.
Flights depart around the clock at intervals of 5, 10 and 15 minutes. Travel time from 32 to 38 minutes.
You can take a minibus or a bus at the Riga bus station Rigas SAO, which is located at: st. Pragas, 1.
You should buy a ticket for the Riga-Jurmala bus at the ticket office. Payment for travel in the minibus is carried out with the driver at the end of the trip.
How to get from Riga to Jurmala by train
The electric train is the easiest, most comfortable and cheapest way to get from the Latvian capital to the resort town of Jurmala. Tickets are sold at the ticket office of the Riga railway station, which is located at the address: Rīgas Pilsēta, Ulitsa Vii Artmane, LV-1050.
Working hours: 06.00–22.00.
On the second floor of the station building there is a shopping center with several cafeterias, you can have a good time while waiting for the train. Curious travelers will love the Railway Museum.
The current train schedule can be found here. Trains leave around the clock, every 25-30 minutes. Travel time is 26, 33, 34, 35 or 36 minutes, depending on the specific train.
Tickets are sold at the ticket office of the station or from the controller in the train carriage. They can be more expensive from the controller.
It is important to know: you are purchasing a ticket not for a specific time line, but for any train during the day to the specified destination. This is very convenient and allows you to adjust plans in case of unforeseen circumstances.
Having decided to buy a ticket, carefully consider the choice of the final destination. The trains going to Tukums, Sloka or Dubulti pass through Jurmala. In this case, you can get off at one of the following stations, which must be reported when buying a ticket:
- Lielupe - the very first stop in Jurmala;
- Dzintari - next to the famous concert hall;
- Majori - the city center, where all the main attractions are located;
- Dubulti is the last stop in the city next to the Lutheran Church.
Boat trip from Riga to Jurmala
The most expensive and time-consuming option to get from Riga to Jurmala is a boat trip. Suitable for those who are attracted to travel by water. Such a voyage will give a lot of new vivid impressions and will be great entertainment.
Motor ships New wave run between the two cities during the warm season from May 1 to September 30. From Riga, ships depart from the Presidential Palace near the Vantu bridge in Old Riga, once a day, at 11.00.
If you are not in time for the start of the excursion trip, you will have to wait for the next day. You can also return to the capital only once a day - at 16.00.
Important: all ships are equipped with toilets and bars (drinks, ice cream, light snacks are available for sale).
Having made a choice in favor of river transport, you will cover the distance from Riga to Jurmala in 2.5 hours. The current schedule of the ship's flights can be found at the link.
The ticket can be purchased one way or there and back. It is cheaper to buy a ticket in both directions at once. In addition, "waterbus" rental is available for private walks, tours and events.
To Jurmala from Riga by car
Having decided to go from the capital of Latvia to the famous resort, you can rent a car, take a taxi or go by your own car. A ride with a driver will give you maximum comfort and will allow you to relax as much as possible on the way. Own or rented car is always an additional responsibility and expense that should not be forgotten.
During the tourist season (April 1 - September 30), entry to Jurmala by private car is paid. Permission price - 2 €.
You can pay with coins or a bank card at the machine. He doesn't give change. The bills can be exchanged in a separate changer.
If you have a reservation in one of the hotels in Jurmala, entry should be free: you should check with the hotel administration and stock up on a printed booking confirmation.
Travel to Jurmala by private car
If you have crossed the Latvian border by a private car, a trip to Jurmala from Riga on it will allow you to take a walk around the city in a short period of time, explore the coastline and its surroundings. An excellent solution for families, as well as for those who prefer their own routes for excursions.
The trip will take 30-40 minutes. The costs will be: 1, 5-2 € for gasoline, 2 € - entry to the resort. Parking during the day in the territory of the settlement is free.
In Latvia, tourists driving their own car will need to have:
- international driving license;
- documents for the car;
- Green Card (personal liability insurance of the car owner in the European Union).
Direction of movement from the capital towards the resort: Ventspils highway (E22, Karļa Uļmaņa gatve).
How to rent a car for a trip to the resort
Perhaps the most expensive, but at the same time the most comfortable travel option, which is suitable for experienced motorists, is to rent a car for a trip to the resort.
To rent a car in Riga, you will need:
- international driving license;
- credit / debit card (only suitable if the rental does not involve a deposit).
If you are interested in car rental in Latvia, you will need to meet the following conditions:
- The minimum driver's age is 18-21, depending on the company and the category of the rented car. In most cases, there is an additional charge for young drivers under the age of 24 on the spot;
- driving experience from 1 year;
- charging an additional fee of 6 € per day for drivers under 25 years old;
- delivery and return of vehicles with a full tank;
- signing a lease agreement;
- driver's liability within the valid insurance package.
The average cost of renting a car in Riga is 35-45 € per day.To this should be added the cost of gasoline (1.25 € per liter) and possible additional costs associated with damage to the car during the trip or returning it in an inappropriate condition.
Taxi from Riga to Jurmala
Taxi is the best choice for those who want to get from Riga airport to Jurmala. Unfortunately, the Riga airport is not connected to the resort by any public transport. Considering that it is located approximately halfway between the two cities, it is unprofitable to waste time and money to get to the bus or train station.
The trip will take about 40 minutes. Price - 41 € for a standard passenger car for three passengers.
You can also order a taxi from Riga to Jurmala for a group: a minibus for 19 passengers will cost from 130 €.
Is it possible to get to Jurmala from Riga by bike
A bicycle is the cheapest, but still laborious way to get to Jurmala from the capital on your own. The bike trip itself will be comfortable: there are special safe paths in the cities, the track coverage is excellent, there is an opportunity to move along the beach.
In terms of time, the bike ride will take about an hour and a little: it all depends on your experience.
If you do not have your own bike, it will not be difficult to rent it. Riga companies offer both hourly and daily rentals. Issue price: about 9 € per day.
A variety of models will allow you to choose almost any bike, including tandems for two.
Summarizing
How long to go from Riga to Jurmala directly depends on the chosen type of transport. The distance between the cities is not great - only 43 km. By train, bus, minibus and car, the entire journey takes just over half an hour. By bike - just over 1 hour. Walk on a river boat - 2, 5 hours.
- The cost of a trip from the capital to Jurmala is on average 1.5 euros (train, minibus, bus).
- The river walk will cost 20-30 € per person.
- The most expensive travel option is renting a car (35-40 € per day) or a taxi (35-40 € for a one-way trip).
- If you travel on your own bike, you don't have to pay anything. On a rented one - 9 € per day for rent.
It should be remembered that during the tourist season, entry to Jurmala by a private or rented car is paid - 2 € (except for those who can confirm a preliminary registration at a local hotel).
From Riga airport you can order a transfer to the river / railway station or take a taxi directly to Jurmala.
