Transportation & Infrastructure Guide in Latvia
Public transit, airports, and getting around
Public Transport
Road Infrastructure
Public Transport
6.2/10Functional public transport in Riga and major cities with bus networks and regional rail connections. Vivy operates passenger rail services. Limited metro system; integration between modes is developing. Good coverage in urban centers but less frequent service in peripheral areas. Operating hours typically 5 AM-11 PM with reduced night service.
Road Infrastructure
6.8/10Total road network of 13,181 km with 10,570 km hard-surface roads connecting to EU and CIS networks. Main highways well-maintained; regional and local roads vary in condition. Dense network supports commercial traffic; ongoing EU-funded modernization projects improving infrastructure quality and safety standards.
Internet Speed
7.6/10Strong broadband infrastructure with average speeds of 120-150 Mbps in urban areas. Extensive fiber optic deployment in cities; growing rural coverage. Latvia ranks among Baltic leaders in digital connectivity with competitive pricing and high mobile internet speeds.
Avg: 135+ Mbps • Extensive urban fiber coverage; expanding to regional centers and rural areas through EU digital infrastructure programs
Airport Connectivity
7.8/10Riga International Airport (RIX) serves as the Baltic region's largest hub with 5 million annual passengers and 80+ destinations across 30 countries. Approximately 20 passenger airlines operate from RIX; airBaltic uses it as primary hub. Secondary airports in Liepāja and Ventspils offer limited service. Strong European and Asian connectivity.
Transportation Costs
- Metro Pass
- €60/month (Riga public transport); €45/month regional
- Bus Trip
- €1.15 per ride (Riga); €1.50-2.50 regional routes
- Taxi
- €0.70 start + €0.80/km (Riga); varies by region
- High-speed Train
- €15-45 Riga-Daugavpils; Rail Baltica will enhance connections
Mobile Network
Excellent mobile network quality with high-speed 4G coverage nationwide and growing 5G in urban centers. Three major carriers provide competitive service with strong reliability. Mobile internet speeds competitive with Western Europe.
Driving License
EU/EEA driving licenses valid indefinitely in Latvia. Non-EU licenses valid for 12 months; IDP recommended for extended stays. Right-hand traffic. Minimum age 18 for car rental. Headlights required during day; winter tires mandatory November-March.
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