How to get there?

Jelgava is only 45 km from the capital, Riga. If you’re planning to visit Jelgava by car, you may find the following map of tourist attractions useful. If you plan to use public transport, timetables are available at the links below.

Jelgava

Jelgava Municipality

Jelgava Bus Station (Pasta iela 26, Jelgava) provides transport connections to settlements within Jelgava Municipality.

For bus timetables and routes, visit www.1188.lv/satiksme and the Jelgava Bus Park website www.jap.lv.

  • By train – Train, Riga – Jelgava, stop Ozolnieki. The train departs from Riga Railway Station every hour, the duration of the trip is 40 minutes. More information www.vivi.eng
  • By bus – Minibuses, Riga – Jelgava, stop Ozolnieki. Minibuses from Riga International Bus Station run at least once an hour. The duration of the trip is about 45 minutes. More information www.1188.lv/satiksme and www.autoosta.lv

How to get from Jelgava to tourist attractions in the Jelgava area by public transport?

Tourist attractions in and around Jelgava are also accessible by public bus. Jelgava Regional Tourism Centre recommends a selection of tourist attractions that can be visited without an appointment, with the exception of guided tours. Download travel ideas HERE.

Taxi services

To book a taxi, please call the phone numbers provided:

  • Jelgava Taxi Service – 63083200, 80008066
  • Taxi Services in Jelgava – 80008044
  • Via Taxi – 27737771
  • Bolt Taxi: You can download the app from the Bolt website or by searching for “Bolt” in the app store on your smart device (e.g., iOS App Store, Android Google Play).