How to Get to ATTA Centre from Riga Airport: The Fast & Cheap Way : RDE26

Key Takeaways:

• The Bolt Pickup Zone: Exit the Arrivals hall, ignore the first taxi lane, and cross to the second lane marked "Carshare" to meet your Bolt driver.
• Avoid Taxi Scams: Never get into an unbranded car with a yellow "TAXI" sign; stick to the app or official Red Cab/Baltic Taxi fleets.
• The Budget Route: Take Bus 22 to the "Abrenes iela" stop, then transfer to Bus 12 to "Balvu iela" for a €1.50 public transit journey.

You have just landed at Riga International Airport (RIX) for Radiodays Europe 2026. You have your luggage, and you walk out of the terminal to see a chaotic line of taxis.

A driver in a leather jacket waves at you and says, "Taxi? Good price."

Stop! Do not get in that car. If you do, you might end up paying €50+ for a ride that should cost €15. As a local tech founder who flies in and out of RIX constantly, I’m going to tell you exactly how to get to the ATTA Centre without getting ripped off.

Option 1: The "Pro" Move (Bolt)

• Cost: €12 – €18 (approx.)
• Time: ~15 Minutes
• Why: It’s transparent, safe, and cashless. In Latvia, Bolt is king. We don't really use Uber here.
• The Pickup Point: Exit the Arrivals Hall on the ground level (Exit E). Ignore the first lane of taxis. Cross to the Second Lane and look for the green signs that say "Carshare / Bolt" next to the statue of a man dragging a suitcase.

Option 2: The "Safe" Taxi (Red Cab / Baltic Taxi)

• Cost: €20 – €30
• Why: You don't have the app or your phone battery died.
• The Rule: If you must take a physical taxi, only use the Green or Red cars parked in the First Lane right outside the door. Avoid unbranded cars with yellow "TAXI" signs on the roof.

Option 3: The "Budget" Adventure (Public Transport) If you are on a strict budget, you can take public transport, but there is no direct bus to the ATTA Centre. The official guide provides two specific transfer routes:

• Public Transport Option 1: Take Bus No. 22 from the airport to the "Abrenes iela" stop. Transfer to Bus No. 12 and take it to "Balvu iela". The ATTA Centre is a 10-minute walk from there.
• Public Transport Option 2: Take Bus No. 22 to the "Centrāltirgus" (Central Market) stop (approx. 28 mins). Walk 6 minutes to the "Spīķeri" tram stop. Take Tram No. 7 to "Rēznas iela" (approx. 9 mins). The ATTA Centre is a 10-minute walk from there.

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FAQ

How far is the ATTA Centre from Riga Airport (RIX)?

The venue is approximately a 15-minute drive from the airport by taxi or Bolt.

Where do I catch a Bolt at Riga Airport?

Exit the Arrivals terminal on the ground floor, cross to the second lane marked "Carshare," and wait by the suitcase statue.

What bus goes from Riga Airport to the ATTA Centre?

You can take Bus No. 22 to "Abrenes iela," and then change to Bus No. 12 to the "Balvu iela" stop.

Is there a tram from the airport to the venue?

No direct tram exists, but you can take Bus No. 22 to the Central Market and transfer to Tram No. 7 to the "Rēznas iela" stop.

How much is a taxi from Riga Airport to the city?

An app-based Bolt ride typically costs €12–€18, while a traditional metered taxi will cost between €20 and €30.