Comfortable trip from Riga to St. Petersburg with ArtSanTaxi
One of the most popular routes today is the Riga – St. Petersburg route. The distance between these cities is 575 kilometers. Our company ArtSanTaxi offers comfortable transfers that will take any number of passengers to the specified address. We have cars for 1-3 people (Sedan) and for larger groups (minibus).
Since many passengers fly to Riga by plane, ArtSanTaxi drivers always meet them at the airport. If the flight is delayed, we never charge for waiting time, and we do not ask for prepayment. Our drivers wait for passengers as long as necessary. ArtSanTaxi employees monitor all flights, so we are always ready for unforeseen situations and force majeure.
What travel options from Riga to St. Petersburg does ArtSanTaxi offer
You can get from one city to another through three different borders. The most popular road today is the one that runs through the Luhamaa-Shumilkino border. The distance from Riga to Luhamaa is 230 kilometers.
The second route lies to the north of this border. This checkpoint is also on Estonian territory: the Koidula - Kunichina Gora border crossing.
The third option is a trip through Latvia. Namely, through the pedestrian crossing in Grebnevo-Ubylinka.
The manager always offers all three options, since each passenger has individual requests. We try to choose the option where you will not have to stand in a long queue, because for everyone crossing the border this is the biggest problem. All the border crossings are in open areas without shelters, so it is very important for people to spend as little time there as possible.
Most often, we suggest going through Luhamaa. If there are too many people there, then we have an option with Koidula. By the way, the distance between these cities is only 40 kilometers, so in case of some unforeseen situation and delays at the border, the driver can quickly transport passengers from one point to another.
If you are travelling from Saint Petersburg to Riga, read more about the route via Pskov and Luhamaa on the page transfer Saint Petersburg - Riga via Pskov and Luhamaa. If you prefer the Kunichina Gora - Koidula crossing with its short walk, see the page Saint Petersburg - Riga transfer via Pskov and Koidula.
For a calm and quick border crossing, it is best to carry only items for personal use: without labels, price tags or new boxes. Items worth up to 300 EUR are best carried together with the receipt. Be more careful with electronics: many goods fall under sanctions, and new equipment sometimes cannot be taken across even if it costs less than 300 EUR. Euros may not be carried at all. You can carry US dollars and roubles: up to 10 thousand US dollars or the same amount in roubles per person without a declaration.
Cheese and dairy products are currently allowed. However, sausage and other pork products may not be carried across the border. If goods are confiscated, a report is drawn up and the person is added to a list. Everyone on this list is always thoroughly checked when crossing the border.
If passengers want to save money, our second transfer, which meets them on the Russian side, can take them to Pskov instead of Saint Petersburg. From there they can continue to Saint Petersburg by train, and it is best to check the current timetable in advance.
Advantages of traveling on the Riga – St. Petersburg route with ArtSanTaxi
ArtSanTaxi offers cars that undergo regular technical inspection. For small passengers, child seats are provided, ensuring maximum safety. In addition, we are happy to accept customers with pets, provided that they are transported in special carriers.
Experienced, highly qualified drivers guarantee safe and fast trips. You can pay for the service in cash or by card, because all cars are equipped with terminals. Drivers regularly make stops at comfortable gas stations so that passengers can rest, have a snack and stretch their legs. The ability to pre-book a roundtrip allows travelers to enjoy their vacation without worrying about the way back.