How far is it from Ape to Riga?

The distance between Ape and Riga is 178 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Ape to Riga?

The drive from Ape to Riga takes approximately 2 h 50 min by car.

What is the best route from Ape to Riga?

The fastest route from Ape to Riga covers 178 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 50 min.

Which direction is Riga from Ape?

Riga lies roughly to the west of Ape.

Which roads does the route from Ape to Riga follow?

The drive from Ape to Riga mainly follows A2.

Which towns do you pass between Ape and Riga?

Towns on the route from Ape to Riga include Smiltene, Drusti, Cēsis, Ādaži, Carnikava.

Where can I find a 24h service station between Ape and Riga?

Along the route from Ape to Riga you can fill up at Circle K (24/7), KOOL Līgatne (24/7), Virši (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Where can I camp between Ape and Riga?

Along the route from Ape to Riga you can stop for the night or service your van at Lõunatipu lõkkekoht, Camping Lakeside Sigulda, Lielais Akmens. The longest stretch on this route with no campsite is 117 km, between Lõunatipu lõkkekoht and Camping Lakeside Sigulda.

Where can I stop to rest between Ape and Riga?

On the route from Ape to Riga you can take a break at Plums Klo, Winkler.

Ape Riga

Distance: 178 kmDrive time: 2 h 50 min

Driving from Ape to Riga takes about 2 h 50 min via A2. The distance is 178 km. The straight-line distance is 170 km. EV charging is available along the route, including in Smiltene, Vecslavēkas, Cēsis, Baltezers, Rīga. Driving directions

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Driving directions25 · 178 km

1 Depart left onto Rīgas iela 204 m
2 Turn right onto Jaunā iela 130 m
3 Turn left onto Avotu iela 317 m
4 At end of road, turn right onto Stacijas iela 77 m
5 Turn slightly left onto Skolas iela 174 m
6 At end of road, turn left onto Skolas iela 541 m
7 Continue straight onto Ape (Vidzemes šoseja) — Igaunijas robeža 2 km
8 Turn right onto Rīga - Sigulda - Igaunijas robeža (Veclaicene) 96 km
9 Keep slightly left onto Rīga - Sigulda - Igaunijas robeža (Veclaicene) 24 km
10 Continue straight onto Vidzemes šoseja 5 km
11 Enter roundabout right onto Rīga - Sigulda - Igaunijas robeža (Veclaicene) 40 m
12 Exit roundabout right onto Rīga - Sigulda - Igaunijas robeža (Veclaicene) 14 km
13 Keep slightly right onto Rīga - Sigulda - Igaunijas robeža (Veclaicene) 23 km

14 Continue straight onto Brīvības gatve 10 km
15 Continue straight onto Brīvības iela 563 m
16 Turn left onto Pērnavas iela 403 m
17 Turn right onto Aleksandra Čaka iela 299 m
18 Continue straight onto Aleksandra Čaka iela 2 km
19 Continue straight onto Marijas iela 656 m
20 Continue slightly left onto 13. janvāra iela 653 m
21 Continue straight onto 11. novembra krastmala 305 m
22 Keep straight onto 11. novembra krastmala 314 m
23 Turn right onto Bīskapa gāte 179 m
24 Turn slightly right onto Doma laukums 47 m
25 Arrive right onto Doma laukums

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The return trip from Riga to Ape covers roughly the same distance, 178 km.

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How far is it from Ape to Riga?: The distance between Ape and Riga is 178 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Ape to Riga?: The drive from Ape to Riga takes approximately 2 h 50 min by car.
What is the best route from Ape to Riga?: The fastest route from Ape to Riga covers 178 km with a driving time of approximately 2 h 50 min.
Which direction is Riga from Ape?: Riga lies roughly to the west of Ape.
Which roads does the route from Ape to Riga follow?: The drive from Ape to Riga mainly follows A2.
Which towns do you pass between Ape and Riga?: Towns on the route from Ape to Riga include Smiltene, Drusti, Cēsis, Ādaži, Carnikava.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Ape and Riga?: Along the route from Ape to Riga you can fill up at Circle K (24/7), KOOL Līgatne (24/7), Virši (24/7). Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Ape and Riga?: Along the route from Ape to Riga you can stop for the night or service your van at Lõunatipu lõkkekoht, Camping Lakeside Sigulda, Lielais Akmens. The longest stretch on this route with no campsite is 117 km, between Lõunatipu lõkkekoht and Camping Lakeside Sigulda.
Where can I stop to rest between Ape and Riga?: On the route from Ape to Riga you can take a break at Plums Klo, Winkler.

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