How far is it from Cēsis to Gauja?

The distance between Cēsis and Gauja is 14 km by road.

How long does it take to drive from Cēsis to Gauja?

The drive from Cēsis to Gauja takes approximately 15 min by car.

The fastest route from Cēsis to Gauja covers 14 km with a driving time of approximately 15 min.

Gauja lies roughly to the north-east of Cēsis.

Along the route from Cēsis to Gauja you can fill up at Virši-A (24/7), Neste Cēsis 2. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.

Along the route from Cēsis to Gauja you can stop for the night or service your van at Rauna.

Distance: 14 kmDrive time: 15 min

Driving from Cēsis to Gauja takes about 15 min via P20. The distance is 14 km. The straight-line distance is 13 km. Driving directions

Driving directions15 · 14 km

The return trip from Gauja to Cēsis covers roughly the same distance, 14 km.

No notable attractions were found along this route.

Distance and drive time are computed from OpenStreetMap road data with the OSRM routing engine. Updated 7 October 2026.

How far is it from Cēsis to Gauja?: The distance between Cēsis and Gauja is 14 km by road.
How long does it take to drive from Cēsis to Gauja?: The drive from Cēsis to Gauja takes approximately 15 min by car.
What is the best route from Cēsis to Gauja?: The fastest route from Cēsis to Gauja covers 14 km with a driving time of approximately 15 min.
Which direction is Gauja from Cēsis?: Gauja lies roughly to the north-east of Cēsis.
Where can I find a 24h service station between Cēsis and Gauja?: Along the route from Cēsis to Gauja you can fill up at Virši-A (24/7), Neste Cēsis 2. Stations marked 24/7 stay open around the clock.
Where can I camp between Cēsis and Gauja?: Along the route from Cēsis to Gauja you can stop for the night or service your van at Rauna.