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Rīga – Jēkabpils: road trip guide
Road guide for Rīga – Jēkabpils: fuel costs, places to stop, food, walks and stay ideas.
Route overview
<h3>What to expect on the route</h3><p>The route is about 143 km and the basic driving time is around 2 h 10 min before longer stops.</p>
Rīga – Jēkabpils: road trip guide
A practical route guide with suggested stops, scenic places and useful planning notes for drivers.
This page combines cost planning with route ideas, so the trip is not just a drive from one city to another. Choose the most useful stops, check current opening times and adjust the day to weather and season.
- 01Ogres Zilie kalniPlaces to see · on route
- 02Ikšķiles Svētā Meinarda salaPlaces to see · on route
- 03Kokneses pilsdrupasPlaces to see · on route
- 04LikteņdārzsPlaces to see · on route
- 05Pļaviņu Daugavas skatiPlaces to see · on route
- 06Krustpils pilsPlaces to see · on route
- 07Jēkabpils Sēļu sētaPlaces to see · on route
- 08Radžu ūdenskrātuvePlaces to see · on route
Route plan
Planning rhythm
- Check fuel, tyre pressure and route before departure.
- Plan breaks before you get tired.
- Choose a few main stops rather than trying to see everything.
Places to see
10
01
Ogres Zilie kalni
Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
02
Ikšķiles Svētā Meinarda sala
Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
03
Kokneses pilsdrupas
Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
04
Likteņdārzs
Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
05
Pļaviņu Daugavas skati
Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
06
Krustpils pils
Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
07
Jēkabpils Sēļu sēta
Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
08
Radžu ūdenskrātuve
Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
09
Daugavas aizsargdambja promenāde
Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
10
Salas novada dabas pieturas
Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
Stops and breaks
3
01
Ogres pauze
Practical break point for coffee, fuel, WC or a quick stretch.
02
Kokneses pauze
Practical break point for coffee, fuel, WC or a quick stretch.
03
Pļaviņu/Jēkabpils pauze
Practical break point for coffee, fuel, WC or a quick stretch.
Food and walks
4
01
Ogres ēdināšana
Good area for food, coffee or a slower walk during the trip.
02
Kokneses ēdināšanas zona
Good area for food, coffee or a slower walk during the trip.
03
Jēkabpils centra ēdināšana
Good area for food, coffee or a slower walk during the trip.
04
Radžu ūdenskrātuves apkārtnes pikniks
Good area for food, coffee or a slower walk during the trip.
Stays and campsites
5
01
Jēkabpils centra viesnīcas
Stay idea if the route is better split into two days.
02
Krustpils apkārtnes nakšņošana
Stay idea if the route is better split into two days.
03
Radžu ūdenskrātuves tuvuma naktsmītnes
Stay idea if the route is better split into two days.
04
Kokneses nakšņošana
Stay idea if the route is better split into two days.
05
Daugavas krasta viesu mājas
Stay idea if the route is better split into two days.
Places to see
Places to see
- Ogres Zilie kalni — Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
- Ikšķiles Svētā Meinarda sala — Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
- Kokneses pilsdrupas — Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
- Likteņdārzs — Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
- Pļaviņu Daugavas skati — Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
- Krustpils pils — Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
- Jēkabpils Sēļu sēta — Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
- Radžu ūdenskrātuve — Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
- Daugavas aizsargdambja promenāde — Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
- Salas novada dabas pieturas — Worth a stop on this route for a short walk, photos or local context.
Stops and breaks
Stops and breaks
- Ogres pauze — Practical break point for coffee, fuel, WC or a quick stretch.
- Kokneses pauze — Practical break point for coffee, fuel, WC or a quick stretch.
- Pļaviņu/Jēkabpils pauze — Practical break point for coffee, fuel, WC or a quick stretch.
Food and walks
Food and walks
- Ogres ēdināšana — Good area for food, coffee or a slower walk during the trip.
- Kokneses ēdināšanas zona — Good area for food, coffee or a slower walk during the trip.
- Jēkabpils centra ēdināšana — Good area for food, coffee or a slower walk during the trip.
- Radžu ūdenskrātuves apkārtnes pikniks — Good area for food, coffee or a slower walk during the trip.
Stays and campsites
Stays and campsites
- Jēkabpils centra viesnīcas — Stay idea if the route is better split into two days.
- Krustpils apkārtnes nakšņošana — Stay idea if the route is better split into two days.
- Radžu ūdenskrātuves tuvuma naktsmītnes — Stay idea if the route is better split into two days.
- Kokneses nakšņošana — Stay idea if the route is better split into two days.
- Daugavas krasta viesu mājas — Stay idea if the route is better split into two days.
Cost tips
Cost tips
Fuel cost depends on consumption, speed, traffic, tyres and current price. Use the calculator before leaving.
