What is the cheapest way to get from Riga to Vilnius?

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Vilnius is to train which costs $19 - $26 and takes 4h 27m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riga to Vilnius?

The fastest way to get from Riga to Vilnius is to fly which takes 2h 38m and costs $35 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Riga and Vilnius?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Riia and arriving at Vilnius, bussijaam. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 20m.

Is there a direct train between Riga and Vilnius?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Riga-Pasazieru and arriving at Vilnius. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 27m.

How far is it from Riga to Vilnius?

The distance between Riga and Vilnius is 291 km. The road distance is 286.2 km.

How do I travel from Riga to Vilnius without a car?

The best way to get from Riga to Vilnius without a car is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $34 - $39.

How long does it take to get from Riga to Vilnius?

The bus from Riia to Vilnius, bussijaam takes 4h 20m including transfers and departs hourly.

Where do I catch the Riga to Vilnius bus from?

Riga to Vilnius bus services, operated by Lux Express, depart from Riia station.

Where do I catch the Riga to Vilnius train from?

Riga to Vilnius train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Riga-Pasazieru station.

Train, bus or fly from Riga to Vilnius?

The best way to get from Riga to Vilnius is to bus which takes 4h 20m and costs $34 - $39. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $19 - $26 and takes 4h 27m, you could also fly, which costs $35 - $160 and takes 2h 38m.

Where does the Riga to Vilnius bus arrive?

Riga to Vilnius bus services, operated by Lux Express, arrive at Vilnius, bussijaam station.

Where does the Riga to Vilnius train arrive?

Riga to Vilnius train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Vilnius station.

Can I drive from Riga to Vilnius?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Vilnius is 286 km. It takes approximately 3h 23m to drive from Riga to Vilnius.

How do I get a bus ticket from Riga to Vilnius?

Book your Riga to Vilnius bus tickets online with Omio, Distribusion and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Vilnius?

There are 1384+ hotels available in Vilnius.

Riga to Vilnius - 4 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 4 ways to get from Riga to Vilnius by bus, train, car, or plane

Select an option below to see step-by-step directions and to compare ticket prices and travel times in Rome2Rio's travel planner.

Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Riia to Vilnius, bussijaambus Rv949
4h 20m
$34–39
Train
cheapest
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Vilniustrain 12 / ...
4h 27m
$19–26
Drive 286.2 km
1. Drive from Riga to Vilniuscar 286.2 km
3h 23m
$52–75
Fly
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Vilnius Airport (VNO)plane RIX - VNO
2h 38m
$37–154

Riga to Vilnius by bus

248Weekly Buses

4h 20mAverage Duration

$34Cheapest Price

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Distance: 290.6 km
Duration: 4h 20m

What companies run services between Riga, Latvia and Vilnius, Lithuania?

Lux Express operates a bus from Riia to Vilnius, bussijaam hourly. Tickets cost $21–30 and the journey takes 4h 20m. Four other operators also service this route. Alternatively, LTG Link operates a train from Riga-Pasazieru to Vilnius twice daily. Tickets cost $19–26 and the journey takes 4h 27m.

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