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

The cheapest way to get from Trakai to Riga is to bus which costs $13 - $28 and takes 5h 56m.

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

The fastest way to get from Trakai to Riga is to bus and fly which takes 3h 35m and costs $40 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Trakai and Riga?

No, there is no direct bus from Trakai to Riga. However, there are services departing from Trakai and arriving at Riia via Vilnius, bussijaam. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 5h 55m.

How far is it from Trakai to Riga?

The distance between Trakai and Riga is 318 km. The road distance is 292.8 km.

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

The best way to get from Trakai to Riga without a car is to bus via Vilnius, bussijaam which takes 5h 55m and costs $19 - $45.

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

It takes approximately 5h 55m to get from Trakai to Riga, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Trakai to Riga bus from?

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

Train or bus from Trakai to Riga?

The best way to get from Trakai to Riga is to bus via Vilnius, bussijaam which takes 5h 55m and costs $19 - $45. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $23 - $35 and takes 5h 57m.

Where does the Trakai to Riga bus arrive?

Trakai to Riga bus services, operated by Lux Express, arrive at Riia station.

Can I drive from Trakai to Riga?

Yes, the driving distance between Trakai to Riga is 293 km. It takes approximately 3h 40m to drive from Trakai to Riga.

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

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Where can I stay near Riga?

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Trakai to Riga - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Trakai to Riga 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 via Vilnius, bussijaam
best
1. Take the bus from Vilnius, bussijaam to Riiabus Rv949
5h 55m
$19–45
Bus
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) to Riga Central Bus Stationbus Lux Express 1888 / ...
5h 56m
$13–28
Train
1. Take the train from Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis to Rīgastrain 889/890
5h 57m
$23–31
Drive 292.8 km
1. Drive from Trakai to Rigacar 292.8 km
3h 40m
$53–77
Bus, fly
1. Take the bus from Trakai to Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)bus
2. Fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane VNO - RIX
3h 35m
$40–187

Trakai to Riga by bus

112Weekly Buses

5h 55mAverage Duration

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Distance: 317.8 km
Duration: 5h 55m

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

Lux Express operates a bus from Vilnius, bussijaam to Riia every 2 hours. Tickets cost $15–23 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Two other operators also service this route. Alternatively, LTG Link operates a train from Vilniaus geležinkelio stotis to Rīgas once daily. Tickets cost $19–26 and the journey takes 4h 12m.

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