What is the cheapest way to get from Vilnius to Riga (State)?

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

What is the fastest way to get from Vilnius to Riga (State)?

The fastest way to get from Vilnius to Riga (State) is to fly which takes 2h 30m and costs $35 - $160.

Is there a direct bus between Vilnius and Riga (State)?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vilnius, bussijaam and arriving at Riia. Services depart hourly, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 25m.

Is there a direct train between Vilnius and Riga (State)?

Yes, there is a direct train departing from Vilnius and arriving at Rīgas Centrālā stacija. Services depart once daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 4h 4m.

How far is it from Vilnius to Riga (State)?

The distance between Vilnius and Riga (State) is 345 km. The road distance is 285.3 km.

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

The best way to get from Vilnius to Riga (State) without a car is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs $19 - $26.

How long does it take to get from Vilnius to Riga (State)?

The train from Vilnius to Rīgas Centrālā stacija takes 4h 4m including transfers and departs once daily.

Where do I catch the Vilnius to Riga (State) bus from?

Vilnius to Riga (State) bus services, operated by Lux Express, depart from Vilnius, bussijaam station.

Where do I catch the Vilnius to Riga (State) train from?

Vilnius to Riga (State) train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Vilnius station.

Train, bus or fly from Vilnius to Riga (State)?

The best way to get from Vilnius to Riga (State) is to train which takes 4h 4m and costs $19 - $26. Alternatively, you can bus, which costs $34 - $39 and takes 4h 25m, you could also fly, which costs $35 - $160 and takes 2h 30m.

Where does the Vilnius to Riga (State) bus arrive?

Vilnius to Riga (State) bus services, operated by Lux Express, arrive at Riia station.

Where does the Vilnius to Riga (State) train arrive?

Vilnius to Riga (State) train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Rīgas Centrālā stacija station.

Can I drive from Vilnius to Riga (State)?

Yes, the driving distance between Vilnius to Riga (State) is 285 km. It takes approximately 3h 22m to drive from Vilnius to Riga (State).

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

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

Where can I stay near Riga (State)?

There are 1915+ hotels available in Riga (State).

Vilnius to Riga (State) - 5 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 5 ways to get from Vilnius to Riga (State) by train, bus, 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.

Train
best
1. Take the train from Vilnius to Rīgas Centrālā stacijatrain 889/890 / ...
4h 4m
$19–26
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vilnius, bussijaam to Riiabus Rv949
4h 25m
$34–39
Drive 285.3 km
1. Drive from Vilnius to Rigacar 285.3 km
3h 22m
$52–75
Fly
1. Fly from Vilnius Airport (VNO) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane VNO - RIX
2h 30m
$35–160
Train via Zemitani
1. Take the train from Vilnius to Zemitanitrain 889
5h 4m
$19–26

Vilnius to Riga (State) by train

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Distance: 345.1 km
Duration: 4h 4m

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

LTG Link operates a train from Vilnius to Rīgas Centrālā stacija once daily. Tickets cost $19–26 and the journey takes 4h 4m. Alternatively, Lux Express operates a bus from Vilnius, bussijaam to Riia hourly. Tickets cost $19–40 and the journey takes 4h 25m. Three other operators also service this route.

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