The cheapest and fastest buses from Riga to Vilnius
Cheapest price
€10
Average price
€16
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 41 m
Buses per day
36
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Riga to Vilnius is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Vilnius will cost around €16 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €10.
Of the 36 buses that leave Riga for Vilnius on Sat, Nov 22, 34 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Sat, Nov 22 the direct buses cover the 261 km distance in an average of 3 h 41 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sat, Nov 22 the slowest buses will take 3 h 45 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.





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Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Riga to Vilnius
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Riga to Vilnius among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 51m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the bus is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €10, and a flight costs an average of €66.
Distance: 261 km
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Most popular Bus | Flight | Train |
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€14 Average price Cheapest | €155 Average price | €17 Average price |
4h 44m Average total duration 4h 14m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 51m Average total duration Fastest 51m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 4h 38m Average total duration 4h 8m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Riga to Vilnius bus times
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Vilnius buses for today, Friday, November 21. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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EL-20|v121>v124 | 12:55 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 4:55 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v124 | 12:55 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h50 | 4:45 AM Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h55 | 5:30 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 1:35 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h40 | 5:15 AM Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 8:25 AM Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h23 | 8:38 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h47 | 9:02 AM Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 0 transfersDirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 5:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 9:00 AM Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 transfersDirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 5:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 9:10 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h22 | 9:52 AM Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h40 | 9:10 AM Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h45 | 9:15 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h55 | 9:25 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 7:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 11:40 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 7:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 11:30 AM Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 1:30 PM Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:10 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h35 | 1:45 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 1:50 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 10:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h15 | 2:15 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 10:00 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 2:05 PM Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h40 | 2:45 PM Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:05 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 3:05 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
211/149|v121>v124 | 12:50 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 4:55 PM Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 transfersDirect | |
211/149|v121>v124 | 12:50 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h15 | 5:05 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
M-2335+ M-898 | 1:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h55 | 6:25 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 1 transfer | |
M-2335+ M-907 | 1:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h55 | 6:25 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h40 | 7:25 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 2:45 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h25 | 7:10 PM Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v124 | 3:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 7:50 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v121>v124 | 3:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 7:40 PM Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 8:05 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 4:30 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 8:30 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h55 | 9:00 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:05 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h40 | 8:45 PM Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:00 PM Riga | 4h20 | 12:20 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
M-1494 | 8:00 PM Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO) | 4h20 | 12:20 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Riga to Vilnius
Buses from Riga to Vilnius run on average 34 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €10 if you book in advance.
There are 34 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:20. The fastest bus covers the 261 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 261 km |
Average bus duration 4h 14m |
Cheapest ticket price €10 |
Buses per day 34 |
Direct buses 34 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 00:15 |
Last bus 23:20 |
Bus providers: Lux Express, Ecolines, FlixBus, Infobus, Autolux, TOKS from Riga to VilniusYou can travel by bus between Riga to Vilnius with Lux Express, Ecolines, FlixBus, Infobus, Autolux, TOKS for as low as €10. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Riga to Vilnius
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga to Vilnius by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Vilnius, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

When departing from Riga, you have various coach station options to start your journey from including Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and Skulte, Riga International Airport. When arriving in Vilnius, you can end your journey in coach stations like Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22), Vilnius, Oro Uostas Airport, Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama, Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas and Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st. ).
Passengers board the coach most frequently from Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22), located 2.2 miles (3.5 km) away from the city centre.
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popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Riga to Vilnius
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Autoosta (in the station)
- Bakery Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 11, 18 Train: A, B, C
- 06:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria Vilnius (in the station)
- Lithuanian Bites (in the station)
- Fast Food Express (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1G, 2G, 3G, 53
- 00:00-23:59
- Free Wi-Fi
- Available outside the terminal.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available near the entrance.
- Bus: 1, 2, 88 Train: Vilnius Airport Railway Station
- Free Wi-Fi
- McDonald's (in the station)
- Sushi Express (in the station)
- Available outside the shopping center entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1G, 3G, 4G, 7, 43, 52
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