4.9
4.6The cheapest and fastest buses from Vilnius to Riga
Cheapest price on Sep 05
€11
Average ticket price on Sep 05
€20
Fastest journey on Sep 05
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on Sep 05
3 h 47 m
Buses on Sep 05
30
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Vilnius to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilnius to Riga will cost around €20 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
On Sat, Sep 05, we found 30 buses from Vilnius to Riga, including 29 direct services.
On Sat, Sep 05 the direct buses cover the 261 km distance in an average of 3 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Sat, Sep 05 the slowest buses will take 3 h 55 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.
FlixBus5:45 PM3h55Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)9:40 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta€111One-way0 transfers- FlixBus6:00 PM3h40Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.)9:40 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta€111One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:05 PM4h20Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)3:25 AMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta€111One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus11:20 PM4h05Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.)3:25 AMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta€111One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:23 PM4h17Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas9:40 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta€111One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus6:00 PM3h40Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.)9:40 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta€111One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus3:30 PM3h40Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.)7:10 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta€171One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus9:05 PM3h45Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.)12:50 AMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta€131One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus5:45 PM3h55Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)9:40 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta€111One-way0 transfers
- FlixBus1:25 PM3h55Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.)5:20 PMRīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta€241One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Vilnius to Riga
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Vilnius to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €16 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 4h 23m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.3 - 0.7kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €16, while a flight costs an average of €133.
Distance: 261 km
Compare bus with
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€16 Average price Cheapest | €133 Average price | €17 Average price | €47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
This is compared to other travel options from Vilnius to Riga:
A bus is €1 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Vilnius to Riga costing on average €17.
A bus is €118 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vilnius to Riga costing on average €133.
Other travel options to Riga take longer:
Bus takes on average 3h 53m.
Train takes on average 4h 4m.
Live departures
Vilnius to Riga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vilnius to Riga buses for today, Friday, September 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | 12:00 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h00 | 4:00 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
 1888|v124>v121 | 5:30 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h15 | 9:45 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 1888|v124>v121 | 5:45 PM Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 4h00 | 9:45 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 6:00 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 3h55 | 9:55 PM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:23 PM Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 4h27 | 12:50 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 8:50 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h00 | 12:50 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 9:05 PM Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 3h45 | 12:50 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| EL-20|v124>v121 | 10:30 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h00 | 2:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:05 PM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h20 | 3:25 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
| FlixBus | 11:20 PM Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 4h05 | 3:25 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
 7261141 | 5:00 AM Vilnius | 4h20 | 9:20 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
 M-898+ M-2335 | 6:10 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 5h20 | 11:30 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 transfer | |
 M-1889 | 6:30 AM Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 4h25 | 10:55 AM Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Vilnius to Riga
Lithuania
Latvia
Buses from Vilnius to Riga run on average 33 times per day, taking around 3h 53m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €12 if you book in advance.
There are 32 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:06. The fastest bus covers the 261 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 261 km |
Average bus duration 3h 53m |
Cheapest ticket price €12 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:06 PM |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 77 days |
Bus providers: Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus, TOKS, Kautra, Autolux, SĮ "Susisiekimo Paslaugos", TransTempo from Vilnius to RigaYou can travel by bus between Vilnius to Riga with Lux Express, FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus, TOKS, Kautra, Autolux, SĮ "Susisiekimo Paslaugos", TransTempo for as low as €12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Lux Express
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Ecolines
Infobus
Kautra
TOKS
Autolux
SĮ "Susisiekimo Paslaugos"
TransTempo
FAQs: Bus from Vilnius to Riga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilnius to Riga 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 Riga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- Lux Express
- Lux Express offers a half-price ticket fare for a travel companion if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- Lux Express
- To receive a booking code for a half-price ticket for a travel companion, you must email Lux Express prior to booking if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Lux Express
- One piece of hand luggage weighing no more than 5 kg and not exceeding 45 × 35 × 20 cm, and one piece of luggage weighing no more than 23 kg and not exceeding 70 × 30 × 55 cm, are included free of charge.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- Lux Express
- Pets are allowed on Estonian and Latvian domestic routes with a separate pet ticket purchased at a 40% discount, guaranteeing a separate seat for the pet and its transport cage or bag.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Popular bus stations from Vilnius to Riga
Most Vilnius to Riga buses use the Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) to Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta station pair, with some services arriving at Riga. Use this guide to compare Vilnius and Riga bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Which Vilnius station do buses to Riga leave from?
Getting to Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) from Vilnius city centre
Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) is 2 km from Vilnius city centre. Public transport options include:
Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) bus station facilities and services
Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Vilnius (in the station), Lithuanian Bites (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22): Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) from Vilnius city centre
Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) is 1 km from Vilnius city centre. Public transport options include:
Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) bus station facilities and services
Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.). ATMs are available at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.): Bus stop curb allows easy access.
Getting to Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama from Vilnius city centre
Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama is 1 km from Vilnius city centre. Public transport options include:
Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama bus station facilities and services
Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Sushi Express (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the shopping center.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama: Elevators, ramps.
Which Riga station do buses from Vilnius arrive at?
Getting to Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta from Riga city centre
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta bus station facilities and services
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Café Autoosta (in the station), Bakery Express (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta: Elevators, ramps.
Getting to Riga from Riga city centre
Riga is 2 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
Riga bus station facilities and services
Riga has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several fast food and cafes available
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free access throughout the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs near entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Riga.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Riga: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Riga: Wheelchair accessible ramps.
Getting to Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO) from Riga city centre
Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO) bus station facilities and services
Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO). ATMs are available at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO).
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Rīgas, Lastādijas iela (SAO): Wheelchair accessible entrance.
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