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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Vilnius to Riga
Cheapest price on Sep 17
€17
Average ticket price on Sep 17
€17
Fastest journey on Sep 17
4 h 4 m
Average journey duration on Sep 17
4 h 4 m
Trains on Sep 17
1
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train 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 €17 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €17.
On Thu, Sep 17, we found 1 trains from Vilnius to Riga, including 1 direct services.
On Thu, Sep 17 the direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 4 h 4 m .
On Thu, Sep 17 the slowest trains will take 4 h 4 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.
7:30 AM4h04Vilnius11:34 AMRiga€171One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 AM4h04Vilnius11:34 AMRiga€171One-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
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Flight | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
€17 Average price | €16 Average price Cheapest | €133 Average price | €47 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 34m Average total duration 4h 4m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 23m Average total duration Fastest 3h 53m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 42m Average total duration 2h 42m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 3h 29m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
- CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg 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 €509 less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Vilnius to Riga costing on average €525.
Other travel options to Riga take longer:
Bus takes on average 4h 12m.
Live departures
Vilnius to Riga train times
The table below shows live departures for Vilnius to Riga trains for tomorrow, Thursday, September 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7:30 AM Vilnius | 4h04 | 11:34 AM Riga | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Overview: Train from Vilnius to Riga
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Trains from Vilnius to Riga run on average 1 times per day, taking around 4h 4m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €17 but you can travel from only €12 by bus.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:30, the last at 07:30. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 4h 4m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 4h 4m |
Cheapest ticket price €17 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 4h 4m |
First train 7:30 AM |
Last train 7:30 AM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Mon |
Least Busy Day Sun |
FAQs: Trains from Vilnius to Riga
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilnius to Riga by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Riga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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