Bus from Riga to Kaunas: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Riga to Kaunas on February 5
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Starptautiskā autoosta
Autobusų stotisCheapest
Eurolines - KautraBus
Riga
Autobusų stotisFastest
Eurolines - KautraBus
 Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)
Autobusų stotisNo tags
TransTempoBus
Prāgas iela 1, Автовокзал "Рига", платформа №2, Riga
Vytauto pr. 24, Автовокзал, KaunasNo tags
EcolinesBus
    		Riga
    		Autobusų stotisNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 6:58 AM EET.

    Compare 2 ways to go from Riga to Kaunas

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kaunas. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $20, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    10bus per day
    4h 30mAverage Duration
    226 kmDistance
    6kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average Price$20 - $47Average Duration4h 30m
    6kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average Price$9 - $92Average Duration5h 20m
    5kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga to Kaunas by bus

    Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Riga to Kaunas?

      The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Kaunas start from $20. The average price for this route is around $30. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus ride from Riga to Kaunas?

      The average bus travel time from Riga to Kaunas is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 226 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by Infobus.

    3. Which bus companies service the Riga to Kaunas route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 10 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Ecolines, Infobus, LATLINES, TransTempo, Avtokombinat-1 OOO, Z-TIME.

    4. What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Riga to Kaunas?

      The earliest bus departs from Riga to Kaunas at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Kaunas?

      A bus trip from Riga to Kaunas generates an estimated 6 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. What is the best bus company from Riga to Kaunas?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Infobus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 494 reviews.

    7. Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riga to Kaunas?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company LATLINES has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

    8. Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Riga to Kaunas?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riga to Kaunas?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Z-TIME, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

    Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

    Best price found
    02-02
    $24
    02-03
    $23
    Today
    $22
    02-05
    $20
    02-06
    $26
    02-07
    $21
    02-08
    $21
    02-09
    $17
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riga to Kaunas was searched and found on Feb 9, 2026 with a price of $17

    To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Kaunas, as early as possible.

    You can expect to pay from $17 to $43 for a bus ticket from Riga to Kaunas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2026-02-09.

    Usually LATLINES, Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Riga to Kaunas?

    busbud logoThe Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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