Bus from Riga to Vilnius: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Riga to Vilnius on December 1
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
EcolinesBus
    		Riga
    		VilniusCheapest
    FlixbusBus
    		Starptautiskā autoosta
    		Studentu st.Fastest
    TransTempoBus
    		Prāgas iela 1, Автовокзал "Рига", платформа №2, Riga
    		ул. Соду 22, Автовокзал платформа №22, VilniusNo tags
    Lux ExpressBus
    		Starptautiskā autoosta
    		VilniusNo tags
    EcolinesBus
      		Riga
      		VilniusNo tags

      Last refresh of the prices: Today at 11:01 AM EET.

      Compare 2 ways to go from Riga to Vilnius

      We recommend taking the bus

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Vilnius. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes, and with fares starting at just $11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      26bus per day
      4h 10mAverage Duration
      263 kmDistance
      7kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$11 - $63Average Duration4h 10m
      7kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$5 - $68Average Duration4h 55m
      6kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga to Vilnius 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 Vilnius?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Vilnius start from $11. The average price for this route is around $24. 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 Vilnius?

        The average bus travel time from Riga to Vilnius is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 263 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

        Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Lux Express, Ecolines, TransTempo, Avtokombinat-1 OOO, Infobus, TOKS Neo, Z-TIME.

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

        The earliest bus departs from Riga to Vilnius at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 10:00pm.

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

        A bus trip from Riga to Vilnius generates an estimated 7 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 Vilnius?

        According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Lux Express, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 211 reviews.

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

        Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Lux Express 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 Vilnius?

        According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is TOKS Neo, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

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

        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
      11-28
      $20
      11-29
      $20
      Today
      $20
      12-01
      $18
      12-02
      $17
      12-03
      $16
      12-04
      $15
      12-05
      $17
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riga to Vilnius was searched and found on Dec 4, 2025 with a price of $15

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

      You can expect to pay from $15 to $55 for a bus ticket from Riga to Vilnius based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $15 which is on 2025-12-04.

      Usually Lux Express 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 Vilnius?

      busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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