How much is the train ticket from Vilnius to Riga?

The cheapest train tickets from Vilnius to Riga start at ZAR 34. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 547. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train ride from Vilnius to Riga?

The average train trip from Vilnius to Riga takes 5h 14m and covers 267 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways .

Which train operators serve the Vilnius to Riga route?

Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vilnius to Riga?

The earliest train from Vilnius to Riga departs at 4:45am. The latest train departs at 7:15am.

Train Vilnius to Riga from ZAR 11

Next train departures

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on May 26
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	5h 6m	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	Cheapest
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	4h 58m	11:53am	Zemitani Train Station	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 51m	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	No tags
Train	6:10am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 43m	11:53am	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on May 27
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 24m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Cheapest
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	4h 39m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Fastest
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	4h 39m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:10am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 24m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	5h 6m	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on May 28
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	4h 39m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Cheapest
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	4h 39m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 24m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:10am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 24m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	5h 6m	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on May 29
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:10am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 24m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Cheapest
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	4h 39m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 24m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on May 30
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:38am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 56m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Cheapest
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	4h 39m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Fastest
Train	6:38am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 56m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	5h 6m	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	No tags
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	4h 58m	11:53am	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on May 31
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	4h 39m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Cheapest
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	4h 39m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Fastest
Train	6:38am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 56m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:38am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 56m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:55am	Vilnius	5h 6m	12:01pm	Jugla Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on June 1
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:42am	Vilnius	4h 52m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Cheapest
Train	6:42am	Vilnius	4h 52m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Fastest
Train	6:10am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 24m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:10am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 24m	11:34am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Vilnius to Riga

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 4 hours 5 minutes, and with fares starting at just ZAR 120, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

28bus per day

4h 5mAverage Duration

263 kmDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average PriceZAR 120 - ZAR 548	Average Duration4h 5m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average PriceZAR 34 - ZAR 821	Average Duration5h 14m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Vilnius and Riga?

Vilnius

A
Vilnius Bus Station
Geležinkelio g. 16, Vilnius 03211, Lithuania
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B
Savanoriu prospektas
Vilnius, Vilnius, Savanoriu prospektas, Vilnius 03128, Lithuania
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C
Studentu st.
Vilnius, Vilnius North (Studentu st.), Vilnius 08106, Lithuania
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Riga

A
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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B
Riga Airport
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Train companies

Lithuanian Railways

4.7/528 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness4.8

Wi‑Fi4.1

Based on 28 reviews, the company was rated 4.7 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. Lithuanian Railways ticket prices on this trip start at ZAR 34

LV train companies:FlixTrain, Lithuanian Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vilnius to Riga by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Vilnius to Riga?
The cheapest train tickets from Vilnius to Riga start at ZAR 34. The average price for this train route is around ZAR 547. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance to increase your chances of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train ride from Vilnius to Riga?
The average train trip from Vilnius to Riga takes 5h 14m and covers 267 km. The quickest train gets you there in 4h 19m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators serve the Vilnius to Riga route?
Several major train operators serve this route, with 7 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vilnius to Riga?
The earliest train from Vilnius to Riga departs at 4:45am. The latest train departs at 7:15am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

05-23

ZAR 19

05-24

ZAR 487

Today

ZAR 482

05-26

ZAR 482

05-27

ZAR 15

05-28

ZAR 480

05-29

ZAR 11

05-30

ZAR 14

The cheapest trip from Vilnius to Riga was searched and found on May 29, 2026 with a price of ZAR 11

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

You can expect to pay from ZAR 11 to ZAR 734 for a train ticket from Vilnius to Riga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at ZAR 11 which is on 2026-05-29.