Next bus departures

Next departures from Riga to Vilnius on 19 October
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	07:30	Riga	3h 45m	11:15	Vilnius	Cheapest
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	08:45	Starptautiskā autoosta	3h 35m	12:20	Studentu st.	Fastest
Bus Toilet Power outlets	07:00	Bus Station, pl.3, Riga	4h 10m	11:10	Vilnius	No tags
Bus	11:30	Riga	4h 20m	15:50	Vilnius	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	04:40	Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)	3h 50m	08:30	Vilnius Bus Station	No tags
Bus Wi‑Fi Toilet Power outlets	15:00	Pr?gas iela 1, Avtovokzal 'Ryha', platforma nr 2	4h	19:00	Bus Station, Sodu g.22	No tags
Bus Toilet Power outlets	09:30	Bus Station, pl.3, Riga	4h 10m	13:40	Vilnius	No tags
Bus	18:30	Riga	4h	22:30	Vilnius	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:57 EEST.

Compare 2 ways to travel 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 £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

163 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£6 - £114	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£2 - £37	Average duration4h 50m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Bus stations and stops in Riga and Vilnius

Stops in Riga

A
Riga Airport
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B
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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C
Seaport
Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia
D
Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, Latvia

Stops in Vilnius

A
Vilnius
Stoties g. 22, 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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D
Vilnius Bus Station
Geležinkelio g. 16, Vilnius 03211, Lithuania
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E
Vilnius Airport
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F
Fabijoniskes
Ukmergės g. 280A, Vilnius 06118, Lithuania
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Compare bus companies

FlixBus

3.5/516,303 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness4.0

Cleanliness4.1

Wi‑Fi2.7

Based on 16303 reviews, the company was rated 3.5 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the temperature but often complained with the Wi‑Fi. FlixBus ticket prices on this trip start at £8

Flixbus Riga Vilnius recent customer reviews

The initial checking of tickets and loading of luggage was a bit chaotic. After that the journey was comfortable and uneventful.

Derrick S.

28 May 2026

Smell of toilet whole trip

Nuka D.

24 August 2024

Lux Express

4.6/5213 reviews

Staff4.8

Timeliness4.7

Cleanliness4.9

Wi‑Fi5.0

Customers are very satisfied with the service, describing it as fantastic, cheap, and professional. They would use it again and highly recommend it.

Lux Express Riga Vilnius recent customer reviews

Comfortable and convenient

Yara N.

10 April 2023

Excellent service

Juan Manuel Rodrigo C.

28 October 2022

Fantastic cheap and professional experience. Would recommend.

Mark R.

11 July 2022

Ecolines

3.8/5168 reviews

Staff4.2

Timeliness3.3

Cleanliness4.2

Wi‑Fi3.4

Based on 168 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the ticket access and the departure location but often complained with the timeliness. Ecolines ticket prices on this trip start at £6

Ecolines Riga Vilnius recent customer reviews

There was no air, because air conditioner was off, also it arrived 2.5 hour late

Mariam G.

16 July 2025

TransTempo

4.1/58 reviews

Staff3.4

Timeliness3.8

Cleanliness3.4

Wi‑Fi3.4

Avtokombinat-1 OOO

3.0/52 reviews

Timeliness0.0

LT bus companies:FlixBus, Sindbad, Ecolines, TransTempo, My Way, Lux Express, Ollex Shuttle

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Riga to Vilnius

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

How much is the bus ticket from Riga to Vilnius?
The cheapest coach tickets from Riga to Vilnius start from £6. The average price for this route is around £13. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus journey from Riga to Vilnius?
The average bus journey time from Riga to Vilnius is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 163 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by Lux Express.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Vilnius route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Lux Express, Ecolines, TransTempo, Avtokombinat-1 OOO.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Vilnius?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Vilnius at 00:20. And the latest bus departs at 23:55.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Vilnius?
A bus journey from Riga to Vilnius produces an estimated 6.55795 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
Which 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 213 reviews.
Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Riga to Vilnius?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Lux Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Riga to Vilnius?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Lux Express, with a punctuality rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars.
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 Lux Express, with a cleanliness rating of 4.9 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

17/10

£55

18/10

£51

Today

£12

20/10

£10

21/10

£9

22/10

£9

23/10

£10

24/10

£10

The cheapest trip from Riga to Vilnius was searched and found on 22 Oct 2026 with a price of £9

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 £9 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 £9, which is on 2026-10-22.

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.