Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 55, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 29 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 PEN 13
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kaunas to Riga by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.
How much does a train ticket cost from Kaunas to Riga?
The cheapest train tickets from Kaunas to Riga start from PEN 13. The average price for this train route is around PEN 120. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Kaunas to Riga?
The average train journey time from Kaunas to Riga is 5h 33m, covering a distance of 143 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 24m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators serve the Kaunas to Riga route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 13 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Kaunas to Riga?
The earliest train from Kaunas to Riga departs at 05:00. And the latest train departs at 07:10.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
13/06
PEN 101
14/06
PEN 101
Today
PEN 23
16/06
PEN 23
17/06
PEN 102
18/06
PEN 102
19/06
PEN 18
20/06
PEN 102
The cheapest trip from Kaunas to Riga was searched and found on 19 Jun 2026 with a price of PEN 18
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Kaunas to Riga as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 18 to PEN 195 for a train ticket from Kaunas to Riga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 18, which is on 2026-06-19.
The cheapest trip from Kaunas to Riga was searched and found on 19 Jun 2026 with a price of PEN 18