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 £11, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 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 £5
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga to Kaunas 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 Riga to Kaunas?
The cheapest train tickets from Riga to Kaunas start from £5. The average price for this train route is around £26. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Riga to Kaunas?
The average train journey time from Riga to Kaunas is 5h 20m, covering a distance of 141 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 1m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators serve the Riga to Kaunas route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 10 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Riga to Kaunas?
The earliest train from Riga to Kaunas departs at 16:13. And the latest train departs at 16:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
10/01
£22
11/01
£4
Today
£22
13/01
£22
14/01
£22
15/01
£22
16/01
£22
17/01
£22
The cheapest trip from Riga to Kaunas was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of £4
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Riga to Kaunas as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from £4 to £46 for a train ticket from Riga to Kaunas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £22, which is on 2026-01-13.
The cheapest trip from Riga to Kaunas was searched and found on 11 Jan 2026 with a price of £4