How much is the train ticket from Vilnius to Kaunas?

The cheapest train tickets from Vilnius to Kaunas start from R 32. The average price for this train route is around R 232. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Vilnius to Kaunas?

The average train journey time from Vilnius to Kaunas is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 91 km. The quickest train can get you there in 59m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways .

Which train operators serve the Vilnius to Kaunas route?

Several major train operators run on this route, with 103 trains available per day.

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

The earliest train from Vilnius to Kaunas departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:20.

Train Vilnius to Kaunas from R 71

Next train departures

Next departures from Vilnius to Kaunas on 16 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:59	Vilnius Voke Train Station	1h 7m	18:06	Kaunas Palemonas Train Station	Cheapest
Train	19:06	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	1h 6m	20:12	Kaunas Palemonas Train Station	Fastest
Train	15:19	Vilnius	1h 27m	16:46	Kaunas Train Station	No tags
Train	15:19	Vilnius	1h 27m	16:46	Kaunas Train Station	No tags
Train	16:03	Vilnius	1h 7m	17:10	Kaunas Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Vilnius to Kaunas on 17 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:59	Vilnius Voke Train Station	1h 7m	18:06	Kaunas Palemonas Train Station	Cheapest
Train	12:09	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	1h 4m	13:13	Kaunas Palemonas Train Station	Fastest
Train	05:10	Vilnius	1h 19m	06:29	Kaunas Train Station	No tags
Train	05:10	Vilnius	1h 19m	06:29	Kaunas Train Station	No tags
Train	05:55	Vilnius	1h 28m	07:23	Kaunas Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Vilnius to Kaunas on 18 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:59	Vilnius Voke Train Station	1h 7m	18:06	Kaunas Palemonas Train Station	Cheapest
Train	12:09	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	1h 4m	13:13	Kaunas Palemonas Train Station	Fastest
Train	05:55	Vilnius	1h 28m	07:23	Kaunas Train Station	No tags
Train	05:55	Vilnius	1h 28m	07:23	Kaunas Train Station	No tags
Train	06:23	Vilnius	1h 14m	07:37	Kaunas Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Vilnius to Kaunas on 19 April
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:59	Vilnius Voke Train Station	1h 7m	18:06	Kaunas Palemonas Train Station	Cheapest
Train	12:09	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	1h 4m	13:13	Kaunas Palemonas Train Station	Fastest
Train	05:55	Vilnius	1h 28m	07:23	Kaunas Train Station	No tags
Train	05:55	Vilnius	1h 28m	07:23	Kaunas Train Station	No tags
Train	06:23	Vilnius	1h 14m	07:37	Kaunas Train Station	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Vilnius to Kaunas

We recommend taking the train

Among the sustainable travel choices, the Train stands out as a good way to reach Kaunas. The journey takes about 1 hour 31 minutes and with fares starting at just R 32, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

103train per day

1h 31mAverage duration

91 kmDistance

2kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average priceR 244 - R 287	Average duration1h 35m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e
Train	Average priceR 32 - R 428	Average duration1h 31m	CO₂ emissions 2kg CO₂e

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

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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Kaunas

A
Autobusų stotis
Vytauto pr. 24, Kaunas 44355, Lithuania
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Train Companies

Lithuanian Railways

4.8/527 reviews

Staff5.0

Timeliness5.0

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi4.1

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 about the Wi-Fi. Lithuanian Railways ticket prices on this trip start at R 32

Lithuanian Railways Vilnius Kaunas recent customer reviews

The train was comfortable and on time, but I had trouble finding the seating space at first.

Vlada S.

1 March 2025

Excellent, very impressed

Stephen W.

10 December 2025

It was smooth and comfortable

Patrick M.

15 September 2025

LT train companies: FlixTrain, Lithuanian Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Vilnius to Kaunas by train

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

How much is the train ticket from Vilnius to Kaunas?
The cheapest train tickets from Vilnius to Kaunas start from R 32. The average price for this train route is around R 232. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vilnius to Kaunas?
The average train journey time from Vilnius to Kaunas is 1h 31m, covering a distance of 91 km. The quickest train can get you there in 59m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators serve the Vilnius to Kaunas route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 103 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Vilnius to Kaunas?
The earliest train from Vilnius to Kaunas departs at 05:05. And the latest train departs at 22:20.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

14/04

R 73

15/04

R 73

Today

R 73

17/04

R 73

18/04

R 73

19/04

R 72

20/04

R 72

21/04

R 71

The cheapest trip from Vilnius to Kaunas was searched and found on 21 Apr 2026 with a price of R 71

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

You can expect to pay from R 71 to R 327 for a train ticket from Vilnius to Kaunas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 71, which is on 2026-04-21.

What's the cheapest way to go from Vilnius to Kaunas?

The Train is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

Vehicle type	Travel time	Avg price	Daily departures
Vehicle typeBus	Travel time1h 35m	Avg priceR 246	Daily departures14
Vehicle typeTrain	Travel time1h 31m	Avg priceR 232	Daily departures103

The best way to travel between Vilnius and Kaunas is by train. By choosing the train, you'll get to save some money as you travel to your destination, as ticket prices cost R 232 on average. If you're on a budget, you'll find cheap tickets from R 32. If you're looking for the fastest way to get to Kaunas, choose the train, as it will take you from Vilnius to Kaunas in about 1h 31m – that's the fastest way to get there!