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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Bus | Pragas iela 1, Avtovokzal 'Ryha', platforma nr 2 | Vytauto pr. 24, Avtovokzal | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Riga | Autobusų stotis | Fastest | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Autobusų stotis | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Riga | Autobusų stotis | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Autobusų stotis | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga | Autobusų stotis | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX) | Autobusų stotis | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Riga | Autobusų stotis | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to go from Riga to Kaunas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kaunas. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just PEN 54, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Riga and Kaunas?
Stops in Riga
- A
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia - 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 Kaunas
- A
Autobusų stotis
Vytauto pr. 24, Kaunas 44355, Lithuania - B
Kaunas
Karaliaus Mindaugo pr. 49, Kaunas 44333, Lithuania
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Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riga to Kaunas by bus
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 bus ticket from Riga to Kaunas?
The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Kaunas start from PEN 54. The average price for this route is around PEN 82. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Riga to Kaunas?
The average bus trip duration from Riga to Kaunas is 4h 40m, covering a distance of 142 miles (229 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 50m and is operated by FlixBus.
Which bus companies service the Riga to Kaunas route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 11 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Ecolines, Eurolines Kautra BC, TransTempo, LATLINES, Infobus, Avtokombinat-1 OOO.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Riga to Kaunas?
The earliest bus departs from Riga to Kaunas at 12:20am. And the latest bus departs at 11:55pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Riga to Kaunas?
A bus trip from Riga to Kaunas generates an estimated 5.706125 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and recommended mode of travel by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Riga to Kaunas?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Infobus, with an average rating of 3.9 out of 5 stars based on 496 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riga to Kaunas?
Based on reviews on Busbud, the bus company LATLINES has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the most timely service from Riga to Kaunas?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the most timely bus company on this route is Infobus, with a punctuality rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Riga to Kaunas?
According to Busbud traveler reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is LATLINES, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Riga to Kaunas was searched and found on Jul 8, 2026 with a price of PEN 58To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Riga to Kaunas, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from PEN 58 to PEN 164 for a bus ticket from Riga to Kaunas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at PEN 58 which is on 2026-07-08.
Usually Eurolines Kautra BC 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.
What's the cheapest way to go from Riga to Kaunas?
The Bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
