How much is the train ticket from Vilnius to Riga?

The cheapest train tickets from Vilnius to Riga start from $3. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Vilnius to Riga?

The average train ride duration from Vilnius to Riga is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 165 miles (266 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways .

Which train operators service the Vilnius to Riga route?

Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.

What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Vilnius to Riga?

The earliest train departs from Vilnius to Riga at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Train Vilnius to Riga from $2

Next train departures

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on December 3
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:15am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 49m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Cheapest
Train	6:45am	Vilnius	4h 19m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Fastest
Train	6:15am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 49m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:23am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 41m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:23am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 41m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on December 4
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Vilnius	4h 19m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Cheapest
Train	6:45am	Vilnius	4h 19m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Fastest
Train	6:15am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 49m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:15am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 49m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:23am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 41m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on December 5
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Vilnius	4h 59m	11:44am	Jugla Train Station	Cheapest
Train	6:45am	Vilnius	4h 47m	11:32am	Zemitani Train Station	Fastest
Train	6:15am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 29m	11:44am	Jugla Train Station	No tags
Train	6:23am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 21m	11:44am	Jugla Train Station	No tags
Train	6:15am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	5h 17m	11:32am	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on December 6
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	6:45am	Vilnius	4h 59m	11:44am	Jugla Train Station	Cheapest
	Train	6:45am	Vilnius	4h 47m	11:32am	Zemitani Train Station	Fastest

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on December 7
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	6:45am	Vilnius	4h 19m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	CheapestFastest
Train	6:45am	Vilnius	4h 59m	11:44am	Jugla Train Station	No tags
Train	6:45am	Vilnius	4h 47m	11:32am	Zemitani Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on December 8
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:05am	Vilnius	3h 59m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Cheapest
Train	7:05am	Vilnius	3h 59m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Fastest
Train	6:15am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 49m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:15am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 49m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	7:05am	Vilnius	4h 39m	11:44am	Jugla Train Station	No tags

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on December 9
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	7:05am	Vilnius	3h 59m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Cheapest
Train	7:05am	Vilnius	3h 59m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	Fastest
Train	6:15am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 49m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:15am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 49m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags
Train	6:23am	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	4h 41m	11:04am	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	No tags

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Compare 2 ways to go from Vilnius to Riga

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 4 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

27bus per day

4h 9mAverage Duration

162 milesDistance

6kgCO₂ emissions

	Average Price	Average Duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average Price$8 - $50	Average Duration4h 9m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e
Train	Average Price$3 - $53	Average Duration4h 49m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

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

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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Riga

A
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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B
Riga Airport
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Train Companies

Lithuanian Railways

5/525 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.8

Wifi4

Based on 25 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the wifi. Lithuanian Railways ticket prices on this trip start at $3

Train and bus companies in LV:Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Amtrak Acela, Lithuanian Railways

Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vilnius to Riga by train

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 train ticket from Vilnius to Riga?
The cheapest train tickets from Vilnius to Riga start from $3. The average price for this train route is around $33. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Vilnius to Riga?
The average train ride duration from Vilnius to Riga is 4h 49m, covering a distance of 165 miles (266 km). The quickest train can get you there in 3h 59m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators service the Vilnius to Riga route?
Several major train operators operate on this route with 6 trains available per day.
What is the earliest and latest departure time for the train from Vilnius to Riga?
The earliest train departs from Vilnius to Riga at 6:10am. And the latest train departs at 7:30am.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

11/30

$29

12/01

$29

Today

$2

12/03

$2

12/04

$29

12/05

$29

12/06

$29

12/07

$29

The cheapest trip from Vilnius to Riga was searched and found on Dec 2, 2025 with a price of $2

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

You can expect to pay from $2 to $48 for a train ticket from Vilnius to Riga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $2 which is on 2025-12-03.