The cheapest and fastest coaches from Kaunas to Riga
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£24
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Buses per day
12
Distance
228 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Kaunas to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kaunas to Riga will cost around £24 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Of the 12 buses that leave Kaunas for Riga every day 9 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 228 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Compare train and coach for Kaunas to Riga
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Kaunas to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £15. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 5h 5m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £15, and a coach costs an average of £12.
Distance: 228 km
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Most popular Coach | Train |
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£16 Average Price | £15 Average Price Cheapest |
5h 35m Average total duration Fastest 5h 5m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 18h 29m Average total duration 17h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Kaunas to Riga bus times
The table below shows live departures for Kaunas to Riga coaches for today, Tuesday 3 February. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus | 16:05 Kaunas, Coach Station | 3h40 | 19:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|18921>v121 | 18:00 Kaunas, Coach Station | 6h30 | 00:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 23:50 Kaunas, Coach Station | 5h05 | 04:55 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
| Wednesday 4 February | |||||
EL-20|18921>v121 | 02:00 Kaunas, Coach Station | 6h39 | 08:39 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 03:55 Kaunas, Coach Station | 3h55 | 07:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 03:55 Kaunas, Coach Station | 5h50 | 09:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
M-2335 | 05:20 Kaunas, Coach Station | 4h10 | 09:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
M-918A+ M-1889 | 07:30 Kaunas, Coach Station | 6h45 | 14:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
M-911+ M-1889 | 09:00 Kaunas, Coach Station | 8h15 | 17:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 10:25 Kaunas, Coach Station | 4h00 | 14:25 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:40 Kaunas, Coach Station | 4h10 | 16:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 0 changesdirect | |
M-970+ M-1888 | 13:40 Kaunas, Coach Station | 6h05 | 19:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 1 change | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Kaunas to Riga
Buses from Kaunas to Riga run on average 11 times per day, taking around 5h 5m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £12 if you book in advance.
There are 11 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 228 km distance in 3h 40m.
Distance 228 km |
Average bus duration 5h 5m |
Cheapest ticket price £12 |
Buses per day 11 |
Direct buses 11 |
Fastest bus 3h 40m |
First bus 01:50 |
Last bus 23:55 |
Bus providers: FlixBus, Ecolines, Kautra, Lux Express, TOKS, Infobus from Kaunas to RigaYou can travel by bus between Kaunas to Riga with FlixBus, Ecolines, Kautra, Lux Express, TOKS, Infobus for as low as £12. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Kaunas to Riga coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kaunas to Riga by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Riga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Ecolines
- Assistance
- Designated seating
- Assistance with luggage.
- Kautra
- Kautra has new buses suitable for all passengers, including those with reduced mobility, but advance notice (at least 36 hours by email) is required for a bus equipped with a lift.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- Ecolines
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Changes allowed for a fee.
- Kautra
- A refund of 80% of the ticket price is issued if cancelled no less than 30 minutes before departure
- tickets purchased at a special price or marked Promo are non-refundable and cannot be changed.
- FlixBus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 15 minutes before departure and receive a voucher for future travel. Refund requests for delays over 120 minutes are possible.
- Ecolines
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg and one checked bag up to 30kg.
- FlixBus
- One carry-on bag up to 7kg (42x30x18 cm) and one checked bag up to 20kg (80x50x30 cm).
- Lux Express
- To receive a booking code for a half-price ticket for a travel companion, you must email Lux Express prior to booking if you are traveling with a mobility device or wheelchair.
- Ecolines
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Kautra
- Additional luggage may incur an extra fee, which varies depending on the route.
- FlixBus
- Additional luggage can be purchased for a fee.
- Ecolines
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- additional fee may apply.
- Kautra
- Animals are generally not allowed on Kautra departures due to the higher number of passengers, but you can contact the carrier directly to inquire about bringing a pet on a specific date.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Kaunas and Riga
- 05:00-22:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Cafeteria (in the station)
- Bakery (in the station)
- Fast-food Outlet (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 3, 5, 7, 10 Train: Kaunas Railway Station
- 05:00-23:00
- Free Wi-Fi
- Café Autoosta (in the station)
- Bakery Express (in the station)
- Fast Food Corner (in the station).
- Available outside the main entrance.
- Elevators, ramps
- Available in the station.
- Bus: 1, 2, 3, 7, 9, 11, 18 Train: A, B, C
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