- Must visit
Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights
Museum in the former KGB headquarters documenting Soviet and Nazi occupations, repression, resistance, and deportations.
Cheapest price
£12
Average price
£17
Fastest journey
3 h 35 m
Average duration
3 h 40 m
Buses per day
43
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Riga to Vilnius is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Riga to Vilnius will cost around £17 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £12.
Of the 43 buses that leave Riga for Vilnius every day 41 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 261 km distance in an average of 3 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 35 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 45 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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FlixBusOmio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Riga to Vilnius among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £10. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 27m. In case you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint the coach is your best bet as it emits only 0.3 - 0.7kg. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £10, and a flight costs an average of £61.
Distance: 261 km
Most popular Coach | Flight | Train |
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£14 Average Price Cheapest | £119 Average Price | £15 Average Price |
4h 45m Average total duration 4h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 27m Average total duration Fastest 2h 27m Onboard + 2h 0m Additional time* | 4h 36m Average total duration 4h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions | - CO2 emissions |
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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
The table below shows live departures for Riga to Vilnius coaches for today, Friday 28 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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1888|v121>v124 | 9:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 13:30 Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 changesdirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 9:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 13:40 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h45 | 13:45 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 10:00 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h35 | 13:35 Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 changesdirect | |
949|v121>v124 | 10:40 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 15:00 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
949|v121>v124 | 10:40 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 14:45 Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 15:50 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 15:40 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:35 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h27 | 16:02 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 0 changesdirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 12:00 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h15 | 16:15 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 12:00 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 16:05 Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 18:15 Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 18:25 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 14:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h32 | 18:47 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 0 changesdirect | |
211/949|v121>v124 | 14:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h15 | 19:05 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
211/949|v121>v124 | 14:50 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 18:55 Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 19:25 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 19:15 Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 changesdirect | |
M-2335+ M-907 | 15:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h55 | 20:25 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 1 change | |
M-2335+ M-898 | 15:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h55 | 20:25 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 1 change | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h55 | 20:35 Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 16:40 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 20:50 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v121>v124 | 17:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 21:40 Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 changesdirect | |
EL-20|v121>v124 | 17:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h20 | 21:50 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 18:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 22:30 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:05 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h55 | 23:00 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:05 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h40 | 22:45 Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 19:20 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 23:20 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
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EL-20|v121>v124 | 2:55 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 6:55 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h15 | 8:30 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h05 | 8:20 Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h47 | 11:02 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h23 | 10:38 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 6:15 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 10:25 Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 changesdirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 7:00 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h00 | 11:00 Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama | 0 changesdirect | |
1888|v121>v124 | 7:00 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h10 | 11:10 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:30 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h45 | 11:15 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 7:00 Riga | 4h10 | 11:10 Vilnius | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 4h17 | 13:02 Vilnius, Savanorių Prospektas | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h50 | 12:35 Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta | 3h35 | 12:20 Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Riga to Vilnius run on average 33 times per day, taking around 4h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £10 if you book in advance.
There are 32 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:06. The fastest coach covers the 261 km distance in 3h 35m.
Distance 261 km |
Average bus duration 4h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £10 |
Buses per day 33 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 3h 35m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:06 |
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Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Vilnius — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Vilnius trip today.
Museum in the former KGB headquarters documenting Soviet and Nazi occupations, repression, resistance, and deportations.
National art museum in a former palace, showing Lithuanian art from historic periods to the modern era.
Contemporary art centre presenting changing exhibitions, installations, talks, and one of the city’s key current art programmes.
Main historic street linking Cathedral Square and the Gate of Dawn, lined with churches, courtyards, and everyday city life.
Bohemian district across the river, known for street art, creative spaces, river views, and a distinctive local atmosphere.
Large central square beside the cathedral and bell tower, a natural starting point for exploring the Old Town.
Cepelinai are large potato dumplings, usually stuffed with pork and served with sour cream and bacon. They are Lithuania’s most iconic hearty comfort food.
Šaltibarščiai is a cold beetroot soup with kefir, cucumber and dill, usually served with hot potatoes. Its bright pink colour makes it a Lithuanian summer classic.
Kibinai are baked pastries brought by the Karaim community, commonly filled with chopped lamb or beef and onion. They are a Vilnius and Trakai regional staple.
Refined fine dining restaurant in the Old Town focused on modern tasting menus and polished service in an intimate interior.
Well-known beer restaurant serving Lithuanian cuisine, house beers and generous portions in a lively, rustic setting.
Established restaurant near Cathedral Square offering Lithuanian classics and seasonal dishes in an elegant historic setting.
Moderate for a Baltic capital: hotels, meals and public transport are usually cheaper than in many Western European city breaks.
Service is usually included rarely, so rounding up or leaving 5-10% in restaurants is appreciated. Round up for taxis; small change is fine in cafés.
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Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) -> Cathedral Square, Vilnius
People intending to travel by coaches from Riga and Vilnius have more than 12 bus departures to choose from daily. The cities are about 162 miles apart, but the distance covered in a trip depends on the route. Similarly, travel duration varies with the bus schedule, but most coaches take between three and five hours. With a mix of day and night buses, travellers enjoy great flexibility in selecting the most suitable departure times.
Coaches from Riga to Vilnius can take from two and a half hours up to about five hours per trip. Journeys periods vary with factors like schedules, bus companies, the distance covered, and so forth. Travellers should crosscheck the times indicated on their tickets with the information on the travel timetable to make reasonable approximations for their journey durations.
The number of buses travelling from Riga to Vilnius is somewhat irregular as bus companies don't make the same number of trips every day. However, passengers have not less than 12 coaches to board on a typical day. Departure frequencies are subject to events, seasons, and coach operator policies. Buses leave Riga for Vilnius at intervals of about one or two hours through daytime and night hours. The first bus departs just before 3:00 a.m. while the latest one usually leaves at about 10:50 p.m.
Departure bus station: Most long-distance buses such as coaches from Riga to Vilnius pick passengers at the Riga International Bus Terminal. The station is approximately half a mile from the city centre, which is about an 11 minute walk. Travellers enjoy a wide range of services at the facility, including ticket machines and offices, waiting areas, restaurants, toilets, and accommodation in the surrounding area.
Arrival bus station: Vilnius Bus Station is the disembarking point for visitors arriving from Riga to Vilnius by bus. The coach terminal is at a strategic location next to the train station, only about two miles from the heart of the city. Several bus lines serve commuters from the station to the city centre with trips of about 12 minutes. Vilnius Bus Station has toilets, fast food, a coffee bar, ATM, and ticket offices. Additionally, visitors can find hotels and luggage storage amenities around the area.
Lux Express and Eurolines are the two leading bus companies with coaches from Riga to Vilnius. Both the bus providers have modern buses equipped with high-end facilities for the most comfortable journeys. Passengers can enjoy onboard entertainment, appreciate beautiful scenery en route, or even sleep right from Riga to Vilnius. Lux Express runs more trips than Eurolines. Both the coach companies have similar journey durations, with the slowest buses reaching Vilnius in almost five hours.
Lux Express operates around 12 coaches from Riga to Vilnius per day unless some event causes schedule interruptions. The buses are express, and passengers can hope to reach Vilnius anywhere from three hours and 40 minutes to four hours and 30 minutes. Coaches are always available since Lux Express distributes their journeys based on demand.
On an ordinary day, Eurolines runs four bus trips from Riga to Vilnius. Most of the journeys last anywhere between four and five hours. Usually, the coaches don't stop along the way, and when they do, they don't exceed two brief breaks. Travellers should confirm the travel times for various dates with the coach providers to choose the most convenient departures.
Coaches from Riga to Vilnius offer passengers first-class and second-class tickets, though the category names may vary slightly. Some companies use the terms business and executive to refer to journeys with more personalised amenities.
Passengers on Lux Express and Eurolines can expect above-average comfort levels. Features like luxurious reclining seats, accessible toilets, standard power sockets, free WiFi, air conditioning, and hot beverages are available. The buses also have enough legroom to keep travellers relaxed throughout the journey.
Lux Express allows passengers to bring onboard one item of hand luggage not exceeding 45cm by 35cm by 20cm and weighing at most 5kg. They can also keep a load whose dimensions aren't beyond 70cm by 30cm by 55cm in the luggage compartment. It's upon the driver to allow or restrict dismantled bikes depending on the available space. Eurolines transports two suitcases per passenger for free.
Coaches from Riga to Vilnius uphold non-discriminatory travel policies. They provide accessible facilities for people with disabilities or reduced mobility at no extra cost. On international routes, passengers cannot ride the buses with pets. However, individuals with sight problems are free to bring guide dogs.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Riga to Vilnius 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 Vilnius, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Riga to Vilnius buses use the Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta to Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) station pair, with some services arriving at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.). Use this guide to compare Riga and Vilnius bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Café Autoosta (in the station), Bakery Express (in the station), Fast Food Corner (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the station.
Ticket office support is available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta.
Available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta: Elevators, ramps.
Riga is 2 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
Riga has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several fast food and cafes available
Free access throughout the station. ATMs are multiple ATMs near entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Riga.
Available at Riga: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Riga: Wheelchair accessible ramps.
Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga is 1 km from Riga city centre. Public transport options include:
Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Limited food options available nearby.
Wi-Fi is available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga. ATMs are located near the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga.
Available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Skulte, Starptautiskā lidosta Rīga: Accessible for passengers with reduced mobility.
Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) is 2 km from Vilnius city centre. Public transport options include:
Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Vilnius (in the station), Lithuanian Bites (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22).
Available at Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22): Elevators, ramps.
Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) is 1 km from Vilnius city centre. Public transport options include:
Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.). ATMs are available at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.).
Ticket office support is available at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.).
Available at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilnius, E272 (Studentu st.): Bus stop curb allows easy access.
Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama is 1 km from Vilnius city centre. Public transport options include:
Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Sushi Express (in the station)
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the shopping center.
Available at Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama: Elevators, ramps.
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