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State Hermitage Museum
Vast art museum in the Winter Palace and adjoining buildings, known for European masters, antiquities and lavish state rooms.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg
Showing times, prices and bookable tickets for 30 Aug
Cheapest price on 30 Aug
£80
Average ticket price on 30 Aug
£80
Fastest journey on 30 Aug
18 h
Average journey duration on 30 Aug
18 h
Buses on 30 Aug
1
Distance
657 km
Cheap tickets
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg will cost around £80 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £80.
Fast coaches
To travel from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg you need to make at least one change.
2:3018h00Vilnius20:30Saint-Petersburg£801One-way1 change
- 2:3018h00Vilnius20:30Saint-Petersburg£801One-way1 change
Live departures
Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg bus times
The table below shows live departures for Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg coaches for today, Saturday 29 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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| 13:30 Vilnius | 17h00 | 6:30 Saint-Petersburg | 1 change | |
| Sunday 30 August | |||||
| 2:30 Vilnius | 18h00 | 20:30 Saint-Petersburg | 1 change | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Bus from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg
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Buses from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg run on average 8 times per day, taking around 17h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £75 if you book in advance.
The earliest coach runs at 12:45, the last at 12:45. The fastest coach covers the 657 km distance in 17h 0m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance 657 km |
Average bus duration 17h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £75 |
Buses per day 8 |
Fastest bus 17h 0m |
First bus 12:45 |
Last bus 12:45 |
Cheapest Month Apr |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Oct - Dec |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Bus providers: Lux Express from Vilnius to Saint-PetersburgYou can travel by bus between Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg with Lux Express for as low as £75. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Lux Express
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Lux Express Duration
17h 0m
Cheapest Lux Express Price
£75
Lux Express frequency
1 a day
Complete guide to Saint-Petersburg
Things to do in Saint-Petersburg
Discover the best of Saint-Petersburg — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Saint-Petersburg trip today.
- Must visit
State Russian Museum
Leading Russian art museum with icons, portraits and paintings that trace the country’s artistic history in a grand palace setting.
- Recommended
Fabergé Museum
Fabergé works and decorative arts displayed in the restored Shuvalov Palace, with richly decorated interiors worth seeing in their own right.
- Must visit
Nevsky Prospekt
The city’s main avenue, lined with historic buildings, shops and landmarks, and ideal for understanding central Saint Petersburg on foot.
- Must visit
Palace Square
Formal palace square framed by major imperial buildings, central to the city’s history and a natural starting point for sightseeing.
- Recommended
Summer Garden
Leafy summer garden with fountains, sculptures and shaded paths, offering a calm break near the city centre.
- Vegetarian
Pyshki
Pyshki are Saint Petersburg’s classic ring doughnuts, fried and dusted with sugar. They are a nostalgic local staple, usually eaten hot with coffee.
Rassolnik
Rassolnik is a traditional soup with pickled cucumbers, barley and usually beef or kidneys. Its sour-salty taste is strongly associated with Russian home cooking.
- Gluten-free
Solyanka
Solyanka is a rich, tangy soup made with mixed meats, pickles, olives and lemon. It is a long-standing Russian favourite often found on Saint Petersburg menus.
Tsar
Refined Russian cuisine in a grand period interior with strong caviar, fish and traditional dishes. Suitable for a classic fine-dining experience.
Pyshechnaya
Historic Soviet-style doughnut café famous for fresh pyshki and simple drinks. Casual, nostalgic and one of the city’s best-known snack stops.
Khachapuri i Vino
Popular Georgian restaurant known for khachapuri, khinkali and lively interiors. Reliable for generous portions and an upbeat atmosphere.
Russian rouble (₽)
Moderate for a major city. Meals and metro are fairly cheap, while central hotels and top restaurants cost more than in many Russian regional destinations.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- ₽500-900 for fast food or casual cafés.
- Mid-range
- ₽1,200-2,500 per person for a meal.
- Fine dining
- ₽3,500+ per person for upscale restaurants.
- Coffee
- ₽180-350 for a cappuccino.
Tipping culture
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. Leave 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés, and round up or add 5-10% for taxis if service is good.
Podorozhnik
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Prices
- Single ticket
- 81 ₽
- Day pass
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To the city centre
Rybinskaya St / Obvodniy channel -> Nevsky Prospekt
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Bank cards and contactless payment work on all metro turnstiles and throughout the city’s surface transport via validators.
- A reliable official day pass could not be verified from current operator sources; use a Podorozhnik ticket or contactless payment instead.
FAQs: Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg coach
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg 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 Saint-Petersburg, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
Cheap coach tickets from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg can start from as little as £75 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg is £78; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg is 17h 0m to travel the 657 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg leaves at 12:45. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg leaves at 12:45.
There are 8 coaches a day from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg which require at least one change with Lux Express. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer coaches.
When taking a coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg, you can count on Lux Express for the best way to get you to Saint-Petersburg. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Vilnius and Saint-Petersburg and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Vilnius , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22), Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama . When arriving in Saint-Petersburg , you can end your route in coach stations like Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)).Passengers board the coach most frequently from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22), which is located around 2 km away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)), located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Saint-Petersburg from Vilnius is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 17h 0m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg is April.
Yes, you can take a coach between Vilnius and Saint-Petersburg.
No, the coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg has no accessibility options.
No, there are no bathrooms on board the coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg.
No, bikes are not allowed on board the coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
Yes, there is food available to purchase on board the coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg.
No, luggage for the coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg needs to be booked in addition.
No, there are no additional luggage options for the coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg.
Unfortunately, pets are not allowed on the coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg.
No, there are no USB plugs on board the coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg.
No, there is no WiFi on board the coach from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Vilnius and Saint-Petersburg
Most Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg buses use the Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) to Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) station pair. Use this guide to compare Vilnius and Saint-Petersburg bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Departure bus stations in Vilnius
Arrival bus stations in Saint-Petersburg
Which Vilnius station do buses to Saint-Petersburg leave from?
Buses from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg leave from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22). The station is 2 km from Vilnius city centre at Sodu g. 22, Vilnius, Lithuania.
Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)Sodu g. 22, Vilnius, Lithuania
City-centre transport
Getting to Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) from Vilnius city centre
Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) is 2 km from Vilnius city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus1G, 15, 2G, 53 · 6m · every ~45 min
7100 · 12m
1227, 1205, 1234A, 1234, N1207, N1207a, N1234, N1301 · 12m · £0.90
Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) bus station facilities and services
Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Cafeteria Vilnius (in the station), Lithuanian Bites (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station).
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22): Elevators, ramps.
Vilnius, Shopping Centre PanoramaSaltoniskiu g. 9, Vilnius 08105, Lithuania
City-centre transport
Getting to Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama from Vilnius city centre
Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama is 1 km from Vilnius city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus19, 9, 30 · 9m · every ~21 min
Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama bus station facilities and services
Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility and WC.
Food and drink
Food options include: McDonald's (in the station), Sushi Express (in the station)
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and inside the shopping center.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Vilnius, Shopping Centre Panorama: Elevators, ramps.
Which Saint-Petersburg station do buses from Vilnius arrive at?
Buses from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg arrive at Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)). Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) is 3 km from Saint-Petersburg city centre.
Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2))Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala, Sankt-Peterburg, Russia, 191119
City-centre transport
Getting to Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) from Saint-Petersburg city centre
Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) is 2 km from Saint-Petersburg city centre. Public transport options include:
Bus3 · 26m · £0.90 · every ~4 min
Subway5 · 12m · £0.90 · every ~42 min
Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) bus station facilities and services
Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food and drink
Food options include: Several restaurants and cafes on site.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi available in waiting areas. ATMs are multiple ATMs available.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)).
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Sankt-Peterburg, Naberezhnaya Obvodnogo Kanala (Avtovokzal №2) (Санкт-Петербург, Набережная Обводного Канала (Автовокзал №2)): Wheelchair accessible entrances and restrooms.
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