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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Vilnius to Riga
Cheapest price
£16
Average price
£16
Fastest journey
3 h 59 m
Average duration
3 h 59 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
261 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Vilnius to Riga is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Vilnius to Riga will cost around £16 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £16.
Of the 1 trains that leave Vilnius for Riga every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 261 km distance in an average of 3 h 59 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 59 m .
The slowest trains will take 3 h 59 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.
Travel Information
Compare train, coach and flight for Vilnius to Riga
Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Vilnius to Riga among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the coach with prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 5m. 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 £7, and a flight costs an average of £71.
Distance: 261 km
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| Train | Most popular Coach | Flight |
|---|---|---|
£16 Average Price | £13 Average Price Cheapest | £147 Average Price |
4h 29m Average total duration 3h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 37m Average total duration 5h 7m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 5m Average total duration Fastest 2h 5m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
- CO2 emissions | 0.3 - 0.7kg CO2 emissions Lowest | 0.8 - 1.6kg CO2 emissions |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.
Live departures
Vilnius to Riga train times
The table below shows live departures for Vilnius to Riga trains for today, Saturday 20 December. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:05 Vilnius | 3h59 | 11:04 Riga | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Overview: Train from Vilnius to Riga
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Trains from Vilnius to Riga run on average 1 times per day, taking around 3h 59m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £16 but you can travel from only £7 by coach.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 07:05, the last at 07:05. The fastest train covers the 261 km distance in 3h 59m.
Distance 261 km |
Average train duration 3h 59m |
Cheapest ticket price £16 |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 3h 59m |
First train 07:05 |
Last train 07:05 |
Train companies: UAB LTG Link from Vilnius to Riga trainsUAB LTG Link trains will get you between Vilnius and Riga from £7. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Vilnius to Riga train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Vilnius to Riga by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Riga, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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