Bus from Vilnius to Riga: Tickets & Timetables

Next bus departures

Next departures from Vilnius to Riga on 16 December
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Vilnius Bus Station
Starptautiskā autoostaCheapest
FlixbusBus
Vilnius North (Studentu st. - Parking)
Starptautiskā autoostaFastest
Lux ExpressBus
Vilnius
Starptautiskā autoostaNo tags
EcolinesBus
    		Vilnius
    		RigaNo tags
    FlixbusBus
    		Vilnius Bus Station
    		 Riga Airport Parking 1 (RIX)No tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 06:29 EET.

    Compare 2 ways to travel from Vilnius to Riga

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 4 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    27bus per day
    4h 9mAverage duration
    164 milesDistance
    7kgCO₂ emissions
    Bus
    		Average price£6 - £39Average duration4h 9m
    7kg CO₂e
    Train
    		Average price£3 - £41Average duration4h 59m
    6kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Vilnius to Riga

    Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your journey.

    1. How much is the bus ticket from Vilnius to Riga?

      The cheapest coach tickets from Vilnius to Riga start from £6. The average price for this route is around £15. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.

    2. How long is the bus journey from Vilnius to Riga?

      The average bus journey time from Vilnius to Riga is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 164 miles. The fastest bus can take you there in 3h and is operated by Avtokombinat-1 OOO.

    3. Which bus companies service the Vilnius to Riga route?

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 27 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Lux Express, Ecolines, Avtokombinat-1 OOO, Infobus, TOKS Neo, Z-TIME.

    4. What is the earliest and latest departure time for the bus from Vilnius to Riga?

      The earliest bus departs from Vilnius to Riga at 00:15. And the latest bus departs at 23:59.

    5. What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Vilnius to Riga?

      A bus journey from Vilnius to Riga produces an estimated 7 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly choice and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.

    6. Which is the best bus company from Vilnius to Riga?

      According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Lux Express, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 211 reviews.

    7. Which company has the best Wi-Fi from Vilnius to Riga?

      Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Lux Express has the best Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.

    8. Which bus company offers the most punctual service from Vilnius to Riga?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is TOKS Neo, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    9. Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Vilnius to Riga?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Z-TIME, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.

    Find cheapest prices for buses

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

    Best price found
    13/12
    £14
    14/12
    £14
    Today
    £12
    16/12
    £12
    17/12
    £11
    18/12
    £10
    19/12
    £13
    20/12
    £13
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vilnius to Riga was searched and found on 18 Dec 2025 with a price of £10

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

    You can expect to pay from £10 to £26 for a bus ticket from Vilnius to Riga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £10, which is on 2025-12-18.

    Usually Lux Express will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.

    What's the cheapest way to go from Vilnius to Riga?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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