How much does a train ticket cost from Riga to Vilnius?

The cheapest train tickets from Riga to Vilnius start from £3. The average price for this train route is around £25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.

How long is the train journey from Riga to Vilnius?

The average train journey time from Riga to Vilnius is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 166 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways .

Which train operators serve the Riga to Vilnius route?

Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.

What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Riga to Vilnius?

The earliest train from Riga to Vilnius departs at 16:13. And the latest train departs at 16:55.

Train Riga to Vilnius from £1

Next train departures

Next departures from Riga to Vilnius on 15 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 26m	21:21	Vilnius	Cheapest
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 26m	21:21	Vilnius	Fastest
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 49m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 49m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Vilnius on 16 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 26m	21:21	Vilnius	Cheapest
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 26m	21:21	Vilnius	Fastest
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 49m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 49m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags
Train	16:37	Zemitani Train Station	4h 44m	21:21	Vilnius	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Vilnius on 17 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:37	Zemitani Train Station	4h 44m	21:21	Vilnius	CheapestFastest
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 57m	21:52	Vilnius	No tags
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 57m	21:52	Vilnius	No tags
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	5h 34m	22:29	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	5h 34m	22:29	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Vilnius on 18 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 26m	21:21	Vilnius	Cheapest
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 26m	21:21	Vilnius	Fastest
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 49m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 49m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags
Train	16:37	Zemitani Train Station	4h 44m	21:21	Vilnius	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Vilnius on 19 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 49m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	Cheapest
Train	16:37	Zemitani Train Station	4h 44m	21:21	Vilnius	Fastest
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 49m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags
Train	16:27	Jugla Train Station	4h 54m	21:21	Vilnius	No tags
Train	16:27	Jugla Train Station	5h 17m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Vilnius on 20 December
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 49m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	Cheapest
Train	16:37	Zemitani Train Station	4h 24m	21:01	Vilnius	Fastest
Train	16:55	зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga	4h 49m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags
Train	16:27	Jugla Train Station	4h 34m	21:01	Vilnius	No tags
Train	16:27	Jugla Train Station	5h 17m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	No tags

Next departures from Riga to Vilnius on 21 December
Operated by	Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended	Price and booking link
	Train	16:27	Jugla Train Station	5h 17m	21:44	Vilnius Paneriai Train Station	CheapestFastest

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Compare 2 ways to travel from Riga to Vilnius

We recommend taking the bus

Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as a good way to reach Vilnius. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just £6, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

26bus per day

4h 10mAverage duration

164 milesDistance

7kgCO₂ emissions

	Average price	Average duration	CO₂ emissions	Actions
Bus	Average price£6 - £34	Average duration4h 10m	CO₂ emissions 7kg CO₂e
Train	Average price£3 - £37	Average duration4h 55m	CO₂ emissions 6kg CO₂e

Where are the popular train stations and stops in Riga and Vilnius?

Riga

A
Starptautiskā autoosta
Prāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
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B
Riga Airport
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Vilnius

A
Vilnius Bus Station
Geležinkelio g. 16, Vilnius 03211, Lithuania
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B
Savanoriu prospektas
Vilnius, Vilnius, Savanoriu prospektas, Vilnius 03128, Lithuania
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C
Studentu st.
Vilnius, Vilnius North (Studentu st.), Vilnius 08106, Lithuania
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Train Companies

Lithuanian Railways

5/526 reviews

Staff5

Timeliness5

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi4

Based on 26 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained with the Wi-Fi. Lithuanian Railways ticket prices on this trip start at £3

LT train companies: Amtrak, Trenitalia, VIA Rail Canada, FlixTrain, Lithuanian Railways

Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga to Vilnius by train

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

How much does a train ticket cost from Riga to Vilnius?
The cheapest train tickets from Riga to Vilnius start from £3. The average price for this train route is around £25. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for the best chance of getting the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Riga to Vilnius?
The average train journey time from Riga to Vilnius is 4h 55m, covering a distance of 166 miles. The fastest train gets you there in 4h 6m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators serve the Riga to Vilnius route?
Several major train operators run on this route with 3 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Riga to Vilnius?
The earliest train from Riga to Vilnius departs at 16:13. And the latest train departs at 16:55.

Find cheapest prices for trains

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

Best price found

13/12

£23

14/12

£23

Today

£23

16/12

£23

17/12

£23

18/12

£23

19/12

£2

20/12

£1

The cheapest trip from Riga to Vilnius was searched and found on 20 Dec 2025 with a price of £1

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

You can expect to pay from £1 to £33 for a train ticket from Riga to Vilnius based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £1, which is on 2025-12-20.