Bus from Riga to Vilnius: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Riga to Vilnius on December 16
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
FlixbusBus
Starptautiskā autoosta
Vilnius Bus StationCheapest
FlixbusBus
Starptautiskā autoosta
Studentu st.Fastest
TransTempoBus
Prāgas iela 1, Автовокзал "Рига", платформа №2, Riga
ул. Соду 22, Автовокзал платформа №22, VilniusNo tags
Lux ExpressBus
Starptautiskā autoosta
VilniusNo tags
EcolinesBus
    Riga
    VilniusNo tags

    Last refresh of the prices: Today at 7:43 AM EET.

    Compare 2 ways to go from Riga to Vilnius

    We recommend taking the bus

    Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Vilnius. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

    26bus per day
    4h 10mAverage Duration
    164 milesDistance
    7kgCO₂ emissions
    Average Price$8 - $44Average Duration4h 10m
    7kg CO₂e
    Average Price$3 - $48Average Duration4h 55m
    6kg CO₂e

    Frequently asked questions about traveling from Riga to Vilnius by bus

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

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

      The cheapest bus tickets from Riga to Vilnius start from $8. The average price for this route is around $18. 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 ride from Riga to Vilnius?

      The average bus trip duration from Riga to Vilnius is 4h 10m, covering a distance of 164 miles (264 km). The quickest bus can get you there in 3h 40m and is operated by FlixBus.

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

      Several major bus companies operate on this route with 26 buses available per day, including services from FlixBus, Lux Express, Ecolines, TransTempo, Avtokombinat-1 OOO, Infobus, TOKS Neo, Z-TIME.

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

      The earliest bus departs from Riga to Vilnius at 2:55am. And the latest bus departs at 7:05pm.

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

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

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

      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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Riga to Vilnius?

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

    8. Which bus company has the most timely service from Riga to Vilnius?

      According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most timely 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 Riga to Vilnius?

      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
    12/13
    $14
    12/14
    $14
    Today
    $17
    12/16
    $15
    12/17
    $14
    12/18
    $15
    12/19
    $17
    12/20
    $17
    busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Riga to Vilnius was searched and found on Dec 17, 2025 with a price of $14

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

    You can expect to pay from $14 to $49 for a bus ticket from Riga to Vilnius based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $14 which is on 2025-12-17.

    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 Riga to Vilnius?

    busbud logoThe bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination

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