Bus from Vilnius to Riga: Tickets & Schedules

Next bus departures

Next departures for Vilnius to Riga on November 29
Operated byVehicle typeDeparture timeDeparture locationTrip durationArrival timeArrival locationRecommendedPrice and booking link
EcolinesBus
    		Vilnius
    		RigaCheapest
    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 2:05 AM EET.

      Compare 2 ways to go from Vilnius to Riga

      We recommend taking the bus

      Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 4 hours 9 minutes and with fares starting at just $8, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

      27bus per day
      4h 9mAverage Duration
      162 milesDistance
      6kgCO₂ emissions
      Bus
      		Average Price$8 - $51Average Duration4h 9m
      6kg CO₂e
      Train
      		Average Price$3 - $54Average Duration4h 49m
      6kg CO₂e

      Frequently asked questions about traveling from Vilnius to Riga 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 Vilnius to Riga?

        The cheapest bus tickets from Vilnius to Riga 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 Vilnius to Riga?

        The average bus trip duration from Vilnius to Riga is 4h 9m, covering a distance of 162 miles (260 km). The quickest bus can get 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 12:15am. And the latest bus departs at 11:59pm.

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

        A bus trip from Vilnius to Riga generates an estimated 6 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 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 bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Vilnius to Riga?

        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 Vilnius to Riga?

        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 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
      11/26
      $22
      11/27
      $24
      Today
      $14
      11/29
      $12
      11/30
      $12
      12/01
      $11
      12/02
      $10
      12/03
      $10
      busbud logoThe cheapest trip from Vilnius to Riga was searched and found on Dec 2, 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 $35 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 2025-12-02.

      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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