How to Get from Vilnius to Riga
Vilnius to Riga is 268 km in a straight line. The trip takes 3h 40m by bus.
On Routavio you can compare the ways from Vilnius to Riga by price and travel time (route calculated on 11 November 2026).
- First bus at 04:55, last at 21:20
Compare the ways to get there. Then check them for your own date.
Start with the Whole Journey.
We compared the ways to travel from Vilnius to Riga. The most useful door-to-door route takes 3h 40m by bus with no transfer. The two cities are about 268 km apart in a straight line. The operators below come from a real route search.
268 km in a straight line
Vilnius to Riga: Cheapest or Fastest?
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- 1Vilnius → Rigabus
FlixBus·3h 40m
The best balance of price and time we found on this route.
Which Date Should You Go?
An amount is a fare we saw earlier; with "around" in front it is our estimate. Neither is a live offer. A day with no figure is one we have not priced, not one without a service.
Departures from Vilnius to Riga
FlixBus publishes departures from 04:55 to 21:20.
| Operator | First | Last |
|---|---|---|
| FlixBusbus | 04:55 | 21:20 |
All departures
- 04:55
- 05:55
- 06:55
- 07:05
- 07:20
- 08:05
- 08:20
- 08:40
- 08:53
- 09:05
- 09:40
- 09:48
- 09:53
- 10:10
- 10:25
- 10:40
- 10:48
- 11:10
- 11:25
- 11:48
- 12:15
- 12:30
- 12:53
- 13:15
- 13:20
- 13:30
- 13:53
- 14:15
- 14:20
- 14:23
- 14:45
- 14:53
- 15:00
- 15:23
- 15:45
- 16:00
- 16:23
- 17:23
- 17:50
- 18:05
- 18:23
- 18:50
- 19:05
- 19:23
- 20:05
- 20:20
- 21:05
- 21:20
Departure times come from operator timetables and are local time at the origin. Where a row shows no times, we do not hold a published timetable for that operator. Times can change on holidays and at short notice; confirm with the operator before you travel.
Departure and Arrival
Ticket Prices on This Route
What each way of travelling costs, as the operator publishes it. These describe the route rather than a date you pick, and they refresh once a day. Booking opens at our partner Omio.
- Bus· 3h 40m€7Book
Omio last refreshed these on Sun, Nov 15.
Operators Seen on These Journeys
On this route you travel with FlixBus.
How the Trip from Vilnius to Riga Works
Routavio built this route from its own route data on 11 November 2026. Start with a FlixBus bus from Vilnius to Riga, about 3h 40m. In total it's roughly €16 over 3h 40m, direct, no transfers.
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Vilnius to Riga: Common Questions
How long does it take to get from Vilnius to Riga?
Routavio's route check on 11 November 2026 puts the most useful route at about 3h 40m by bus, with no transfer.
When is the first bus from Vilnius to Riga?
The first bus with FlixBus leaves at 04:55 and the last at 21:20, according to the published timetable.
How far is Riga from Vilnius?
About 268 km in a straight line. The real route on the ground or in the air is longer.
How much does Vilnius to Riga cost?
Our estimate for the route we recommend is around €16. We have not seen it as a fare. Other options on this page can cost less, and the exact fare depends on your travel date.
Which operators run Vilnius to Riga?
According to Routavio's route data, on this route you travel with FlixBus.
What is the cheapest way to get from Vilnius to Riga?
Routavio's comparison usually points to a flexible date, or leaving from a nearby airport. A live search puts every option for your dates side by side.
Can I book directly?
Yes. Routavio sends you straight to the operator or an independent third-party provider. We never add a booking fee. The final fare and availability are confirmed by that provider.
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Sources and Method
Routes are calculated by Routavio's multimodal engine from operator timetables and flight data. Durations come from timetables. The price here is our estimate, not a guarantee.
Operators: FlixBus
Route calculated: 11 Nov 2026