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Journey Information
There are 9 intercity coaches per day from Riga to Kaunas. Traveling by coach from Riga to Kaunas usually takes around 5 hours, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 3 hours and 50 minutes.
| Distance | 142 mi (228 km) |
| Shortest duration | 3h 50m |
| Cheapest price | DKK 88.53 |
| Trips per day | 9 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 4 |
What coach companies travel from Riga to Kaunas?
There are 4 bus lines from Riga to Kaunas available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 4 daily trips, FlixBus usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ecolines | 4 | 5h 50m | DKK 152.93 |
| Eurolines Lithuania | 1 | 3h 51m | DKK 164.27 |
| FlixBus | 4 | 4h 34m | DKK 114.12 |
| Toks | 1 | 6h 5m | DKK 125.60 |
Ecolines is a Latvian long-distance bus company with an extensive network connecting Latvia, Lithuania, and Estonia. They offer routes to popular destinations in countries like Poland, Germany, and the Netherlands, providing reliable transportation. Ecolines prioritizes passenger comfort by equipping their buses with amenities like air conditioning, power outlets, and Wi-Fi. On longer trips, passengers can enjoy personal entertainment devices, and stewards are available onboard for assistance, ensuring a seamless travel experience.
Book Eurolines Lithuania from Riga to Kaunas from DKK 163. There are 1 Eurolines Lithuania schedules from Riga to Kaunas and you can expect on average to pay for a Eurolines Lithuania ticket to Kaunas. In Riga, Eurolines Lithuania departs to Kaunas from Central Bus Station and no other station. In Kaunas, Eurolines Lithuania arrives at Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on Eurolines Lithuania from Riga to Kaunas takes 3 hours and 51 minutes , while the fastest available Eurolines Lithuania trip will get you to Kaunas in 3 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Eurolines Lithuania offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Kaunas.
First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 4 trips from Riga to Kaunas, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 34 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book Toks from Riga to Kaunas from DKK 103. There are 1 Toks schedules from Riga to Kaunas and you can expect on average to pay for a Toks ticket to Kaunas. In Riga, Toks departs to Kaunas from Central Bus Station and no other station. In Kaunas, Toks arrives at Bus Station and no other station.
An average trip on Toks from Riga to Kaunas takes 6 hours and 5 minutes , while the fastest available Toks trip will get you to Kaunas in 3 hours and 50 minutes .
On weekends, Toks offers 1 trip per day and you could expect to pay for a weekend getaway to Kaunas.
Frequently Asked Questions
The coach takes an average of 5 hours to cover the 142 miles from Riga to Kaunas. However, the fastest coach only takes 3 hours and 50 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual coach may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.
"Tuesday is usually the day of the week when coaches are busiest. If you are planning to travel on a Tuesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Saturday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Saturday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 09:00 and the last coach leaves at 23:00. To see the times for all coaches from Riga to Kaunas, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Riga?
Main departure station: Central Bus Station
Riga has two coach stations with service to Kaunas.
All coach stations in Riga:
Central Bus Station
Pragas Str. 1
Where does the coach arrive in Kaunas?
Main arrival station: Bus Station
These are the two stations where coaches may stop when they arrive in Kaunas.
Coach stations in Kaunas:
Bus Station
Kaunas Vytauto Prospektas
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