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Riga to Vilnius Coach Timetable
Coach from Riga to Vilnius: Journey Information
There are 24 intercity coaches per day from Riga to Vilnius. Traveling by coach from Riga to Vilnius usually takes around 4 hours and 9 minutes, but the fastest FlixBus coach can make the trip in 2 hours and 40 minutes.
| Distance | 163 mi (262 km) |
| Shortest duration | 2h 40m |
| Cheapest price | US$12.07 |
| Trips per day | 24 |
| Most frequent service | FlixBus |
| Coach lines | 2 |
What coach companies travel from Riga to Vilnius?
There are two bus lines that have daily service from Riga to Vilnius that you can compare and book on Wanderu. Of these two carriers, FlixBus usually offers more choice, with 12 scheduled trips per day.
| Coach | Daily Trips | Avg. Time | Avg. Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| FlixBus | 12 | 4h 11m | US$16.86 |
| Lux Express | 12 | 4h 7m | US$22.10 |
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 12 trips from Riga to Vilnius, and usually makes the trip in about 4 hours and 11 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Lux Express is a long-distance bus company based in Estonia's. It offers an extensive network of intercity bus routes that connect Baltic nations and Eastern European countries, such as Russia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland, and Belarus. Lux Express is known for its excellent onboard facilities, which include spacious seating with ample legroom, individual airline-style screens for movies, WiFi, and air conditioning. This makes it a popular choice among travelers in the Baltic region.
Frequently asked questions about traveling by coach from Riga to Vilnius
The coach takes an average of 4 hours and 9 minutes to cover the 163 miles from Riga to Vilnius. However, the fastest coach only takes 2 hours and 40 minutes. In other words, you'll have plenty of time to rest and relax on the road. 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.
"Travelers prefer riding the coach on Saturday to enjoy the weekend in Vilnius. If you are planning to travel on a Saturday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out.
On the other hand, Tuesday is typically the least busy day for coach travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Tuesday ticket is the way to go."
The first coach leaves at 02:00 and the last coach leaves at 17:00. To see the times for all coaches from Riga to Vilnius, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.
City Information
Station Information
Where does the coach leave from in Riga?
Main departure station: Pragas Str. 1
Riga has two coach stations with service to Vilnius.
All coach stations in Riga:
Pragas Str. 1
Central Bus Station
Where does the coach arrive in Vilnius?
Main arrival station: Train Station
Coaches arrive in Vilnius at 4 stations, depending on which coach line you are traveling with.
Coach stations in Vilnius:
Train Station
Panorama
North studentu St
Savanoriu Prospektas
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