Riga to Kaunas Bus and Coach

Q: What is the distance between Riga and Kaunas?

The distance between these two places is a total of 166 mi.

Q: What is the average travel time between Riga and Kaunas?

The average travel time between the stations is 05:12 hours.

Q: How much is a bus ticket from Riga to Kaunas?

The price of a bus ticket from Riga to Kaunas ranges from £9 to £22.

Q: How many daily departures are there from Riga to Kaunas?

The average number of daily departures is 32. However, we would advise you to look up specific dates you're interested in so that you make sure to check the number of departures on the travel date you are interested in the most.

Q: How many direct buses are there from Riga to Kaunas?

There are 19 from Riga to Kaunas. Keep in mind the number of direct buses can vary.

Q: What are the amenities available on the buses departing from Riga to Kaunas?

All the coaches have air conditioning, reclining seats, luggage storage and they make breaks along the way to ensure all the passengers get enough resting time and can make a toilet break.

Q: How can I travel from Riga to Kaunas by bus?

To travel from Riga to Kaunas by bus, choose your preferred departure time and book your ticket through our platform. Detailed routes and schedules are available.

Q: How can I find which buses operate between Riga and Kaunas?

Use our online ticket tool to find schedules, routes, and ticket prices for buses operating between your chosen stations.

Q: When do the first and last buses leave Riga?

The first bus departs at 02:00, and the last bus departs at 22:55.

Q: Do I need to print my ticket for the journey from Riga to Kaunas?

No, you don't need to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus driver, but ensure your phone battery is charged.

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Riga to Kaunas Route Overview

Riga to Kaunas bus is a popular way of travelling between Latvia and Lithuania.There are up to 32 daily bus departures available, including 5 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Riga at 02:00h, arriving at Kaunas at 06:30h the same day. While the latest bus departs at 22:55h, arriving at 04:00h the following day.

Departure station and country Riga, Latvia

Arrival station and country Kaunas, Lithuania

Travel Distance 166 mi

Average Trip Duration 05h 12min

Total Departures 32

Popular Operators FlixBus, Kautra (Eurolines Lithuania)

Lowest Price £9

Transportation Options Coach

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular coach departures from Riga to Kaunas:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

02:55 Riga Central Bus Station

6h 5min

09:00 Kaunas Central Bus Station

Lux express

from 18.25 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 18. Oct

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11:30 Riga Central Bus Station

6h 5min

17:35 Kaunas Central Bus Station

Ecolines

from 16 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 10. Sep

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13:00 Riga Central Bus Station

4h 30min

17:30 Kaunas Central Bus Station

Ecolines

from 16 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 10. Sep

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17:20 Riga Central Bus Station

6h 35min

23:55 Kaunas Central Bus Station

Lux express

from 20.25 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 18. Oct

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18:00 Riga Central Bus Station

5h 40min

23:40 Kaunas Central Bus Station

Ecolines

from 16 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 10. Sep

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Traveling by coach from Riga to Kaunas

The shortest travel distance between Riga and Kaunas is 166 mi. The fastest coach which departs at 15:30 has a travel time of 03:50h. The longest travel time on the route is 06:35h. Depending on the selected departure, the following amenities are available: air condition, wifi and restroom. Booking your train tickets in advance is recommended to guarantee your seat, especially if you're travelling during peak travel times.

Overnight coaches

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Kaunas earlier, there are 5 overnight coaches from Riga to Kaunas. The overnight coaches depart between 21:05 and 22:55 and arrive between 01:05 and 04:00 the following day. Below are the most popular night departures to Kaunas:

Timetable: TODAY TOMORROW

21:05 Riga

4h 0min

01:05 Kaunas

FlixBus

from 11.48 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 23. Sep

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22:55 Riga

5h 5min

04:00 Kaunas

FlixBus

from 12.98 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 10. Sep

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Bus companies operating the Riga to Kaunas route

There are 6 bus companies operating this route. These companies have not been reviewed by travellers yet. Below is a list of the most popular bus companies on this route.

7.1 FlixBus

8.1 Kautra (Eurolines Lithuania)

8.8 Lux express

6.2 Ecolines

LatLines

Kautra (Eurolines Lithuania)

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Riga or Kaunas coach stations, including general information and other popular routes, please see the links below.

Riga

You can see information about the departure station and stops Riga here

Kaunas

You can see information about the arrival station and stops Kaunas here

Cheapest tickets

Affordable tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: £9 (One-Way) or £18 (Return).

Travel reviews for Riga to Kaunas bus

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