Riga to Kaunas Bus

Q: What is the distance between Riga and Kaunas?

The distance between these two places is a total of 267 km.

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 prices of a bus ticket from Riga to Kaunas ranges from €12 to €25.

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

The average number of daily departures is 33. 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 buses 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 do I get from Riga to Kaunas by bus?

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

Q: How can I find out which buses run between Riga to Kaunas?

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

Q: When do the earliest and latest bus leave Riga?

The earliest is at 02:00 and the latest is at 22:55.

Q: Do I have to print my ticket for Riga to Kaunas?

No, you don't have to print your ticket. You can show your QR code to the bus dirver, but keep track of your phone battery.

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Riga to Kaunas Route Summary

Riga to Kaunas bus is a popular way of travelling between Latvia and Lithuania.There are up to 33 daily bus departures available, including 6 night buses. The earliest bus departs from Riga bus station at 02:00h, arriving at Kaunas bus station at 06:30h the same day. While 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 267 km

Average Trip Duration 05h 12min

Total Departures 33

Popular Operators FlixBus, Kautra (Eurolines Lithuania)

Lowest Price €12

Transportation Options Bus

Popular Departures

Below you will find some of the most popular bus 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 20 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Jun

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11:30 Riga Central Bus Station

6h 5min

17:35 Kaunas Central Bus Station

Ecolines

from 17.6 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Jun

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13:00 Riga Central Bus Station

4h 30min

17:30 Kaunas Central Bus Station

Ecolines

from 17.6 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Jun

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17:20 Riga Central Bus Station

6h 35min

23:55 Kaunas Central Bus Station

Lux express

from 18 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Jun

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18:00 Riga Central Bus Station

5h 40min

23:40 Kaunas Central Bus Station

Ecolines

from 17.6 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Jun

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Getting from Riga and Kaunas by bus

The shortest travel distance between Riga and Kaunas is 267 km. The fastest bus 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 toilet. You can book tickets in advance to secure your seat, especially during peak travel times.

Overnight buses

If you want to travel overnight and save money on accommodation or arrive in Kaunas earlier, there are 6 night buses from Riga to Kaunas. The overnight buses 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

21:30 Riga Central Bus Station

4h 10min

01:40 Kaunas Central Bus Station

Lux express

from 18 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 26. Jun

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21:05 Riga

4h 0min

01:05 Kaunas

FlixBus

from 13.48 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 16. Oct

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22:55 Riga

5h 5min

04:00 Kaunas

FlixBus

from 15.48 HRK

M-ticket Best offer on 16. Oct

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Bus companies operating the Riga to Kaunas route

There is a total of 6 bus companies operating the route. These bus companies have been rated 3 times by travelers. Here you can see the list of the most popular bus companies operating the route and their overall rating.

7.1 FlixBus

8.1 Kautra (Eurolines Lithuania)

8.7 Lux express

6.2 Ecolines

LatLines

Kautra (Eurolines Lithuania)

Departure and arrival stations

For more details about Riga or Kaunas bus stations, including general information, and other popular routes, you can check 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

Budget-friendly tickets are listed below, depending on availability.
Adult ticket: €12 (One-Way) or €24 (Return).

Travel reviews for Riga to Kaunas bus

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3 travelers have shared their feedback and reviewed their bus journey from Riga to Kaunas. The average rating is 0. You can read the users' review of the bus company below. These reviews were originally written under our former names, GetByBus and GetByFerry. But don’t worry, it’s all us! Same company, same trusted partners, just with a new vibe as Traveling.com.

8.75 by ANONYMOUS

Kautra (Eurolines Lithuania)

8.75 by ANONYMOUS

Kautra (Eurolines Lithuania)

10 by ANONYMOUS

Kautra (Eurolines Lithuania)

by ANONYMOUS

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Other popular destinations from Kaunas

If you're looking for inspiration as to where to travel next once you've reached Kaunas, here is the list of the most popular travel routes that our clients have previously purchased their tickets for:

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