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M. K. Čiurlionis National Museum of Art
Lithuania’s leading art museum, known for the works of Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis and major national art collections.
Cheapest price
$32
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
4 h 50 m
Average duration
5 h 20 m
Buses per day
25
Distance
353 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Warsaw to Kaunas is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Warsaw to Kaunas will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $32.
Of the 25 buses that leave Warsaw for Kaunas on Fri, Jun 19, 25 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 353 km distance in an average of 5 h 20 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 4 h 50 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 5 h 40 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.



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EL-20|v446>18921Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Kaunas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $27. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 6h 31m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $27, and a bus costs an average of $20.
Distance: 219 miles (353 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $27 Average price Cheapest | $76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
7h 1m Average total duration Fastest 6h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 3m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw to Kaunas:
A train is $3 (€2) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Warsaw to Kaunas costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Kaunas take longer:
Train takes on average 8h 23m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $76 (€62) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $47 (€38). The journey takes 6h 31m versus 4h 3m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by Lux Express, Ecolines, FlixBus, TOKS, Euroticket, Infobus, PolskiBus, Sindbad, BlaBlaCar, Eurolines Lithuania, Lux Express.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 7h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:40AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:55AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:15AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 7h25 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 7h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:15AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 6h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:35AM | Arrival Time 05:55PM | Duration 6h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 12:50PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:15PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 04:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 5h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $24 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:35PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:55PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 6h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator Eurolines Lithuania | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 02:40PM | Duration 43h40 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Sun | Cheapest price $153 |
Operator BlaBlaCar | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 11:20PM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 6h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:50PM | Arrival Time 01:40AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:55PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 6h35 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 6h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45PM | Arrival Time 03:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $38 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 5h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 4h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 05:50AM | Duration 6h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 6h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator Ecolines | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 05:55AM | Duration 6h05 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $32 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 10:55PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 5h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 11:15PM | Arrival Time 05:45AM | Duration 5h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $42 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 5h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
Operator Lux Express | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 5h31 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $33 |
The table below shows live departures for Warsaw to Kaunas buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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FlixBus | 4:55 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h20 | 12:15 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:15 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 6h00 | 12:15 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 7h25 | 2:35 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:40 AM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 7h15 | 5:55 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:15 AM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h40 | 5:55 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:35 AM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 6h20 | 5:55 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v446>18921 | 12:30 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h30 | 8:00 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v446>18921 | 12:50 PM Warszawa, al. Jana Pawła II (Dworzec Centralny) | 6h10 | 8:00 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v446>18921 | 4:00 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h00 | 11:00 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:15 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h05 | 11:20 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v446>18921 | 4:20 PM Warszawa, al. Jana Pawła II (Dworzec Centralny) | 5h40 | 11:00 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:35 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 5h45 | 11:20 PM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 5:55 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 6h45 | 1:40 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:30 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h10 | 1:40 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:50 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 5h50 | 1:40 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 7:55 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 6h35 | 3:30 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h00 | 3:30 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 5h45 | 3:30 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v446>18921 | 9:30 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 5h10 | 3:40 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v446>18921 | 9:50 PM Warszawa, al. Jana Pawła II (Dworzec Centralny) | 4h50 | 3:40 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h30 | 5:50 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:30 PM Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy | 6h15 | 5:45 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 6h05 | 5:55 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 10:55 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 5h50 | 5:45 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 11:15 PM Warszawa, Metro Marymont 11 | 5h30 | 5:45 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v446>18921 | 11:45 PM Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni | 5h45 | 6:30 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
EL-20|v446>18921 | 11:59 PM Warszawa, al. Jana Pawła II (Dworzec Centralny) | 5h31 | 6:30 AM Kaunas, Coach Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Warsaw to Kaunas run on average 24 times per day, taking around 6h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $20 (€17) if you book in advance.
There are 24 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:40, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 219 miles (353 km) distance in 5h 30m.
Distance 219 miles (353 km) |
Average bus duration 6h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price $20 (€17) |
Buses per day 24 |
Direct buses 24 |
Fastest bus 5h 30m |
First bus 1:40 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sat |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Best time to book 91 days |
Discover the best of Kaunas — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kaunas trip today.
Lithuania’s leading art museum, known for the works of Mikalojus Konstantinas Čiurlionis and major national art collections.
A distinctive museum displaying hundreds of devil-themed artworks and folk objects from Lithuania and abroad.
Powerful memorial museum in a former fortress, documenting repression, war crimes, and Holocaust history in Lithuania.
The main pedestrian boulevard of Kaunas, lined with shops, historic architecture, and everyday city life.
Historic quarter of cobbled streets, churches, courtyards, and classic city landmarks near the rivers’ confluence.
Popular viewpoint overlooking central Kaunas, especially favored for sunset photos and panoramic city views.
Large potato dumplings usually stuffed with minced meat or curd, served with sour cream and bacon sauce. It is one of Lithuania’s most iconic comfort foods.
Cold bright-pink beet soup made with kefir, cucumber, dill, and eggs, usually served with hot potatoes. It is a classic Lithuanian summer dish.
Baked potato pudding, often enriched with milk, eggs, and bacon, with a soft interior and crisp top. A traditional hearty home-style dish in Lithuania.
Contemporary fine dining restaurant recognized for creative seasonal tasting menus and modern Baltic cuisine in a stylish setting.
Established Kaunas restaurant known for refined Lithuanian and European cooking, elegant presentation, and a relaxed old-town atmosphere.
Well-known Lithuanian restaurant serving traditional dishes such as cepelinai, kugelis, and cold beet soup in a cozy folk-style setting.
Generally cheaper than many Western European cities. Dining and transport are good value; hotels vary by season.
Service is often included or modestly priced. Rounding up is common; 5-10% is appreciated in restaurants for good service. Small tips for taxis are optional.
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Kaunas Coach Station, Kaunas -> Laisvės Alėja, Kaunas
Buses from Warsaw to Kaunas operate every day of the week. Services commence running at around 6:15 a.m. The last departure of the day is at approximately 11 p.m. The trip is usually direct, and takes at least 6.5 hours. Bus operators that provide services for the Warsaw to Kaunas route include Infobus, Ecolines and Simple Express. In general, there are around six departures from Monday to Saturday and approximately two departures on Sunday. There are no peak travel fares for this trip.
Buses from Warsaw to Kaunas usually depart from either Zachodnia Bus Station or Centralna Bus Station. Zachodnia Bus Station is situated just west of the city centre. Bus services from the Central Station to Zachodnia Bus Station include route numbers 127, 158 and 517, and night bus route numbers N35 and N85. The journey takes approximately 15 minutes. Taxis may park just outside of the station. Warsaw Centralna Bus Station is centrally located within the city, and shares its site with the rail. At both exits are taxi ranks, and local buses and trams stop along the main road outside.
Kaunas is Lithuania’s second biggest city. It boasts many buildings of historic interest - particularly in the Old Town area. There is the ruins of the 14th century Kaunas Castle, the 19th century Kaunas State Musical Theatre, the 16th century City Hall and the 15th century wax melting furnace. Buses from Warsaw to Kaunas usually terminate at either Kaunas Bus Station or at the temporary bus station – which is located at the intersection of Gedimino and Griunvaldo streets. This stop is within a short walking distance of Akropolis shopping centre. For onward travel, there are day and night bus services in operation, and taxi ranks are conveniently located close to the station.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Warsaw to Kaunas by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kaunas, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Warsaw to Kaunas buses use the Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni to Kaunas, Autobusų Stotis station pair. Use this guide to compare Warsaw and Kaunas bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni is 3 km from Warsaw city centre. Public transport options include:
Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Polska (in the station), Fast Food Express (in the station), Bistro Warszawa (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and ticket counters.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni.
Available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni: Elevators, ramps.
Warszawa, al. Jana Pawła II (Dworzec Centralny) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Centralna (in the station), Bistro Express (in the station), Pierogi Place (0.5 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the main entrance and in the waiting area.
Ticket office support is available at Warszawa, al. Jana Pawła II (Dworzec Centralny).
Available at Warszawa, al. Jana Pawła II (Dworzec Centralny): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Warszawa, al. Jana Pawła II (Dworzec Centralny): Elevators, ramps.
Kaunas, Autobusų Stotis is 2 km from Kaunas city centre. Public transport options include:
Kaunas, Autobusų Stotis has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria (in the station), Bakery (in the station), Fast-food Outlet (in the station).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Kaunas, Autobusų Stotis.
Available at Kaunas, Autobusų Stotis: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kaunas, Autobusų Stotis: Elevators, ramps.
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