How to travel from Budapest to Vilnius

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Budapest to Vilnius

Omio recommends booking the flight as it is the most popular option from Budapest to Vilnius among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $108 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 6h 4m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.3kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $108, while a flight costs an average of $679.

Distance: 565 miles (910 km)

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$679

Average price

$108

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$257

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6h 4m

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4h 4m

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19h 47m

Average total duration

19h 17m

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13h 36m

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2.7 - 5.5kg

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0.9 - 2.3kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Vilnius is a bus with an average price of $108 (€91).

This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Vilnius:

A bus is $571 (€478) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Vilnius costing on average $679 (€569).

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Vilnius is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 4m.

Other travel options to Vilnius take longer:

Bus takes on average 19h 47m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Budapest and Vilnius including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the flight as it is the most popular way to get from Budapest to Vilnius among Omio's users.
Take the flight. It's the quicker way to make this trip, and the time saved usually justifies the slightly higher cost.

You'll arrive about 9h 32m sooner (4h 4m by flight vs 13h 36m by car). Tickets start at around $679 (€569) compared to roughly $257 (€215) in fuel and tolls — a bit more, but you get time back and avoid a long drive.

Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group, want flexibility on timing, or plan to stop en route.

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from Budapest to Vilnius

How to get from Budapest to Vilnius by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Budapest to Vilnius is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:05 PM17h40
    Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    12:45 PMVilnius, Savanorių Prospektas
    $851One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:05 PM17h40
    Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    12:45 PMVilnius, Savanorių Prospektas
    $851One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO534 · LO771
    9:45 AM3h05
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    1:50 PMVilnius International Airport
    $7091One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    6:05 PM17h50
    Budapest, Mexikói Út M
    12:55 PMVilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)
    $851One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM18h00
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    12:45 PMVilnius, Savanorių Prospektas
    $851One-way
    0 transfers
  • FlixBusFlixBus
    5:45 PM18h10
    Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar
    12:55 PMVilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)
    $851One-way
    0 transfers
  • LufthansaLH1337 · LH896
    11:40 AM6h15
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    6:55 PMVilnius International Airport
    $3591One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO538 · LO773
    5:30 PM6h10
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    12:40 AMVilnius International Airport
    $4651One-way
    1 transfer
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO538 · LO779
    5:30 PM3h50
    Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport
    10:20 PMVilnius International Airport
    $4661One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Budapest to Vilnius

Travel to Vilnius easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Budapest to Vilnius.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Budapest and Vilnius including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Budapest to Vilnius is a bus with an average price of $108 (€91).

This is compared to other travel options from Budapest to Vilnius:

A bus is $571 (€478) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Budapest to Vilnius costing on average $679 (€569).

The fastest way to travel from Budapest to Vilnius is by flight with an average journey time of 6h 4m.

Other travel options to Vilnius take longer:

Bus takes on average 19h 47m.

The distance from Budapest to Vilnius is approximately 565 miles (910 km).
The average frequency per day from Budapest to Vilnius is:
  • Around 51 flights per day.
  • Around 33 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Budapest and Vilnius as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Budapest to Vilnius:
  • Flights mostly depart from Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport and arrive in Vilnius International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér and arrive in Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Budapest to Vilnius, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Baltic, Austrian Airlines, Malta Air, Lufthansa, Sas Airways, KLM Cityhopper, CitizenPlane, Brussels Airlines, Finnair, Air France, KLM, Turkish Airlines, British Airways, Ryanair, Buzz, Cityjet to go to Vilnius by flight.
  • Travel with FlixBus to go to Vilnius by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Budapest to Vilnius with the following travel companies:
  • 1 direct flights per day with Wizz Air, CitizenPlane.
  • 3 direct buses per day with FlixBus.
Omio customers who travel from Budapest to Vilnius often also extend their vacation to go to Minsk, Riga, Warsaw, Tallinn, Kaunas. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Vilnius and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Vilnius to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Vilnius, you can relax in Bernardine Gardens, visit the National Museum of Lithuania, and enjoy a performance at the Lithuanian National Opera and Ballet Theatre. For unique experiences, consider a hot air balloon ride over the city or explore the Vilnius TV Tower. Must-see sights include Gediminas' Tower, Vilnius Cathedral, the bohemian district of Užupis, Vilnius Old Town, and the Museum of Occupations and Freedom Fights.
Three to four days are ideal to explore Vilnius, allowing time to visit its historic Old Town, enjoy local cuisine, and explore nearby attractions like Trakai Castle.

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