How to travel from Prague to Vilnius

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Prague to Vilnius

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Prague to Vilnius among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the train, with an average ticket price of $71 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 4h 47m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.9 - 2.2kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $71, while a flight costs an average of $233.

Distance: 556 miles (896 km)

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Driving

$106

Average price

$233

Average price

$71

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Cheapest

$227

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

18h 59m

Average total duration

18h 29m

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30m

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4h 47m

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2h 47m

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2h 0m

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19h 20m

Average total duration

18h 50m

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12h 7m

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0.9 - 2.2kg

CO2 emissions

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2.7 - 5.4kg

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Ecolines

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Air Baltic

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

The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Vilnius is a train with an average price of $71 (€57).

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

A train is $35 (€28) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague to Vilnius costing on average $106 (€85).

A train is $162 (€131) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Vilnius costing on average $233 (€188).

The fastest way to travel from Prague to Vilnius is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Vilnius take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 59m.

Train takes on average 19h 20m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Prague and Vilnius including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Prague to Vilnius among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $106 (€85) compared to roughly $227 (€184) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $122 (€98). The journey takes 18h 29m versus 12h 7m 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.

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.

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from Prague to Vilnius

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

Our recommendation

train

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

  • Leo ExpressLE413-PL · EL-20413
    12:30 PM18h50
    Praha-Libeň
    8:20 AMVilnius
    $491One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • Leo ExpressLE413-PL · EL-20413
    12:30 PM18h50
    Praha-Libeň
    8:20 AMVilnius
    $491One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Wizz AirW61972
    8:10 PM1h40
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    10:50 PMVilnius International Airport
    $1531One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • Leo ExpressLE413-PL · EL-20413
    12:23 PM18h57
    Prague hlavní nádraží
    8:20 AMVilnius
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • Leo ExpressLE413-PL · EL-20413
    12:30 PM19h15
    Praha-Libeň
    8:45 AMVilnius
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • Leo ExpressLE413-PL · EL-20413
    12:23 PM19h22
    Prague hlavní nádraží
    8:45 AMVilnius
    $491One-way
    1 transfer
  • Ecolines ·
    8:05 PM19h20
    Praha, ÚAN Florenc
    4:25 PMVilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)
    $931One-way
    1 transfer
  • Ecolines ·
    8:05 PM19h20
    Praha, ÚAN Florenc
    4:25 PMVilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)
    $931One-way
    1 transfer
  • Ecolines ·
    10:45 AM19h40
    Praha, ÚAN Florenc
    7:25 AMVilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22)
    $931One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air BalticBT482 · BT349
    7:35 PM3h55
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    12:30 AMVilnius International Airport
    $2401One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air BalticBT482 · BT343
    7:35 PM18h00
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    2:35 PMVilnius International Airport
    $2401One-way
    1 transfer
  • Air BalticLX1489 · LX1338
    7:30 PM4h55
    Prague Vaclav Havel Airport
    1:25 AMVilnius International Airport
    $3111One-way
    1 transfer

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FAQs: Travel from Prague 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 Prague to Vilnius.

FAQs
There are 3 options to travel between Prague and Vilnius including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Prague to Vilnius is a train with an average price of $71 (€57).

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

A train is $35 (€28) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Prague to Vilnius costing on average $106 (€85).

A train is $162 (€131) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Prague to Vilnius costing on average $233 (€188).

The fastest way to travel from Prague to Vilnius is by flight with an average journey time of 4h 47m.

Other travel options to Vilnius take longer:

Bus takes on average 18h 59m.

Train takes on average 19h 20m.

The distance from Prague to Vilnius is approximately 556 miles (896 km).
The average frequency per day from Prague to Vilnius is:
  • Around 54 flights per day.
  • Around 46 buses per day.
  • Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Prague 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 Prague to Vilnius:
  • {stationMode_1} mostly depart from Prague Vaclav Havel Airport and arrive in Vilnius International Airport.
  • {stationMode_2} mostly depart from Prague hlavní nádraží and arrive in {arrivalStation_2}.
  • {stationMode_3} mostly depart from Prague, Central Train Station and arrive in Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis (Sodų g. 22).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Prague to Vilnius, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ecolines, FlixBus to go to Vilnius by bus.
  • Travel with ÖBB | Euro City (EC) to go to Vilnius by train.
  • Travel with Air Baltic, Lot Polish Airlines, Lufthansa, Norwegian Air Shuttle, Sas Airways, Wizz Air, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines to go to Vilnius by flight.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Prague to Vilnius:
  • 2 direct buses per day with Ecolines.
Omio customers who travel from Prague to Vilnius often also extend their vacation to go to Minsk, Warsaw, Riga, Tallinn, Berlin. 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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