Where do people depart from and arrive in when traveling from Riga to Kaunas?

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Riga to Kaunas: Buses mostly depart from Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and arrive in Kaunas, Coach Station.

Can I find a direct route between Riga and Kaunas?

Yes, there is a direct route available from Riga to Kaunas: 12 direct buses per day with Ecolines, Infobus, Kautra, Lux Express, FlixBus.

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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Riga to Kaunas among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €19 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 5h 29m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €19, while a bus costs an average of €19.

Distance: 141 miles (228 km)

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Most popular Bus	Driving
€19 Average price Cheapest	€43 Average price (fuel + tolls)
5h 29m Average total duration Fastest 4h 59m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	3h 25m Average total duration (door-to-door)
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The cheapest way to travel from Riga to Kaunas is a bus with an average price of €19.

The fastest way to travel from Riga to Kaunas is by bus with an average journey time of 5h 29m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Riga and Kaunas including taking a train and bus.

We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Riga to Kaunas 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 €19 compared to roughly €43 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about €24. The journey takes 4h 59m versus 3h 25m 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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How to get from Riga to Kaunas by train, bus or flight.

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

FlixBus
9:50 AM4h05
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
1:55 PMKaunas, Coach Station
€161One-way
0 transfers

Cheapest

FlixBus
9:50 AM4h05
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
1:55 PMKaunas, Coach Station
€161One-way
0 transfers

Fastest

M-2335
3:30 PM3h50
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
7:20 PMKaunas, Coach Station
€221One-way
0 transfers

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1:00 PM4h30
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
5:30 PMKaunas, Coach Station
€161One-way
0 transfers
6:30 PM5h20
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
11:50 PMKaunas, Coach Station
€161One-way
0 transfers
11:30 AM6h05
Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
5:35 PMKaunas, Coach Station
€161One-way
0 transfers

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If you want to travel from Riga to Kaunas there are several options available to you. For this route, however, 100,00% of our customers choose the bus as their preferred method of transportation. Nowadays, traveling by bus is a relaxing and entertaining experience. Most bus companies offer different on-board services; ranging from "welcome drinks" to free wi-fi or personal entertainment. For this reason, the bus is often chosen as the best way to get from Riga to Kaunas. Bus companies normally offer comfortable journeys for reasonable prices, and if you choose to travel on a night bus you can even save the money of one night in a hotel. For that reason, the bus is most likely the cheapest way to get to your destination.

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There are 2 options to travel between Riga and Kaunas including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Riga to Kaunas is a bus with an average price of €19.

The fastest way to travel from Riga to Kaunas is by bus with an average journey time of 5h 29m.

The distance from Riga to Kaunas is approximately 141 miles (228 km).

The average frequency per day from Riga to Kaunas is:

Around 12 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Riga to Kaunas:

Buses mostly depart from Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and arrive in Kaunas, Coach Station.

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Riga to Kaunas, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

Travel with Ecolines, Infobus, Kautra, Lux Express, FlixBus to go to Kaunas by bus.

Yes, there is a direct route available from Riga to Kaunas:

12 direct buses per day with Ecolines, Infobus, Kautra, Lux Express, FlixBus.

Omio customers who travel from Riga to Kaunas often also extend their vacation to go to Warsaw, Vilnius, Minsk, Tallinn, Šiauliai. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kaunas and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Kaunas to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

To fully explore Kaunas and its main attractions, such as the Old Town, Kaunas Castle, and the Ninth Fort, plan to spend about 2 to 3 days.

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