How to travel from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg

Travel between Vilnius, Lithuania and Saint-Petersburg, Russia is: Restricted.

Can travelers from Lithuania enter Russia?

International entry is allowed at this time for: Entry is restricted for citizens and permanent residents of Lithuania.

Are there rules for self-quarantine when arriving to Saint-Petersburg from Vilnius?

Conditions of entry into Russia:

• Negative COVID-19 test issued at most 2 days before arrival
• Health screen upon arrival. Those showing symptoms will be asked to self-quarantine

Are there COVID-19 safety rules for social distancing and wearing face masks in Saint-Petersburg, Russia?

To reduce the spread of COVID-19, the government of Russia has imposed the following measures:

• Physical distance requirement: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face mask requirement: Mandatory

This information was last checked on 5/25/22. As this information can change due to the nature of the pandemic, make sure to review the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations   for your journey between Vilnius and Saint-Petersburg.

The current restriction level for returning to Vilnius, Lithuania from Russia is: Restricted.

Am I allowed to reenter Vilnius, Lithuania from Saint-Petersburg, Russia?

Reentering Lithuania is currently allowed for: Entry is restricted for citizens and permanent residents of Russia

Do I need to self-quarantine when I arrive back to Vilnius from Saint-Petersburg?

• No quarantine required
• No COVID-19 testing required

Which rules do I need to follow in Vilnius, Lithuania regarding COVID-19?

All travelers returning to Lithuania must observe the following safety measures to reduce the spread of COVID-19 in the country:

• Physical distance: 1.5 metre (s) (5 feet)
• Face masks: Mandatory

The information above was last checked on 5/23/22. We do our best to keep this information up-to-date, but regulations can change due to the nature of the coronavirus pandemic, so please double check the latest COVID-19 travel safety regulations ahead of your trip back to Vilnius from Saint-Petersburg here.

There are 2 ways that you can travel to Saint-Petersburg from Vilnius. You can take a bus or flight.

The cheapest way to go to Saint-Petersburg from Vilnius is by taking a bus, which costs on average $65 (€58).

This is compared to other ways of getting to Saint-Petersburg:

Taking a bus is about $68 (€61) less than taking a flight, which costs on average $133 (€119) for this journey.

The quickest way to travel between Vilnius and Saint-Petersburg is by flight, which takes on average 3 h 30 min   compared to other travel options that may take you longer to get to your destination:

In comparison, getting to Saint-Petersburg by bus can take on average 16 h 20 min.

The Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg distance is around 407 miles (657 km).

These are the most popular departure and arrival points when traveling from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg:

• Most travelers take a bus from Vilnius, Autobusų Stotis to Санкт-Петербург (St. Petersburg), ul. Babushkina.
• Most travelers catch their flight from Vilnius International Airport and arrive in Saint Petersburg Pulkovo Airport.

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

• Travel with Lux Express for buses to Saint-Petersburg. If you’re looking for a good deal on tickets, check for Lux Express Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg tickets on Omio for $65 (€58).
• Nordic regional airlines oy can take you to Saint-Petersburg by plane. If searching for a good deal on flights, you can find tickets for nordic regional airlines oy from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg for $133 (€119).

When planning your trip from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg, it’s good to keep in mind what tickets to purchase and their prices in the next 7 days:

• Bus tickets are costing $65 (€58) one way on average.
• Plane tickets are costing $133 (€119) one way on average.

However, we recommend buying tickets from Vilnius to Saint-Petersburg online a few months in advance to get the best deals and save money on your upcoming journey.