Facts about the transport from Riga to Kaunas
| Cheapest Transport | $30 |
| Fastest Transport | 3h 34m |
| Earliest Departure | 3:30 PM |
| Latest Departure | 3:30 PM |
| Departures per day | 1 |
| Distance | 264 kilometers |
| Transport Companies | Baltic Transfers and Tours |
Riga to Kaunas
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Riga to Kaunas Destination Reviews
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Anonymous Route was exhausting. Our trip took +3hours more because we stuck in a traffic. Would be nice if driver have ability to check the rout (waze app showed this traffic jam) and be able to choose different rout.
Riga to Kaunas, Bus Standard AC, Kautra (Kautra), Jul 26, 2023
Riga to Kaunas Schedule
| Type | Operator | Class | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Price | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Standard 3pax | Any time | +3h 34m | $261.74 | |
Taxi | Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver | Minivan 4pax | Any time | +3h 34m | $386.77 | |
Bus | Lux Express | Regular | 02:55 | 09:00 | $22.70 | |
Bus | Z Time Kovelske ATP | Standard AC | 06:15 | 11:40 | $26.05 | |
Bus | Ecolines | Standard AC | 11:30 | 17:35 | $18.04 | |
Bus | Ecolines | Standard AC | 13:00 | 17:30 | $18.04 | |
Bus | Kautra | Standard AC | 15:00 | 19:20 | $25.40 | |
Bus | zzNOT_USE_Eurolines Kautra | Standard AC | 15:00 | 19:20 | $27.78 | |
Bus | Kautra | Standard AC | 15:30 | 19:20 | $25.40 | |
Bus | zzNOT_USE_Eurolines Kautra | Standard AC | 15:30 | 19:20 | $27.78 | |
Bus | Latlayns | Standard AC | 17:00 | 21:30 | $30.51 | |
Bus | Lux Express | Regular | 17:20 | 23:55 | $28.11 | |
Bus | Lux Express | Business | 17:20 | 23:55 | $33.51 | |
Bus | Ecolines | Standard AC | 18:00 | 23:40 | $18.04 | |
Bus | Ecolines | Standard AC | 18:30 | 23:50 | $18.04 | |
Bus | Lux Express | Regular | 18:30 | 01:40 | $24.86 | |
Bus | Lux Express | Regular | 21:30 | 01:40 | $23.78 |
How to get from Riga to Kaunas
Travelling between Riga and Kaunas is possible by Bus and taxi. Taxi guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 29.18 if you go by Bus; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a bus which will set you back mere USD 29.18.
How long does it take to get from Riga to Kaunas?
It can take you anywhere between 4 and 4 hours to travel between Riga and Kaunas depending on the means of transport you choose.
Taxi is the fastest way to travel between Riga and Kaunas. Taxi will bring you to your destination in 3h 34m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 3h 50m to reach Kaunas.
How much does it cost to get from Riga to Kaunas?
Travelling between Riga and Kaunas can be as cheap as USD 29.18 if you opt for a zzNOT_USE_Eurolines Kautra bus and as expensive as USD 29.18 if you buy a zzNOT_USE_Eurolines Kautra Bus ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
How many trips per day are there between Riga and Kaunas ?
- 1 from Riga to Kaunas starting from 15:30 Riga until 15:30 Riga
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Riga to Kaunas.
What mode of transportation is the best one for my route?
Bus
Travelling from Riga to Kaunas overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Companies operating bus routes between Riga and Kaunas
zzNOT_USE_Eurolines Kautra
Taxi
Some travellers consider taxi to be the most convenient form of overland transport thanks to flexible departure times, a possibility to choose the size of the car you need, and a hassle-free door-to-door service.Things to remember: If you are planning to make detours during your trip, discuss it with your driver or service provider in advance as it may affect the price.
Companies offering charters between Riga and Kaunas
Baltic Transfers and Tours, Daytrip private transfer with English speaking driver
What is the most popular transport to get from Riga to Kaunas?
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Bus remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route
- 100% opted for a bus
Transportation from Riga to Kaunas
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Buses$ 29.06
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Taxis$ 302.22
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Trains are not available
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Ferries are not available
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Flights are not available
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Vans are not available