Busbud recommends taking the bus from Kaunas to Riga
Among the sustainable travel choices, the bus stands out as the good way to reach Riga. The journey takes about 4 hours 10 minutes and with fares starting at just $15, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Flixbus is a European bus operator that offers intercity and bus travel in over 38 countries. Known for their easy-to-spot lime green buses and for offering affordable transportation between cities in Europe and the Americas, Flixbus is a good option for those looking for an affordable, reliable bus company. In their buses, you'll find free WiFi, bathrooms, and power outlets. You can also pay extra to choose your seat and get extra legroom, or even buy a snack or drink onboard directly from the driver. You can reschedule your ticket for a small fee, which varies from $1 to $5, depending on how close you are to the departure date.
Based on 143 reviews, the company was rated 3.8 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the departure location and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Ecolines ticket prices on this trip start at $22
Based on 485 reviews, the company was rated 3.9 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the ticket access but often complained with the wifi. Infobus ticket prices on this trip start at $29
Based on 84 reviews, the company was rated 4.3 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the timeliness and the staff but often complained with the power outlets. TOKS Neo ticket prices on this trip start at $19
Based on 6 reviews, the company was rated 2.1 stars on Busbud. Travelers were especially satisfied with the seats and the temperature but often complained with the timeliness. Z-TIME ticket prices on this trip start at $25
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Eksporta iela 3A, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, LatviaSeaport
D - Port: Riga
Eksporta iela 3B, Ziemeļu rajons, Rīga, LV-1010, LatviaPort: Riga
Frequently asked questions for your trip Kaunas - Riga
What is the distance between Kaunas and Riga?
The distance between the two cities is 142 miles (229 km).
What are the departure and arrival stations when taking the bus from Kaunas to Riga?
If you're headed to Riga from Kaunas, chances are that your bus will depart from Autobusų stotis and arrive at Starptautiskā autoosta. These are the main departure and arrival locations on this route, but you could find others that could be a better fit for your travel plans.
What are the best sights and things to do in Riga?
Once in Riga, you can start exploring the city and discover its surroundings. The top sights and things to do are Riga Castle, The Old Town, Riga Cirkus, Latvian Ethnographic Open Air Museum and Dome Square.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
Best price found
09/25
$20
09/26
$20
Today
$19
09/28
$20
09/29
$15
09/30
$14
10/01
$13
10/02
$12
The cheapest trip from Kaunas to Riga was searched and found on Oct 2, 2025 with a price of $12
To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kaunas to Riga, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $12 to $29 for a bus ticket from Kaunas to Riga based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $12 which is on 2025-10-02.
Usually Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
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Bus Travel Tips
Meet and talk to locals at the bus stations while traveling from Kaunas to Riga.There is no better way to get inside travel information while exploring a new city than to go straight to its people.
Start sightseeing the minute your bus leaves the station. If you're on the night bus from Kaunas to Riga, get comfy and count the stars.
Buses are energy-efficient. Carrying a passenger over 100 kms by coach only takes 0.6-0.9 liters of gas. Compare that to the 2.6 liters required by high-speed train, 6.6 liters by airplane and 7.6 liters by gas-powered car, and it's clear that the bus is a more environmentally-conscious option for your bus transportation from Kaunas to Riga.
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Did you know?
Did you know some bus companies in Germany offer to their passenger low-costs snacks and regional beer based on their destination? Prosit!
Did you know there are on average 4,400 intercity bus departures every day in the US only? This number has been growing for 9 years in a row, yay!
The average number of passengers on a coach bus is 32 meaning that a bus could replace a minimum of at least 30 cars!
What's the cheapest way to go from Kaunas to Riga?
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
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Busbud recommends taking the bus from Kaunas to Riga
The cheapest trip from Kaunas to Riga was searched and found on Oct 2, 2025 with a price of $12
The bus is the cheapest travel choice for this destination
