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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
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 | Train | зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga | Kaunas Palemonas Train Station | Cheapest | ||||
| Train | зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga | Kaunas Train Station | Fastest | ||||
| Train | зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga | Kaunas Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga | Kaunas Train Station | No tags | ||||
| Train | зал. вокзал, ТЦ "Origo", Riga | Kaunas Train Station | No tags |
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Compare 2 ways to travel from Riga to Kaunas
Among the sustainable travel choices, the Bus stands out as a good way to reach Kaunas. The journey takes about 4 hours 40 minutes and with fares starting at just R 267, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular train stations and stops in Riga and Kaunas?
Riga
- APrāgas iela 1, Latgales priekšpilsēta, Rīga, LV-1050, Latvia
Train Companies
Based on 27 reviews, the company was rated 4.8 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the staff and the timeliness but often complained about the Wi-Fi. Lithuanian Railways ticket prices on this trip start at R 131
Frequently asked questions about travelling from Riga to Kaunas by train
Please note that timetables, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or differ at the time of your trip.
How much is the train ticket from Riga to Kaunas?
The cheapest train tickets from Riga to Kaunas start from R 131. The average price for this train route is around R 666. Busbud recommends booking your tickets in advance for a better chance to secure the lowest possible price.
How long is the train journey from Riga to Kaunas?
The average train journey time from Riga to Kaunas is 5h 21m, covering a distance of 232 km. The quickest train can get you there in 4h 7m and is operated by Lithuanian Railways.
Which train operators serve the Riga to Kaunas route?
Several major train operators run on this route, with 9 trains available per day.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the train from Riga to Kaunas?
The earliest train from Riga to Kaunas departs at 16:30. And the latest train departs at 16:55.
Find cheapest prices for trains
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Riga to Kaunas was searched and found on 02 Apr 2026 with a price of R 514To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your train tickets from Riga to Kaunas as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from R 514 to R 991 for a train ticket from Riga to Kaunas based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at R 514, which is on 2026-04-05.
