Getting around Lithuania
Europe
From Europe ✈️
Direct flight from Paris
Yes
Duration
2h45 direct
Indicative round-trip price
60-220 EUR A/R
Book
1-3 months ahead
Recommended airlines
Local transport
Bus
A dense and cheap intercity network (Vilnius-Kaunas ~1h30). Tickets on Autobusubilietai.lt.
Train
Comfortable Vilnius-Kaunas-Klaipeda lines run by LTG Link, moderately priced and scenic.
Taxi
Bolt dominates, very cheap. Avoid unbooked street taxis.
Metro
No metro. Vilnius runs on buses and trolleybuses (1 EUR ticket via Trafi, 24h pass 3 EUR).
Essential apps
Common routes and indicative prices
| From | To | Mode | Duration | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vilnius | Kaunas | Train / bus | 1h10-1h30 | 5-8 EUR |
| Vilnius | Trakai | Train / bus | 35-40 min | 2-3 EUR |
| Vilnius | Klaipeda | Train | 4h | 16-25 EUR |
| Klaipeda | Nida | Ferry + bus | 1h | 5-8 EUR |
Indicative prices for 2025-2026. Fares vary by season, demand and how far ahead you book.
Vehicle rental 🛵
Scooter / Motorbike
15-30 EUR / day
Category B licence
Car
25-45 EUR / day
French licence accepted
International permit : Not required (French license accepted)
Transport scams to know ⚠️
Unofficial taxi
Drivers stationed at Vilnius airport and station who inflate the ride.
Tip :Order a Bolt or take the airport-to-centre train for 0.72 EUR.
Rigged meter
The odd street taxi with a vague per-km fare.
Tip :Go for apps or a price agreed in advance.
Practical tips
- Buy a 72h pass for 5 EUR for Vilnius transport via the Trafi app.
- The airport-to-central-station train in Vilnius costs 0.72 EUR and takes 7 minutes.
- Cash isn't accepted on the buses: buy your ticket beforehand via app or kiosk.
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