Lithuania is a Baltic gem offering medieval castles, baroque architecture, and pristine nature. From the UNESCO-listed Old Town of Vilnius to the iconic Trakai Island Castle, Lithuania blends rich history with modern vibrancy and natural beauty.
- Public
- Vilnius has an excellent bus and trolleybus network covering the whole city. Kaunas and Klaipėda have good coverage too. Tickets are cheap (€0.65-1.25) and purchasable by contactless card.
- Taxi
- Bolt and Uber apps work extremely well across all Lithuanian cities with fair metered pricing. Far cheaper than Western Europe and very reliable.
- Rental
- Car rental is excellent value (from €25/day) and highly recommended for exploring national parks, the Curonian Spit, and rural Lithuania not served by public transport.
- Walking
- Vilnius Old Town is very walkable and most key attractions are within 20-30 minutes walk. Cobblestones require good footwear.
Transport at a glance
Airport transfers
Getting from the airport to your accommodation.
- Taxi
- Train to main station - €1.25, 7 minutes
- Shuttle
- Bus 1, 2, 3G, 88 - €1.25 (60 min), every 10-30 min
- Bus
- Taxi to center - €10-15, 15-20 minutes
Local transport
Getting around the city.
Bus
- Vilnius
- Extensive network. Single ticket €1 (driver) or €0.65 (contactless). 60-min ticket €1.25. Day pass €7.50, 3-day €13.50. Operates 05:00-midnight, night buses 22:30-05:30
- Kaunas
- Good coverage. Single ticket €1-1.50. Monthly pass €28-30. Operates 06:00-23:00
- Klaipeda
- Local buses €0.80-1. Operates 06:00-22:00
Alternatives
metro, trolleybus, taxi, bike_rental, scooter
Taxis & rideshare
What to expect from taxis and apps.
- Regular
- €1.30-2
Intercity travel
Getting between cities and regions.
Bus
- Operators
- Lux Express, Ecolines, FlixBus, Simple Express
- Vilnius kaunas
- €6-10, 1.5 hours, every 30 minutes
- Vilnius klaipeda
- €15-20, 3.5-4 hours, every 1-2 hours
- Vilnius riga
- €15-25, 4 hours, multiple daily
- Vilnius tallinn
- €30-45, 9-10 hours, overnight available
- Booking
- autobusubilietai.lt, luxexpress.eu
- Notes
- Cheaper than trains, more frequent, WiFi on most buses
Flights
Routes: Very limited. Palanga-Vilnius occasionally in summer
- Recommendation
- Not necessary - buses and trains adequate for distances
Transportation details
Full breakdown of how to get around.
Airports
Vilnius International Airport
From centre: 7 km south of city center
Options: Train to main station - €1.25, 7 minutes; Bus 1, 2, 3G, 88 - €1.25 (60 min), every 10-30 min; Taxi to center - €10-15, 15-20 minutes; Uber/Bolt - €7-12 to center; Airport shuttle - €20 (pre-book)
Kaunas International Airport
From centre: 14 km northeast of Kaunas center
Options: Bus 29, 120 - €1-1.50, 30-40 minutes; Taxi - €15-20 to Kaunas center; Transfer to Vilnius - €50-70 (100 km)
Palanga International Airport
From centre: 25 km from Klaipėda
Options: Bus to Klaipėda - €3-4, 45 minutes; Bus to Palanga - €2, 15 minutes; Taxi to Klaipėda - €25-30
Useful apps
Download before you arrive.
Bolt
Best for taxis across all Lithuanian cities and e-scooter rental. Very affordable with upfront pricing.
Trafi
Real-time Vilnius public transport schedules, trip planning, and mobile ticket purchase for buses and trolleybuses
Uber
Available in Vilnius and Kaunas as an alternative to Bolt; comparable pricing
LTG Link (traukiniobilietas.lt)
Official Lithuanian Railways app for booking intercity and regional train tickets; advance booking discounts available
autobusubilietai.lt
Central bus ticket platform for booking intercity coaches from all major operators including Lux Express and Ecolines
Transport tips
Travel smarter, not harder.
Download Bolt app before arrival — it's the best taxi app in Lithuania with transparent pricing and English interface
Vilnius Airport to city center by train takes just 7 minutes and costs €1.25 — the fastest and cheapest option
Purchase a Trafi or M.Ticket app for contactless public transport payment in Vilnius — saves time and is cheaper than cash tickets
For Trakai day trip, the train is faster (35 min) and more reliable than the bus — book at traukiniobilietas.lt
Car rental is essential for visiting Aukštaitija National Park, Žemaitija National Park, and the Hill of Crosses
E-scooters (Bolt, Tuul, CityBee) are cheap and fun for short hops around Vilnius — unlock fee €1 then €0.15-0.25/min
Intercity buses often faster than trains for Vilnius-Kaunas; Lux Express offers premium seats with WiFi and power outlets