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Transport Guide

Vilnius Airport to City Centre – All Options

Train, bus 88, Bolt or taxi — choose the best option for your budget and schedule.

Comparison: All Ways from the Airport

Distance to Old Town: ~7 km. Journey time depends on traffic and conditions.

MethodDurationPrice
🚆 Train7–8 min€0,90
🚌 Bus 88~15–20 min€1,00–€1,25
🚌 Bus 3G / night bus N8Depends on route and traffic€1,00–€1,25
🚕 Bolt~10–15 minCheck the app quote
🚗 Car rental~10–20 minCheck rental quote

Journey times are approximate and depend on traffic and your destination. Check LTG Link and JUDU for tickets, ltglink.lt and stops.lt for departures. Taxi and rental quotes are separate.

Train from the Airport

Up to 8 minutes by train to Vilnius Railway Station.

Duration
7–8 min
Price
€0,90
The train between Vilnius Airport and Vilnius Railway Station costs €0.90. Buy a ticket on LTG Link online or in the app, at a ticket machine or Perlas terminal, or on the train.
Frequency
Check LTG Link for departures on your travel date.
City stop
Vilnius Railway Station — Old Town walkable ~15 min

How to take the train

  1. 1.Follow Train signs from Arrivals to the Oro uostas railway stop.
  2. 2.The airport describes a walk of about 2 minutes; stairs and a lift provide access to the stop.
  3. 3.No advance ticket needed — buy on board from the conductor.
  4. 4.Exit at Vilnius — that is the central railway station.

Trains do not run around the clock. Check LTG Link for the first and last departure on your travel date. The N8 night bus connects the airport with the city every night; check JUDU for its departure times.

Train from Vilnius Airport to city centre
Timetable may change — verify before travel. LTG Link
Luggage
LTG Link luggage size, weight and item limits apply; check them before travelling.
LTG Link: Luggage

Source: ltglink.lt · vilnius-airport.lt · Timetable may change — verify before travel.

Bus 88

Direct link from the airport to Old Town and the business district

Duration
~15–20 min
Price
€1,00–€1,25
A 30-minute ticket costs €1.00 and a 60-minute ticket €1.25. Contactless bank-card payment buys the €1.25 60-minute ticket.
Frequency
Check stops.lt for departures and frequency for your day and direction.
Airport stop
Oro uostas city-bus stop; follow the public-transport signs.
Final stop
Airport – city centre – Europos aikštė; choose your exact stop on stops.lt.

How to take bus 88

  1. 1.Follow signs to the Oro uostas city-bus stop and check the bus number and direction.
  2. 2.Tap a contactless bank card on the validator to buy and activate a 60-minute ticket for €1.25, or buy a ticket in the app (€1.00 for 30 min; €1.25 for 60 min).
  3. 3.Choose your stop in the stops.lt route planner using your destination address.

Main stops

Airport – city centre – Europos aikštė; choose your exact stop on stops.lt.

Check stops.lt for departures and frequency for your day and direction.

Source: JUDU

Payment tip: A Vilniecio kortele card (sold at Narvesen kiosks in the airport) can be used for tickets costing €1.00 for 30 min or €1.25 for 60 min. A contactless bank-card tap buys the 60-minute ticket for €1.25.
Bus 88 from Vilnius Airport to city centre

Express bus 3G

Express route: airport – city centre – Šeškinė – Perkūnkiemis.

Duration
Depends on route and traffic
Price
€1,00–€1,25
Frequency
Check stops.lt for current times.
Route
Airport → city centre → Šeškinė → Perkūnkiemis (check stops.lt for stops and direction).

3G is an express route, not a night bus. JUDU lists it via the centre and Šeškinė to Perkūnkiemis; check stops.lt for departures.

Also: night bus N8: JUDU lists N8 as a daily night service linking the airport, Naujininkai, the railway station and the centre. At weekends it runs to the Islandijos stop. Check the departures for your direction before travelling.

JUDU: N8 · Check the current timetable

Bolt, Uber and Taxis

Fastest option with luggage or for a group

Bolt / Uber (recommended)

To city centre (Vaizganto St)Check the app quote
To Cathedral Square (Old Town)Check the app quote
Journey time~10–15 min
The Bolt app shows the exact fare before you confirm — recommended for all international visitors.

Official airport taxi

To the bus station (airport estimate)About €16 daytime / €19 night*
To Cathedral Square (Old Town)About €22 daytime / €26 night*
PaymentCard or cash

* Estimates, not fixed fares: payment is based on the meter. Check the vehicle's tariff and ask for a receipt. The higher tariff also applies at weekends and on public holidays.

Source: vilnius-airport.lt

Where to find them at the airport

Bolt zone — next to intercity bus stops at the terminal
Official taxi rank — outside the Arrivals exit
Taxi and Bolt from Vilnius Airport to the city

Car rental

The airport lists rental partners and their contact details.

Enterprise
Europcar
Sixt
Hertz
Carwiz
Confirm the desk location, opening hours and pickup with your chosen operator.
Compare the total price, insurance, deposit and pickup conditions before booking.
Drive on the right in Lithuania; city speed limit is 50 km/h.

Source: vilnius-airport.lt

Practical Tips

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Can I pay by card on the bus?

Yes. Tapping a contactless bank card or phone on the validator buys and activates a 60-minute ticket for €1.25. A 30-minute ticket costs €1.00 in the JUDU system.

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Will a large suitcase fit?

On bus 88 yes, but can be tight at peak times. The train has more luggage room. For 2+ large bags, Bolt is more comfortable.

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How to get to the city at night?

N8 is the airport night bus and runs every night; 3G is an express route, not a night bus. Check JUDU for bus departures and LTG Link for trains on your travel date. Bolt is another option.

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How to get back to the airport from the city?

Plan a new route to Oro uostas on stops.lt for the return: stops and directions may differ from your arrival journey. Trains leave from Vilnius Railway Station; check LTG Link for departures.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take from Vilnius Airport to the city centre?+
The train takes up to 8 minutes to Vilnius Railway Station; you then need to walk or connect to your address. Bus, taxi and total journey times depend on your chosen stop, traffic and final destination.
How much is the bus from Vilnius Airport?+
A 30-minute ticket costs €1.00 and a 60-minute ticket €1.25. Contactless bank-card payment buys the €1.25 60-minute ticket.
Is there a night bus from Vilnius Airport to the city?+
Yes. JUDU lists N8 as a daily night bus connecting the airport with the city. 3G is an express route, not a night bus. Check JUDU for specific bus departures and LTG Link for the first and last train on your travel date.
How much does Bolt cost from Vilnius Airport?+
There is no fixed Bolt fare: the app quote depends on destination, demand and vehicle category. Check the current quote before booking.
Where is the train stop at Vilnius Airport?+
Follow signs from Arrivals to the Oro uostas railway stop. The airport describes a walk of about 2 minutes, with stairs and a lift.
Is there car rental at Vilnius Airport?+
Yes. The airport lists partners including Enterprise, Europcar, Sixt, Hertz and Carwiz. Confirm the desk location, opening hours and pickup with the operator.

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