Vilnius is one of Europe's cheapest capitals for airport transport. The city center is only 5 km away, and you can get there for under €1 if you want.
Train — the absurdly cheap option
The direct train from the airport to Vilnius Railway Station:
- Price: €0.72
- Journey: 7 minutes, direct
- Frequency: Every 30-60 minutes
- Buy tickets: At the platform machine, online, or via the LTG Link app
- Runs until: About 9-10 PM
From the railway station, the Old Town is a 10-15 minute walk. If you're staying near Gediminas Avenue or the Cathedral, this is unbeatable value.
Bus — still very cheap
Several buses connect the airport to the center:
- Price: €1.00 (e-ticket via Trafi app) or €1.50 (cash to driver)
- Routes: No. 1 (to railway station), No. 2, No. 3G
- Journey: 20-30 minutes
- Frequency: Every 10-20 minutes during the day
Buses are modern and comfortable. Buy a Vilnius transport card or use the Trafi app for e-tickets.
Bolt — the practical choice
Bolt (Lithuania's own ride-hailing company) is what most people use:
| Service | Price to Old Town | Wait |
|---|---|---|
| Bolt Go | €4-6 | 2-5 min |
| Bolt | €5-8 | 2-5 min |
| Bolt XL (van) | €8-12 | 3-8 min |
| Bolt Business | €8-15 | 5-10 min |
Prices vary slightly by time of day. Rush hour (8-9 AM, 5-7 PM) and late Friday/Saturday nights see small surges. But even at peak, it's rarely more than €10 to the center.
Taxi — slightly more expensive
Official taxis from the airport rank:
- To Old Town: €8-12
- Metered — insist on it if the driver quotes a flat price
- Night surcharge: About 20% more after 10 PM
Taxis cost roughly 30-50% more than Bolt for the same trip. The only advantage is no app needed.
Pre-booked transfer
| Vehicle | Price | Capacity |
|---|---|---|
| Economy sedan | €15-20 | 3 pax, 2 bags |
| Comfort sedan | €20-28 | 3 pax, 3 bags |
| Minivan | €25-40 | 6-7 pax, 6 bags |
Honestly, transfers are overpriced for Vilnius given how cheap and efficient Bolt is. They only make sense if you need a child seat, are arriving very late, or have a large group.
Complete comparison
| Transport | Price | Time | Comfort |
|---|---|---|---|
| Train | €0.72 | 7 min + walk | Basic |
| Bus | €1.00-1.50 | 20-30 min | Good |
| Bolt Go | €4-6 | 12-18 min | Good |
| Bolt | €5-8 | 12-18 min | Good |
| Taxi | €8-12 | 12-18 min | Good |
| Transfer | €15-28 | 12-18 min | Premium |
How cheap is Vilnius really?
For context: a Bolt from the airport to the Old Town costs about the same as a single metro ticket in London or Paris. Vilnius transport pricing feels almost unreasonably low by Western European standards. Don't overthink it — take a Bolt and enjoy the savings.