How to Get Around Vilnius: Transport Tips for Visitors

If you're planning a trip to Lithuania’s capital, you might be wondering how to get around Vilnius. It's not a huge city, but knowing how to move from place to place can make your experience a lot smoother.

There are several ways to navigate the city, and the best option really depends on your travel style. Before you arrive, it's helpful to get a sense of what to expect so you can plan ahead and avoid unnecessary confusion.

In this guide, we’ll walk you through what you need to know so you can spend less time figuring things out and more time enjoying your trip.

How to Get Around Vilnius, Lithuania: a Brief Intro

Vilnius, the capital of Lithuania, is a truly unique city that blends historic beauty with quirky art.

Whether you're exploring the charming streets of the city center or heading to the different creative corners, knowing how to get around Riga will make your visit much smoother. With various transportation options available, navigating Lithuania's capital can be both easy and affordable.

There are a few different options to choose from when it comes to Vilnius' transportation, making it accessible for all different types of budgets and travel styles.

Here are the different options for how to get around Vilnius, Lithuania:

• Walking
• Taking public transportation (buses and trolleybuses)
• Ordering taxis
• Using rideshare apps (Bolt or Uber)
• Biking
• Rent a car (or short-term car sharing)
• Riding the Christmas Train (seasonal)

How to Get from the Airport to the City

Being just 7 km away from the airport, you can so easily reach the city of Vilnius both quickly, and cheaply! Know matter which option you choose, you can make it from Vilnius Airport to the city in just 15-20 minutes, and for as little as 1 euro.

Here are the different options for getting from the Vilnius airport to the city center:

 Take the bus

There are direct trips all day and night from the airport to the city, with multiple lines making the trip. Trips are just €1, which can be paid on the bus, and the ride is about 20 minutes. If you arrive between 11:30 pm 5:30 am, you can take Bus 88.

 Take the Train

Trains run directly to and from the airport to the Vilnius Railway Station 16 times per day. The journey takes just 7 minutes, and a ticket costs €0.70, making it the most convenient and affordable option. Tickets can be purchased online, on the train, or at the railway station.

 Take a Taxi or Ride Share

Taxis can be found right outside the airport, and have official rates to abide by. Rides cost between €9-12, and can be paid by cash or credit card, taking around 15 minutes. Uber and Bolt are also available, so you can try these as well.

How to Get Around Vilnius, Lithuania: the Different Options

Now that you know some of the transportation options for how to get around Vilnius, let's dive into each one so that you can understand which of them are the most ideal for each parts of the city.

 How to Get Around Vilnius by Foot

Vilnius is a super walkable city, especially in the historic center and Užupis areas. You can easily experience the top things to do in Vilnius by foot, and we'd honestly encourage it because there are so many hidden treasures to be found walking around! 

As many other European capital cities, there are plenty of pedestrian-only streets, sidewalks, and infrastructure to make it perfectly safe and comfortable to explore Vilnius on foot. With cobblestone streets and some hills though, make sure to wear some comfortable shoes.

We'd also highly recommend doing a free walking tour in Vilnius, so that you're able to see some hidden gems and learn the history behind each corner!

 How to Get Around Vilnius by Public Transport

If you're traveling from one neighborhood to another, or simply can't put any. more steps in, then don't worry! Vilnius has excellent public transportation and actually has one of the newest bus fleets in all of Europe.

Rides can be paid for individually, or you can get a 1-day or 3-day transportation pass, which is great if you are in town for a short time and want to see a lot.

If you download the Trafi app then you will be able to save money on each ride (tickets onboard are €1.50 rather than €1 for example), as well as recieve real-time updates of all public transport and traffic conditions directly to your phone.

*This chart was taken from the Vilnius transportation site in June 2025.

 Getting Around Vilnius by Taxis and Ride Apps

Just like many other cities around the world, you can easily get around Vilnius by taxis by hailing them down or calling them, and on ride-share apps like Bolt, Uber, and E-taxi.

Bolt is typically a bit cheaper than Uber, and taxis can be a bit more expensive - always make sure to have the meter on while in a cab, or at the very least agreeing on a price before you set off.

 Biking and E-Scooters

If the weather is nice, renting bikes or e-scooters is a fun and easy way to get around Vilnius. There are plenty of bike lanes, and the city is overall really bike and scooter friendly.

Bolt not only offers car-sharing, but you can rent a scooter on demand right with their app! Simply pick up any scooter on the street, set up the ride with your app, and you're ready to explore in just minutes!

As for bikes, you can rent a bike for a day in Vilnius, or you can join one of the cool bike tours below!

 Renting a Car in Vilnius

In big European cities we tend not to rent cars as much, unless we're doing a lot of day trips. That being said, there are a couple of options for renting a car, and one that we absolutely love!

While we didn't have time to see anything outside of the old town of Vilnius during our previous visit, next time we definitely plan on exploring the surrounding towns and other locations throughout Lithuania - and a car is perfect for this!

Renting a car is easy, and can be done from the airport or the city itself. However, if you want to be a more eco-friendly traveler and only need a car for a quick trip, then you will absolutely love our next option!

 Renting a Car with City Bee

City Bee may just be one of the most genius apps ever. Have you ever been somewhere and needed a car for a little day trip but don't necessarily want to be bothered with overnight parking and having a car for your entire trip? 

Well, City Bee allows you to rent from a network of cars on demand, and get charged per minute, hour, km, or for a day. They're affordable, easy, and all over the city making this an accessible and sustainable solution to renting a car in Vilnius.

 How to Get Around Vilnius with the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus

While this is not our preferred method of travel, it can be really helpful for those that are traveling with a group and want to see the highlights, or those that have limited mobility. The Hop-On Hop-Off bus stops in all of the tourist highlights around the city, and you can hop on and off whenever you please for the entire day.

Exploring Vilnius with the Christmas Train

Visiting Vilnius in during the holiday season? Each December the city has a small choo-choo train that rides around the old city. If you're traveling with little ones, then this is a great way to see the city in a fun and simple way.

 Day Trips and Regional Transport

Now that you know how to get around. Vilnius, what about exploring outside of it? There are some great day trips from Vilnius you can take both by bus and train.

You can easily experience other popular tourist sites and villages in Lithuania like Trakai, Kaunas, and Klaipeda, or you can venture out of the country to popular cities like Warsaw, Poland, or the nearby capital of Latvia, which is just 4 hours away!

You can purchase bus tickets from Vilnius online or at the central station, and the same goes with purchasing train tickets. Domestic tickets are more frequent and tend to have plenty of space, but for international trips we'd highly recommend getting your tickets in advance.

How to Get Around Vilnius, Lithuania: Tips for Taking Transportation in Vilnius

Now you know how to get around Vilnius in several different ways! Here are a few tips for you to enjoy moving around in the best way.

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How to Get Around Vilnius, Lithuania: FAQ

Now you know all about how to get around Vilnius, but in case you needed any quick answers, here they are!

How to Get Around Vilnius, Lithuania: Final Thoughts

There are lots of fun and affordable options for how to get around Vilnius, Lithuani! Whether you are looking to hop on a scooter, ride on the trolleybuses, or go on a bike tour, there are plenty of fun and easy ways to explore the city without having to spend a lot of time or money.

We'd definitely recommend doing a day of just walking around the old town, and then saving the public transportation for exploring surrounding neighborhoods and nearby villages.

If you'd like to do day trips, then we'd recommend signing up for a tour if you're on your own, or renting a car with City Bee and driving if you are in a bigger group. 

 What's Next?

Now that you know how to get around Vilnius, you'll probably want some other details about visiting! We have a few more articles coming up, but in the meantime, here are a couple of other articles that will help you plan your trip to Lithuania's capital:

 How to Get to Vilnius: All the Travel Options for Visiting Lithuania in 2025

 21 Amazing Things to Do in Vilnius, Lithuania for Every Type of Traveler

...and more coming soon!

So are you ready to go visit the unique capital of Lithuania? We hope our guide for how to get around Vilnius has helped you plan you visit in the best way possible.

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