What is the cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Kaunas?

The cheapest way to get from Helsinki to Kaunas is to bus which costs $60 - $100 and takes 12h 30m.

What is the fastest way to get from Helsinki to Kaunas?

The fastest way to get from Helsinki to Kaunas is to fly and train which takes 6h 24m and costs $90 - $190.

Is there a direct bus between Helsinki and Kaunas?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 and arriving at Kaunas, Bus Station station. Services depart twice daily, and operate every day. The journey takes approximately 12h 30m.

How far is it from Helsinki to Kaunas?

The distance between Helsinki and Kaunas is 673 km.

How do I travel from Helsinki to Kaunas without a car?

The best way to get from Helsinki to Kaunas without a car is to bus which takes 12h 30m and costs $60 - $100.

How long does it take to get from Helsinki to Kaunas?

It takes approximately 7h 27m to get from Helsinki to Kaunas, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Helsinki to Kaunas bus from?

Helsinki to Kaunas bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 station.

Where does the Helsinki to Kaunas bus arrive?

Helsinki to Kaunas bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Kaunas, Bus Station.

How do I get a bus ticket from Helsinki to Kaunas?

Book your Helsinki to Kaunas bus tickets online with Omio and FlixBus.

Where can I stay near Kaunas?

There are 778+ hotels available in Kaunas.

Helsinki to Kaunas - 8 ways to travel via train, plane, car, bus, and ferry

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There are 8 ways to get from Helsinki to Kaunas by plane, car, bus, ferry, or train

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Fly Helsinki Airport to Riga International Airport, car
best
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane HEL - RIX
2. Drive from Riga Airport to Kaunas Airportcar
7h 27m
$109–728
Ferry to Lennart Meri International Airport, fly to Vilnius Airport, train
cheapest
1. Take the ferry from Helsinki Terminal 2 to Tallinnferry
2. Fly from Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL) to Vilnius Airport (VNO)plane TLL - VNO
3. Take the train from Vilnius to Kaunastrain
8h 32m
$53–221
Bus
1. Take the bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Kaunas, Bus Stationbus N1205 / ...
12h 30m
$60–100
Ferry, train
1. Take the ferry from Helsinki Terminal 2 to Tallinnferry
2. Take the train from Tallinn to Kaisiadorystrain 12
14h 1m
$62–93
Ferry, drive
1. Take the ferry from Helsinki to Tallinnferry
2. Drive from Port Of Tallinn (Terminal D) to Kaunascar
10h 13m
$119–186
Fly Helsinki Airport to Vilnius Airport, train
1. Fly from Helsinki Airport (HEL) to Vilnius Airport (VNO)plane HEL - VNO
2. Take the train from Vilnius to Kaunastrain
6h 24m
$92–189
Ferry to Lennart Meri International Airport, fly to Riga International Airport, car
1. Take the ferry from Helsinki Terminal 2 to Tallinnferry
2. Fly from Lennart Meri International Airport (TLL) to Riga International Airport (RIX)plane TLL - RIX
3. Drive from Riga Airport to Kaunas Airportcar
9h 35m
$130–780
Ferry, bus
1. Take the ferry from Helsinki Terminal 2 to Tallinnferry
2. Take the bus from Tallinn Vana Paaskula to Kaunas Central Bus Stationbus Lux Express EL-20
14h 19m
$75–141

Helsinki to Kaunas by bus

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12h 30mAverage Duration

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Distance: 672.9 km
Duration: 7h 27m

What companies run services between Helsinki, Finland and Kaunas, Lithuania?

FlixBus operates a bus from Helsinki, Harbour Terminal 2 to Kaunas, Bus Station twice daily. Tickets cost $60–100 and the journey takes 12h 30m.

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