What is the cheapest way to get from Riga to Trakai Island Castle?

The cheapest way to get from Riga to Trakai Island Castle is to train which costs $24 - $30 and takes 6h 53m.

What is the fastest way to get from Riga to Trakai Island Castle?

The fastest way to get from Riga to Trakai Island Castle is to drive which takes 3h 39m and costs $50 - $80.

Is there a direct bus between Riga and Trakai Island Castle?

No, there is no direct bus from Riga station to Trakai Island Castle. However, there are services departing from Riga, Bus Station and arriving at Rėkalnis via Trakai. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 24m.

Is there a direct train between Riga and Trakai Island Castle?

No, there is no direct train from Riga to Trakai Island Castle. However, there are services departing from Riga-Pasazieru and arriving at Vilnius via . The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 6h 53m.

How far is it from Riga to Trakai Island Castle?

The distance between Riga and Trakai Island Castle is 321 km. The road distance is 292 km.

How do I travel from Riga to Trakai Island Castle without a car?

The best way to get from Riga to Trakai Island Castle without a car is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $30 - $50.

How long does it take to get from Riga to Trakai Island Castle?

It takes approximately 6h 24m to get from Riga to Trakai Island Castle, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Riga to Trakai Island Castle bus from?

Riga to Trakai Island Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, depart from Riga, Bus Station.

Where do I catch the Riga to Trakai Island Castle train from?

Riga to Trakai Island Castle train services, operated by LTG Link, depart from Riga-Pasazieru station.

Train or bus from Riga to Trakai Island Castle?

The best way to get from Riga to Trakai Island Castle is to bus which takes 6h 24m and costs $30 - $50. Alternatively, you can train, which costs $24 - $30 and takes 6h 53m.

Where does the Riga to Trakai Island Castle bus arrive?

Riga to Trakai Island Castle bus services, operated by FlixBus, arrive at Trakai Bus Station.

Where does the Riga to Trakai Island Castle train arrive?

Riga to Trakai Island Castle train services, operated by LTG Link, arrive at Vilnius station.

Can I drive from Riga to Trakai Island Castle?

Yes, the driving distance between Riga to Trakai Island Castle is 292 km. It takes approximately 3h 39m to drive from Riga to Trakai Island Castle.

Where can I stay near Trakai Island Castle?

There are 1450+ hotels available in Trakai Island Castle.

Riga to Trakai Island Castle - 6 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

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There are 6 ways to get from Riga to Trakai Island Castle by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus
best
1. Take the bus from Riga, Bus Station to Trakai Bus Stationbus 1227
6h 24m
$31–45
Train via Trakai
cheapest
1. Take the train from Rīgas Centrālā stacija to Vilniustrain 891/892
7h 6m
$23–31
Train
1. Take the train from Riga-Pasazieru to Vilniustrain 12
6h 53m
$24–30
Drive 292 km
1. Drive from Riga to Trakai Island Castlecar 292 km
3h 39m
$53–76
Fly, bus
1. Fly from Riga International Airport (RIX) to Vilnius Airport (VNO)plane RIX - VNO
2. Take the bus from Vilniaus autobusų stotis to Trakaibus
5h 49m
$68–199
Bus via Vilniaus autobusų stotis
1. Take the bus from Riga Central Bus Station to Vilnius Central Bus Stationbus Lux Express 1888 / ...
6h 36m
$39–43

Riga International Airport (RIX) to Vilnius Airport (VNO) flights

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Distance: 320.7 km
Duration: 6h 24m

What companies run services between Riga, Latvia and Trakai Island Castle, Lithuania?

FlixBus operates a bus from Riga, Bus Station to Trakai Bus Station once daily. Tickets cost $29–45 and the journey takes 5h 5m. Alternatively, LTG Link operates a train from Riga-Pasazieru to Vilnius twice daily. Tickets cost $19–25 and the journey takes 4h 27m.

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