Lithuania 1.5 h
Trakai Island Castle
The 14th-15th century red-brick seat of the Grand Dukes of Lithuania on Lake Galvė, 28 km before Vilnius. Try kibinai, the Karaim pastries, for lunch.
Optional stop1.5 h for €50, or €37 per hour
Vilnius to Riga by private car, past Trakai, the Hill of Crosses and Rundāle Palace
From your hotel in Vilnius to your door in Riga, with the island castle of Trakai, the Hill of Crosses and the Baroque Rundāle Palace along the way. One fixed price for the whole car.
Full Day 7 stops to choose from Both directions, same price
From €415 per vehicle including one sightseeing stop
The direct road from Vilnius to Riga takes about three and a half hours, but the best sights of Lithuania and southern Latvia lie almost on the way, so a private car turns the transfer into one of the best days of a Baltic trip.
Start with Trakai, the red-brick island castle 30 minutes west of Vilnius. Further north, the Hill of Crosses near Šiauliai holds more than 100,000 crosses and is unlike anything else in Europe. Just across the border in Latvia, Rundāle Palace, built by the architect of the Winter Palace in St Petersburg, and Bauska Castle round off the day before Riga.
You choose the stops and how long to stay at each. One stop is included in the price; the others are added in the booking form, and the driver plans the timing so you reach Riga before evening.
Price per vehicle
| Class | Vehicles | Passengers | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Standard Car | Volvo V60, Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 3 | from €415 |
| Standard Van | Opel Zafira Life | 7 | from €485 |
| Premium Van | Mercedes-Benz V-Class | 6 | from €655 |
| Large Van | Mercedes-Benz Sprinter | 19 | On request |
The price is for the whole vehicle with its driver, not per person. Each trip includes at least one sightseeing stop; the prices above include the shortest one (€35). Longer or extra stops are added at their own price. For the Large Van, ask for a price on WhatsApp or +371 28 348 000 - book at least 3 days ahead.
This is a day trip: the driver stays with you at the stops for extra hours. Just a direct transfer without stops? From €345 per vehicle - get the price in the booking form.
Stops on the way from Vilnius to Riga
Choose at least one stop when you book, and how long to stay. The driver waits with the car and your luggage.
- Start · VilniusPickup at your hotel or apartment in Vilnius, the railway station or Vilnius Airport.
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Lithuania 1-1.5 hEuropos Parkas
An open-air museum of modern sculpture in a pine forest just north of Vilnius, close to the geographical centre of Europe. More than 100 works, including pieces by Sol LeWitt and Magdalena Abakanowicz.
Optional stop€37 per hour - 33 photos · swipe
Lithuania 1 hKernavė
Five grassy hillforts above the Neris valley, where Lithuania’s first capital stood in the Middle Ages. A UNESCO World Heritage site, 35 km before Vilnius.
Optional stop€37 per hour - 42 photos · swipe
Lithuania 45 minHill of Crosses
North of Šiauliai, well over 100,000 crosses. The Soviet authorities bulldozed the hill several times, and each time people brought the crosses back.
Optional stop€37 per hour - 52 photos · swipe
Latvia 1.5-2 hRundāle Palace
Rastrelli’s Baroque residence for the Dukes of Courland, with the rococo White Hall, the Gold Hall and a French garden with more than 2,000 roses.
Optional stop1.5 h for €50, or €35 per hour - 63 photos · swipe
Latvia 1 hMežotne Palace
A classicist palace from 1802 above the Lielupe river, a few kilometres from Rundāle. The domed hall and the English-style park are quieter than its famous neighbour.
Optional stop€37 per hour - 72 photos · swipe
Latvia 45 min-1 hBauska Castle
Two castles on one ridge where the Mūsa and Mēmele rivers meet: the ruined Livonian Order fortress and the Dukes’ residence, now a museum with a tower you can climb.
Optional stop€37 per hour - Destination · RigaDrop-off at your address in Riga: a hotel in the Old Town, an apartment or Riga Airport.
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Vehicle
- Large Van Mercedes-Benz Sprinter · up to 19 per vehiclePrice on request: Ask us for a price on WhatsApp or +371 28 348 000. Book at least 3 days ahead.
Choose your stops
Total for the tripfrom €415Whole vehicle with driver, VAT included.
Choose at least one stop.
You add the date, pickup address and contact details on the next step.
What travellers say about this route
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The driver, VJ, was very good. He gave us lot’s of information on Latvia and Lithuania during the drive as well as suggestions on what to do once we arrive in Riga
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Arturs is a professional driver. Excellent!
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Andris was such a friendly driver and seemed to enjoy talking about all the historical and contemporary subjects we brought up concerning his country and the country to which we were traveling. That and his sense of humor made the trip go by much…
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Edgar was prompt and professional. He was waiting for us at 7:30am after driving from Riga to Vilnius. He made many accommodations to stop at specialty locations on our list. He even offered other suggestions for to visit during our trip and at our…
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Wonderful – Driver was very professional, nice and helpful.
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Thank you, we were more than happy. Andris was punctual and helpful.
Questions about this trip
How much is the Vilnius to Riga day trip?
From €415 per vehicle in a Standard Car (up to 3 passengers), €485 in a 7-seat van and €655 in the Mercedes-Benz V-Class. The price is for the whole car, not per person, and includes one sightseeing stop, and the driver stays with you at the stops. A direct transfer without stops costs from €345 - see the booking form on our home page.
How long does it take to drive from Vilnius to Riga?
About 3 hours 30 minutes for 295 km on the direct road. With Trakai, the Hill of Crosses and Rundāle Palace, plan a full day of 9-10 hours.
Do the drivers speak English?
Yes. All our drivers speak English, and many also speak Russian and Latvian.
Is there a border control between Lithuania and Latvia?
Both countries are in the Schengen Area, so there is normally no passport check. Please still carry your passport.
Is tipping expected?
Tipping is not expected and is never added to the price. If you were happy with your driver, a tip is appreciated but entirely up to you.
How do we pay?
Online when you book, by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay, in euros, with an instant confirmation by e-mail.
