How to travel from Madrid to Vilnius, Lithuania

The distance between Madrid and Vilnius is around 2,794km (1,736 miles) and the quickest way to get there is to fly which takes around 5h 40m.

5 routes found

We've found 5 different ways to get from Madrid to Vilnius by plane, train, bus and car. The recommended routes, which include information on duration, ticket price, and level of difficulty, can be found below.

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Fly

Fly from Madrid (MAD) to Vilnius (VNO).

  • Duration5h 40m
  • Flight time5hrs
  • Typical cost
    €165($165)
Operated byRyanair+ 6 others
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Bus

Take the bus to Lviv and then to Vilnius Central Bus Station.

  • Duration2 days 14h
  • Departsonce a week
  • Typical cost
    €275($275)
Operated by

Multiple bus operators

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Train and Bus

Take the train to Zaragoza-Delicias then take the bus to Lvov and then to Vilnius Central Bus Station.

  • Duration1 day 13h
  • Departstwice a week
  • Typical cost
    €380($380)
Operated by

Multiple operators

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Drive

Drive to Vilnius.

  • Duration1 day 6h
  • Distance3,284km (2,041 miles)
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Frequently asked questionsabout travel between Madrid and Vilnius

There are several options for getting from Madrid to Vilnius by plane, train, bus and car. The cheapest option is to fly which costs around €165 ($165) and will take around 5h 40m.

The distance between Madrid and Vilnius is around 2,794km (1,736 miles). In a direct line (as the crow flies), the distance is 2,661km (1,654 miles)

It takes around 5h 40m to get from Madrid and Vilnius by plane. If you are travelling by car it will take around 1 day 6h to drive there.

The quickest way to get from Madrid to Vilnius is to fly which takes around 5h 40m and will set you back approx €165 ($165).

The cheapest way to travel between Madrid and Vilnius, if you exclude driving, is to fly which will typically cost around €165 ($165) for a standard one-way ticket.

Train travel

There is no train service that runs between Madrid and Vilnius. We recommend that you fly from Madrid (MAD) to Vilnius (VNO). instead which will take 5h 40m.

Bus travel

Yes there is a bus that runs regularly from Madrid and Vilnius. It typically takes around 2 days 14h and departs once a week.

There are no direct bus services that runs from Madrid to Vilnius. However, you can instead can take several connecting buses with changeovers in Lviv. These services run once a week and will take a minimum of 2 days 14h.

Odri and Toks run regular bus services between Madrid and Vilnius. Buses run once a week and take around 2 days 14h on average but will vary depending on you book with.

Flights and Airlines

Yes you can fly from Madrid and Vilnius. Flights depart from Madrid (MAD) and arrive at Vilnius (VNO) - via Beauvais (BVA). The flight takes around 5hrs.

There is no direct flight from Madrid to Vilnius. There is however a flight that goes via Beauvais (BVA). This services will take at least 5h 40m (not including layover time).

The flight from Madrid to Vilnius typically takes around 5hrs. Flights depart from Madrid (MAD) and and arrive into Vilnius (VNO).

The closest major airport to Vilnius is Vilnius Airport (VNO) (VNO) which is approximately 5km (3 miles) from Vilnius. Kaunas Airport (KUN) (KUN) and Palanga International Airport (PLQ) (PLQ) are also nearby and might be a better alternative airport depending on where you are flying from.

Drive yourself

Yes it is possible to drive from Madrid and Vilnius. The distance is around 3,284km (2,041 miles) by road and it will take around 1 day 6h in normal traffic conditons.

If you don't have a car, the easiest way to get from Madrid to Vilnius is to fly which takes, on average, 5h 40m and will usually cost around €165 ($165).

How do I get from Madrid to Vilnius

Compare travel optionsbetween Madrid and Vilnius

Transport options from Madrid to Vilnius
Transport optionDurationCostFrequencyDistance
Fly
5h 40m
€165($165)
every 10 mins2,794km (1,736 miles)
Bus
2 days 14h
€275($275)
once a week4,093km (2,543 miles)
Train and Bus + 1 similar
1 day 13h
€380($380)
twice a week4,045km (2,513 miles)
Train to Barcelona-Sants, bus1 day 13h
€480($480)
4 times a week3,683km (2,288 miles)
Drive
1 day 6h
€600($600)
on demand3,284km (2,041 miles)

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Airports near Vilnius

The following major airports near Vilnius offer regular flights to various popular destinations within Lithuania and internationally.

VNO
Vilnius Airport (VNO)
International Airport
Distance
5km (3 miles) from Vilnius
KUN
Kaunas Airport (KUN)
Domestic Airport
Distance
83km (52 miles) from Vilnius
PLQ
Palanga International Airport (PLQ)
International Airport
Distance
300km (187 miles) from Vilnius