Route guide

Zurich → Vilnius

1419 km · Switzerland to Lithuania · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €44+ by bus

How to travel from Zurich to Vilnius

There are 4 ways to travel between Zurich and Vilnius — compare duration, price and operators below.

🚄Train

€100–295

Duration: 11h 50m

via SBB CFF FFS, LTG Link

~20 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€44–119

Duration: 20h 17m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~40 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€92–290

Duration: 4h 24m

via Ryanair, easyJet, SWISS

~221 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€170–312

Duration: 15h 46m

~241 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

Zurich and Vilnius highlighted among the 50 European cities we cover. Map is schematic, not to scale.

Travel tips for this route

At 1419 km it's a longer journey — overnight stay strongly recommended.
Both train and flight options exist. Trains often beat flights door-to-door under 600 km once you count airport overhead.
This route crosses from Switzerland into Lithuania. Check passport/ID requirements with your operator before booking.
Long-distance coaches (FlixBus and similar) are typically 30–50% cheaper than train, but 2–3× slower.

Zurich to Vilnius — every option in detail

Zurich to Vilnius by train

Trains link Zurich (Switzerland) and Vilnius (Lithuania) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 11h 50m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include SBB CFF FFS, LTG Link.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €100 to €295. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 20 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 221 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~201 kg on this distance.

Zurich to Vilnius by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Zurich and Vilnius with a typical journey of 20h 17m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €44 when booked in advance, rising to €119 for last-minute travel.

Most modern coaches offer Wi-Fi, USB charging and reclining seats. Overnight services exist on longer corridors and can save a hotel night.

Zurich to Vilnius by flight

Flights between Zurich and Vilnius take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 24m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, SWISS.

Typical fare range is €92–290. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 221 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Zurich to Vilnius by car

The driving distance from Zurich to Vilnius is approximately 1632 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 15h 46m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €170–312 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Switzerland–Lithuania border by car is straightforward within the Schengen Area; check current rules with the operator or border authority if either country is outside it.

Climate footprint: approximately 241 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Zurich and Vilnius is approximately 1419 kilometres. Direct or connecting trains link the two cities through the European rail network. Both cities have international airports with regular flight service. Long-distance coaches offer a budget-friendly alternative on this route. Estimates below reflect typical operator schedules and fare ranges; book in advance for the best prices.

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