Route guide

Oslo → Vilnius

1045 km · Norway to Lithuania · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €35+ by bus

How to travel from Oslo to Vilnius

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

🚄Train

€78–228

Duration: 8h 43m

via Vy, LTG Link

~15 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€35–93

Duration: 14h 56m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~29 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€77–245

Duration: 3h 54m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian

~163 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€125–230

Duration: 11h 37m

~178 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1045 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 Norway 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.

Oslo to Vilnius — every option in detail

Oslo to Vilnius by train

Trains link Oslo (Norway) and Vilnius (Lithuania) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 8h 43m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include Vy, LTG Link.

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €78 to €228. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 15 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 163 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~148 kg on this distance.

Oslo to Vilnius by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Oslo and Vilnius with a typical journey of 14h 56m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €35 when booked in advance, rising to €93 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.

Oslo to Vilnius by flight

Flights between Oslo and Vilnius take around 1h in the air, but plan on roughly 3h 54m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Norwegian.

Typical fare range is €77–245. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 163 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Oslo to Vilnius by car

The driving distance from Oslo to Vilnius is approximately 1202 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 11h 37m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €125–230 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Norway–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 178 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Oslo and Vilnius is approximately 1045 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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