Route guide

Vilnius → Frankfurt

1232 km · Lithuania to Germany · Fastest: 4h by flight · Cheapest: €40+ by bus

How to travel from Vilnius to Frankfurt

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

🚄Train

€89–262

Duration: 10h 16m

via LTG Link, Deutsche Bahn (ICE)

~17 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚌Bus

€40–106

Duration: 17h 36m

via FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus

~34 kg CO₂ per passenger

✈️Flight

€84–268

Duration: 4h 9m

via Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings

~192 kg CO₂ per passenger

🚗Car

€148–271

Duration: 13h 41m

~209 kg CO₂ per passenger

Where they are on the map

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

Travel tips for this route

At 1232 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 Lithuania into Germany. 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.

Vilnius to Frankfurt — every option in detail

Vilnius to Frankfurt by train

Trains link Vilnius (Lithuania) and Frankfurt (Germany) through the European rail network. Most journeys take around 10h 16m including one or two connections at major hubs.

Operators on this corridor include LTG Link, Deutsche Bahn (ICE).

Train fares are dynamic — typical range is €89 to €262. Advance-purchase tickets (1–2 months ahead) almost always beat walk-up prices.

Climate footprint: about 17 kg CO₂ per passenger by train vs roughly 192 kg by flight — taking the train saves ~175 kg on this distance.

Vilnius to Frankfurt by bus

Long-distance coaches connect Vilnius and Frankfurt with a typical journey of 17h 36m. Buses are usually the slowest mode for this corridor but consistently the cheapest.

Operators include FlixBus, BlaBlaCar Bus.

Fares start from around €40 when booked in advance, rising to €106 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.

Vilnius to Frankfurt by flight

Flights between Vilnius and Frankfurt take around 2h in the air, but plan on roughly 4h 9m door-to-door once you add airport transfers, check-in and security.

Airlines on this route include Ryanair, easyJet, Lufthansa, Eurowings.

Typical fare range is €84–268. Low-cost carriers offer the cheapest base fares but charge separately for bags and seat selection.

Climate footprint: approximately 192 kg CO₂ per passenger for this flight.

Vilnius to Frankfurt by car

The driving distance from Vilnius to Frankfurt is approximately 1417 km. At motorway speeds, plan on around 13h 41m of driving plus stops.

Fuel-only running cost is in the €148–271 range for a typical car. Toll roads may apply, especially in France, Italy, Spain, Austria and Switzerland — budget extra accordingly.

Crossing the Lithuania–Germany 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 209 kg CO₂ per passenger assuming 1.5 occupants per car.

About this route

The distance between Vilnius and Frankfurt is approximately 1232 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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