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Transportation & Infrastructure Guide in Lithuania

Public transit, airports, and getting around

Lithuania's transportation landscape emphasizes sustainability and connectivity, with reliable public buses, trolleybuses, and trains serving compact cities like Vilnius, Kaunas, and Klaipėda. Strengths include expanding cycling paths, electric scooters, and the transformative Rail Baltica high-speed rail project linking the Baltics to Europe. Challenges involve rural coverage gaps, but modern highways, Klaipėda port, and Vilnius Airport provide robust options for residents and visitors seeking efficient, eco-friendly mobility.
Public Transport
Moderate
Road Infrastructure
Good
Public Transport
7.2/10

Reliable bus and trolleybus networks in Vilnius, Kaunas, and Klaipėda offer frequent, clean service. No metro or trams, but intercity trains connect major hubs efficiently. Rail Baltica will enhance regional links. Good integration via apps; short urban commutes favor walking/biking. Operating hours suit daily needs.

Road Infrastructure
7.5/10

Extensive 21,238 km network, mostly paved, with high-quality A1 highway (311 km) linking Vilnius-Kaunas-Klaipėda at 130 km/h. Modern maintenance, good urban roads, and cycle-friendly designs. Safety features solid; traffic management improving in cities.

Internet Speed
8.2/10

Among EU's fastest broadband at ~250 Mbps average; 90+% 5G coverage with rapid rollout. Extensive fiber in urban areas supports logistics/fintech. Minimal rural-urban gap due to investments.

Avg: 250+ Mbps • Widespread in cities like Vilnius/Kaunas; expanding to rural areas via EU funds

Airport Connectivity
6.8/10

74 airports total, 7 major including Vilnius International with extensive EU/global routes. No major hubs but good regional connections. Klaipėda and Kaunas support domestic/international flights.

Hubs: Vilnius International (VNO)

Transportation Costs

Metro Pass
€29/month (Vilnius)
Bus Trip
€1 single ride
Taxi
€1 start + €0.50/km
High-speed Train
€10-20 Vilnius-Kaunas

Mobile Network

5G Coverage: 90+% coverage, rapid nationwide rollout complete in major cities by 2026
4G Coverage: 99% nationwide from Telia, Bitė, Tele2

Excellent reliability with EU-leading speeds; strong 4G/5G even in rural areas supports seamless connectivity for transport apps and navigation.

Driving License

EU licenses validConversion needed

EU/EEA licenses valid indefinitely. Non-EU licenses valid up to 1 year for residents; IDP recommended but not required for short-term visitors. Conversion to Lithuanian license needed after residency establishment.