Driving from Kaunas to Vilnius
Vilnius lies 91 km (57 mi) east of Kaunas, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
Driving takes about 1 h 23 min without stops, over roughly 111 km (69 mi) of road; add breaks, fuel and any border.
| Kaunas | Vilnius | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Lithuania | Lithuania |
| Population | 289,380 | 542,366 |
| Elevation | 96 m (315 ft) | 98 m (322 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Vilnius) | UTC+3 (Europe/Vilnius) |
| Postal codes | 44001–56001 | 01001–27102 |
Where to book car hire from Kaunas to Vilnius
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Staying in Vilnius
Our booking partner lists 992 places to stay in Vilnius. Of the 624 with a star rating, the largest group is 3-star (407), and 6 are five-star. Across 380 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.9 out of 10. Guests have left 403,813 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Vilnius from Kaunas?
91 km (57 mi) in a straight line, east of Kaunas; by road roughly 111 km (69 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kaunas to Vilnius by car?
About 1 h 23 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kaunas and Vilnius?
No, both are on Europe/Vilnius at the moment.
Where can I stay in Vilnius?
Our booking partner lists 992 places to stay in Vilnius, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.