THE SHORT VERSION
Warsaw to Kaunas at a glance.
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Warsaw
Warsaw is Poland's capital and largest coach hub. The main long-distance station is Warszawa Zachodnia; some intercity buses use metro interchanges on the edge of the city.
- Warszawa Zachodnia bus station · Dworzec PKS Warszawa Zachodnia
South side of Zachodnia railway station. - Metro Młociny
North of the city. FlixBus and other services.
Arriving in Kaunas
Ask the seller where the service ends in Kaunas. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Kaunas, the road continues.
12Go's list doesn't include onward buses from Kaunas yet.
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Warsaw from Kaunas by road?+
About 407 km by road (353 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Warsaw to Kaunas take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 4 h 30 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Warsaw?+
It depends on the operator. Main options in Warsaw include Warszawa Zachodnia bus station, Metro Młociny, and many tourist companies collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Kaunas to Warsaw?+
12Go's public route list doesn't include Kaunas to Warsaw as a direct route. You may need to change in another town.
Where does the bus from Warsaw arrive in Kaunas?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Warsaw to Kaunas?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Warsaw to Kaunas bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Do I need my passport on the bus from Warsaw to Kaunas?+
Poland and Lithuania are both in the Schengen area, so there are usually no routine border checks. Carry your passport or national ID card anyway: spot checks happen and operators may ask for ID.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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