Navigating Public Transport

Vilnius has buses and trolleybuses. They are distinct! Trolleybuses have the electric antennas. Here is the vocabulary you need.

Key Vocabulary

• Autobusas — Bus
• Troleibusas — Trolleybus
• Stotelė — Bus stop
• Bilietas — Ticket
• Stotis — Station (Train/Main Bus station)
• Oro uostas — Airport

Buying a Ticket

In Vilnius, you typically use an App (m.Ticket / Trafi) or a card (Vilniečio kortelė). Buying from the driver is possible but more expensive and cash-only (sometimes phased out).

• Kur galiu nusipirkti bilietą? (Where can I buy a ticket?)
• Noriu papildyti kortelę. (I want to top up the card - at a kiosk like Narvesen).

Asking for Directions

• Ar šis autobusas važiuoja į centrą? (Does this bus go to the center?)
• Kur man išlipti? (Where should I get off?)
• Kitas sustojimas (Next stop) — Listen for this announcement!

Quick Practice

Reading the electronic sign:

• 1G Stotis — Fast Bus 1 going to the Station.
• 2 Saulėtekis — Trolleybus 2 going to Saulėtekis (University area).

Mini FAQ

Do I need to validate my ticket?

YES. If you have a paper card, touch it to the yellow reader. If you use an app, activate the ticket before getting on. Control (Kelevių kontrolė) is strict!

What is a "mikriukas"?

A minibus. They are less common in central Vilnius now but common in other cities.

Related Resources

• Asking for Help
• Numbers & Time