Travel Information
Plan your journey to EMEC26 in Klaipėda. Below you will find practical information for reaching Klaipėda University and moving around the city with minimal stress.
By Air
The nearest airport for EMEC26 is Palanga International Airport (PLQ), the closest airport to Klaipėda. According to the airport schedule, direct connections include routes such as Copenhagen, London Stansted, and Riga, making Klaipėda straightforward to reach for many international participants.
- Nearest airport: Palanga International Airport (PLQ)
- A practical arrival option for conference guests heading directly to Klaipėda
- Always re-check the live schedule before booking, especially outside peak season
Arriving via Vilnius Airport (VNO)
Vilnius Airport is the most flexible fallback gateway for participants who do not find a convenient flight into Palanga. From VNO, the practical next step is to continue to Klaipėda by direct long-distance coach or by rail using the Vilnius–Klaipėda route published by LTG Link.
- Vilnius Airport offers a broad flight network and is a realistic backup for international arrivals to western Lithuania
- For onward travel, the two most practical choices are direct coach Vilnius–Klaipėda or rail via the published Vilnius–Klaipėda timetable
- Use the live search systems rather than static PDFs when booking, especially if you arrive late in the day
Arriving via Kaunas Airport (KUN)
Kaunas Airport is another strong option for European arrivals, especially for low-cost routes. From KUN, the simplest continuation is usually to Kaunas city and then onward to Klaipėda by direct coach; rail can also work if the train timing is a better match for your arrival.
- Kaunas Airport is a practical arrival point if Palanga flights are limited or expensive on your travel dates
- Direct coach connections between Kaunas and Klaipėda are widely used and easy to search in English
- If you prefer rail, check LTG Link for the best same-day Kaunas connection toward Klaipėda before committing to the route
Arriving via Riga Airport (RIX)
Riga Airport can also work well for Baltic-region and international arrivals. In practice, participants usually either continue onward by coach from Riga toward Lithuania, or combine Riga–Vilnius travel with a second leg onward to Klaipėda. If flight timing aligns, Riga can also be useful as a gateway before continuing to Palanga.
- Riga Airport publishes dedicated transport guidance for reaching the city and onward coach services
- For onward long-distance travel, international coach operators such as Lux Express and ECOLINES are the most useful planning tools to check current Riga connections
- A rail-based alternative is to reach Vilnius first and then continue on the published Vilnius–Klaipėda rail route
Airport Transfers
Public and private transfer options between Palanga Airport and Klaipėda are already available. The most useful scheduled public option is shuttle taxi M31 connecting Klaipėda, Palanga, and Palanga Airport.
- Shuttle taxi M31 links Klaipėda – Palanga – Palanga Airport
- Current published M31 prices: €2.50 by bank card, €3.00 in the app, €4.00 in cash with the driver
- A private minibus transfer to any address within Klaipėda city limits is listed at €15 per seat; pre-booking is available via +370 687 11811
By Train and Coach
Klaipėda is also accessible by Lithuanian rail and intercity coach connections, which is especially useful for participants arriving via Vilnius or Kaunas and can also help those routing via Riga. LTG Link provides ticketing and timetable information in English, while coach aggregators are helpful for direct intercity searches.
- Useful for arrivals through Vilnius or Kaunas, and for split journeys from Riga
- Autobusubilietai clearly lists popular Lithuanian coach routes such as Vilnius–Klaipėda and Kaunas–Klaipėda
- LTG Link publishes the Vilnius–Klaipėda timetable and also international Vilnius–Ryga rail information
- Book or check schedules in advance during busy travel periods
Local Transport in Klaipėda
Klaipėda is compact enough that many central destinations can be combined with short taxi or bus journeys. Public transport is practical for getting between hotels, the university area, and the transport hubs.
- Published Zone 1 city ticket prices include €1.00 with a contactless bank card and €0.70 via app/e-ticket
- Passengers board city buses through the front door and validate tickets on board
- For many conference guests, central accommodation plus short taxi rides to the venue will be the easiest daily routine