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National Museum of Folk Architecture and Life of Ukraine
Open-air museum of traditional Ukrainian life with historic houses, churches and windmills. Excellent for architecture, crafts and relaxed walks.
Cheapest price on 13 Oct
£50
Average ticket price on 13 Oct
£66
Fastest journey on 13 Oct
19 h 20 m
Average journey duration on 13 Oct
19 h 40 m
Buses on 13 Oct
34
Distance
899 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Budapest to Kyiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Budapest to Kyiv will cost around £66 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £50.
On Tue 13 Oct, we found 34 buses from Budapest to Kyiv, including 12 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 899 km distance in an average of 19 h 40 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 19 h 20 m .
The slowest buses will take 19 h 50 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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FlixBusBuses from Budapest to Kyiv run on average 29 times per day, taking around 22h 43m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £1 if you book in advance.
There are 8 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:25, the last at 23:40. The fastest coach covers the 899 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 899 km |
Average bus duration 22h 43m |
Cheapest ticket price £1 |
Buses per day 29 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 6h 40m |
First bus 0:25 |
Last bus 23:40 |
Cheapest Month Feb |
Cheapest Day Wed |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Tue |
Best time to book 35 days |
The table below shows live departures for Budapest to Kyiv coaches for today, Monday 12 October. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 26h00 | 14:00 Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 26h35 | 14:35 Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:00 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 25h35 | 13:35 Dachna Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 25h10 | 13:35 Dachna Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 25h35 | 14:00 Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 11:25 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 26h10 | 14:35 Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 23h15 | 18:20 Dachna Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 23h45 | 18:50 Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 18:05 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 24h20 | 19:25 Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 1 change | |
![]() | 21:00 Budapest | 20h00 | 18:00 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 20h20 | 18:50 Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 19h50 | 18:20 Dachna Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 21:30 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 20h55 | 19:25 Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:30 Budapest | 19h30 | 18:00 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 21:30 Budapest | 19h30 | 18:00 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 19h50 | 18:50 Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 19h20 | 18:20 Dachna Bus Station | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 22:00 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 20h25 | 19:25 Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 13 October | |||||
FlixBus · FlixBus | 0:25 Budapest, Liszt Ferenc Nemzetközi Repülőtér | 27h40 | 5:05 Dachna Bus Station | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 27h50 | 13:35 Dachna Bus Station | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 8:45 Budapest, Keleti Vasútállomás (Kerepesi út) | 28h15 | 14:00 Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 9:15 Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar | 28h15 | 14:30 Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 1 change | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 27h35 | 14:35 Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 27h00 | 14:00 Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 2 changes | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 10:00 Budapest, Kelenföld Vasútállomás | 26h35 | 13:35 Dachna Bus Station | 2 changes | |
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Discover the best of Kyiv — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kyiv trip today.
Open-air museum of traditional Ukrainian life with historic houses, churches and windmills. Excellent for architecture, crafts and relaxed walks.
Leading art museum with Ukrainian painting, sculpture and icons from different periods. A strong choice for understanding the country’s visual culture.
Museum covering the Chornobyl disaster through documents, objects and personal stories. Thoughtful, informative and one of Kyiv’s most distinctive museums.
Historic street linking the Upper Town and Podil, lined with galleries, shops and notable architecture. One of Kyiv’s classic walking routes.
Central square that has shaped many major events in modern Ukraine. Important for civic history and a natural starting point for city exploration.
Tree-lined main street with grand buildings, shops and public spaces. Best visited on foot to absorb central Kyiv’s scale and energy.
Beetroot soup usually made with meat stock and served with sour cream. It is a staple across Ukraine and strongly associated with home-style Kyiv cooking.
Chicken fillet wrapped around chilled herb butter, then breaded and fried. This rich cutlet is one of Kyiv’s most famous dishes.
Soft dumplings traditionally filled with potato, cabbage or curd cheese and served with butter or sour cream. A beloved everyday Ukrainian comfort food.
Popular traditional venue serving Ukrainian classics in a lively, rustic atmosphere inspired by village hospitality.
Well-known restaurant for contemporary Ukrainian cuisine, tasting menus and polished service in a smart setting.
Stylish modern Ukrainian restaurant known for refined local dishes and an elegant central Kyiv setting.
Kyiv is budget-friendly for many travellers, with low dining and local transport costs and generally cheaper stays than in many European capitals.
Tipping is appreciated but not compulsory. In restaurants, leave 5-10% for good service. Round up in cafés and for taxis, or add a small amount via app or cash.
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Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" -> Maidan Nezalezhnosti, Kyiv
The most popular day trips by bus from Kyiv are Bila Tserkva, Zhytomyr, Chernihiv and Pereiaslav. Find out what you can do in these day trip destinations and how to book your bus from Kyiv on Omio.

Bila Tserkva is a historic city on the Ros River, known above all for the vast Oleksandriia park. Its mix of green spaces, Orthodox heritage and everyday provincial life gives it a calmer character than nearby Kyiv.
There are 13 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:00, the last at 20:00. The fastest coach covers the 78 km distance in 25m.

Zhytomyr is a green north-western Ukrainian city known for the Sergei Korolev Museum and striking granite river scenery. Broad avenues, parks and historic churches give it a calm, provincial feel.
There are 95 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:50, the last at 23:00. The fastest coach covers the 133 km distance in 1h 0m.

Chernihiv is one of Ukraine’s oldest cities, known for medieval churches and monasteries from the Kyivan Rus era. Its green riverside setting and spacious streets give it a calm character shaped by deep history.
There are 89 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 04:30, the last at 21:20. The fastest coach covers the 128 km distance in 1h 35m.

Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Budapest to Kyiv by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kyiv, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Budapest to Kyiv buses use the Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar to Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") station pair, with some services arriving at Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал). Use this guide to compare Budapest and Kyiv bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar is 5 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Cafeteria Népliget (in the station), Gulyás Tér (0.5 km), Pesti Burger (0.7 km).
Free Wi-Fi. ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar.
Available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Népliget Autóbusz-Pályaudvar: Elevators, ramps.
Budapest, Mexikói Út M is 4 km from Budapest city centre. Public transport options include:
Budapest, Mexikói Út M has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M. ATMs are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Ticket office support is available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M.
Available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Budapest, Mexikói Út M: Station is accessible for wheelchair users.
Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") is 2 km from Kyiv city centre. Public transport options include:
Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Small eateries and coffee shops present.
Free Wi-Fi is available inside the station. ATMs are aTMs located within the station premises.
Ticket office support is available at Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ").
Available at Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ"): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ"): The station is accessible for people with disabilities.
Kyiv, Avtostantsiya Dachna (Київ, Автостанція Дачна) is 12 km from Kyiv city centre. Public transport options include:
Kyiv, Avtostantsiya Dachna (Київ, Автостанція Дачна) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Snack bars available
Wi-Fi is available at Kyiv, Avtostantsiya Dachna (Київ, Автостанція Дачна). ATMs are located near the entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Kyiv, Avtostantsiya Dachna (Київ, Автостанція Дачна).
Available at Kyiv, Avtostantsiya Dachna (Київ, Автостанція Дачна): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kyiv, Avtostantsiya Dachna (Київ, Автостанція Дачна): Wheelchair ramps available.
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