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Chernivtsi Regional Art Museum
Regional art museum in a secession-era building, showing Ukrainian and Bukovinian painting, decorative arts and changing exhibitions.
Cheapest price
£34
Average price
£34
Fastest journey
15 h
Average duration
15 h
Buses per day
1
Distance
644 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Poltava to Chernivtsi is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poltava to Chernivtsi will cost around £34 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £34.
Of the 1 buses that leave Poltava for Chernivtsi every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 644 km distance in an average of 15 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 15 h .
The slowest buses will take 15 h 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.


Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Poltava to Chernivtsi among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from £11. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 15h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £11, and a coach costs an average of £30.
Distance: 644 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£32 Average Price | £19 Average Price Cheapest |
15h 45m Average total duration Fastest 15h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 8m Average total duration 18h 38m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Poltava to Chernivtsi coaches for tomorrow, Tuesday 4 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 11:00 Poltava | 15h00 | 2:00 Chernivtsi | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Poltava to Chernivtsi run on average 3 times per day, taking around 15h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £30 but you can travel from only £11 by train.
There are 2 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 10:00, the last at 21:30. The fastest coach covers the 644 km distance in 15h 0m.
Distance 644 km |
Average bus duration 15h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price £30 |
Buses per day 3 |
Direct buses 2 |
Fastest bus 15h 0m |
First bus 10:00 |
Last bus 21:30 |
Cheapest Month Jun |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jul - Sept |
Discover the best of Chernivtsi — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chernivtsi trip today.
Regional art museum in a secession-era building, showing Ukrainian and Bukovinian painting, decorative arts and changing exhibitions.
Museum presenting the history, folk culture and archaeology of Bukovina through objects, documents and themed displays.
Compact museum exploring Jewish history in Bukovina through documents, photographs and personal stories from the city and region.
Elegant pedestrian street lined with historic buildings, shops and cafés. It is the city’s classic promenade for architecture and people-watching.
Central square framed by landmark buildings, including the town hall. A practical starting point for walks through the historic centre.
Historic square near the theatre, valued for architecture, open views and an easy connection between major central sights.
A Bukovynian maize porridge, often served with bryndza and sour cream. It is a hearty mountain staple shared across western Ukraine and nearby regions.
Bukovynian cabbage rolls stuffed traditionally with rice and minced meat, then baked or stewed. They are a classic festive dish in local homes.
Beetroot soup usually served hot with vegetables and meat broth, often with sour cream. It is a cornerstone of Ukrainian family cooking in Chernivtsi.
Elegant restaurant with Bukovynian and broader Ukrainian cooking in a refined historic atmosphere suited to a longer dinner.
Popular brewery restaurant serving Ukrainian and European dishes with house beer in a lively, casual setting near the centre.
Well-known local spot for hearty Ukrainian fare, grilled dishes and traditional flavours in a relaxed, rustic interior.
Budget-friendly versus many European city breaks. Accommodation, dining and local transport are generally low cost for visitors.
Service is not always included. Tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up in cafés, and round up or add about 5% for taxis.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poltava to Chernivtsi 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 Chernivtsi, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Poltava to Chernivtsi buses use the Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) to Chernivtsi, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Чернівці, Центральний Автовокзал) station pair. Use this guide to compare Poltava and Chernivtsi bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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