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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 18 Sept
£9
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
3 h 40 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
4 h 10 m
Buses on 18 Sept
54
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Poltava to Kyiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poltava to Kyiv will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 54 buses from Poltava to Kyiv, including 54 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 4 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
The slowest buses will take 4 h 20 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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Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Poltava to Kyiv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £9 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 4h 16m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £9, while a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 302 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
|---|---|
£9 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
5h 18m Average total duration 4h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 16m Average total duration Fastest 3h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Poltava to Kyiv:
A coach is £40 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Poltava to Kyiv costing on average £49.
Other travel options to Kyiv take longer:
Coach takes on average 4h 48m.
The table below shows live departures for Poltava to Kyiv coaches for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 5:30 Poltava | 5h20 | 10:50 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 6:30 Poltava | 5h20 | 11:50 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 7:15 Poltava | 5h25 | 12:40 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 11:10 Poltava | 5h30 | 16:40 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 12:10 Poltava | 5h30 | 17:40 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 21:59 Poltava | 5h31 | 3:30 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
| Friday 18 September | |||||
0 | 0:15 Poltava | 5h15 | 5:30 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 0:30 Poltava | 5h15 | 5:45 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 0:50 Poltava | 5h10 | 6:00 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 1:20 Poltava | 5h50 | 7:10 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
7431685 | 1:20 Poltava | 6h10 | 7:30 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Poltava to Kyiv run on average 36 times per day, taking around 4h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £8 if you book in advance.
There are 36 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest coach covers the 302 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 302 km |
Average bus duration 4h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price £8 |
Buses per day 36 |
Direct buses 36 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 0:15 |
Last bus 23:55 |
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Open-air museum of traditional Ukrainian life with historic houses, churches and windmills. Excellent for architecture, crafts and relaxed walks.
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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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Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poltava 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 Poltava to Kyiv buses use the Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку to Kyiv (Київ) station pair, with some services arriving at Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ"). Use this guide to compare Poltava and Kyiv bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку. ATMs are available at Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку.
Ticket office support is available at Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку.
Available at Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку: Basic accessibility features available.
Kyiv (Київ) is 2 km from Kyiv city centre. Public transport options include:
Kyiv (Київ) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Food options include: Several food kiosks and cafes available.
Complimentary Wi-Fi available in the waiting area. ATMs are aTMs are located near the main entrance.
Ticket office support is available at Kyiv (Київ).
Available at Kyiv (Київ): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kyiv (Київ): Wheelchair accessible with ramps and lifts.
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.
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