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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
£9
Average price
£14
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
3 h 57 m
Buses per day
61
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.
Of the 61 buses that leave Poltava for Kyiv every day 61 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 3 h 57 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 prices starting from £7. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 20m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £7, and a train costs an average of £49.
Distance: 302 km
Most popular Coach | Train |
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£8 Average Price Cheapest | £49 Average Price |
5h 7m Average total duration 4h 37m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 50m Average total duration Fastest 4h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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The table below shows live departures for Poltava to Kyiv coaches for today, Monday 3 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:10 Poltava | 5h20 | 13:30 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Poltava | 5h20 | 13:30 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Poltava | 4h20 | 12:30 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Poltava | 5h40 | 13:50 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Poltava | 4h20 | 12:30 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 8:10 Poltava | 5h40 | 13:50 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 8:10 Poltava | 5h40 | 13:50 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 9:25 Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) | 3h40 | 13:05 Vydubychi Station | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 10:15 Poltava | 5h35 | 15:50 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 11:20 Poltava, Avtotrasa | 4h40 | 16:00 Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 changesdirect | |
7313945 | 10:40 Poltava | 4h20 | 15:00 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 10:55 Poltava | 5h00 | 15:55 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
7307577 | 11:00 Poltava | 3h50 | 14:50 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 11:45 Poltava | 4h31 | 16:16 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 11:45 Poltava | 4h30 | 16:15 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
7316496 | 11:45 Poltava | 5h00 | 16:45 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 11:50 Poltava | 4h55 | 16:45 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 11:51 Poltava | 4h28 | 16:19 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 12:00 Poltava | 4h40 | 16:40 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 12:01 Poltava | 4h44 | 16:45 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 13:00 Poltava | 6h05 | 19:05 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 14:10 Poltava | 5h30 | 19:40 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
7284013 | 14:15 Poltava | 4h55 | 19:10 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 14:15 Poltava | 5h15 | 19:30 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:55 Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) | 4h10 | 20:05 Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 0 changesdirect | |
FlixBus | 15:55 Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) | 4h40 | 20:35 Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 15:40 Poltava | 5h10 | 20:50 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 15:55 Poltava | 4h30 | 20:25 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 15:55 Poltava | 4h44 | 20:39 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
7325109 | 16:15 Poltava | 5h15 | 21:30 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
![]() | 22:50 Poltava | 6h10 | 5:00 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 23:30 Poltava | 7h20 | 6:50 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
| Tuesday 4 August | |||||
7507б03 | 0:30 Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) | 5h15 | 5:45 Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 3 August | |||||
0 | 23:55 Poltava | 5h50 | 5:45 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
7150976 | 23:59 Poltava | 5h31 | 5:30 Kyiv | 0 changesdirect | |
7150976 | 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 | |
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Buses from Poltava to Kyiv run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 32 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 37m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 32 |
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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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.
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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, Vokzalna Ploshcha (Київ, Вокзальна Площа). 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.
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