Poltava to Kyiv train with Ukrainian Railways

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The cheapest and fastest trains from Poltava to Kyiv

Showing times and prices for 06 Nov

Cheapest price

£0

Average price

£6

Fastest journey

3 h 19 m

Average duration

3 h 35 m

Trains per day

5

Distance

302 km

Cheap tickets

The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Poltava to Kyiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.

Fast trains

Of the 5 trains that leave Poltava for Kyiv every day 5 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.

These direct trains cover the 302 km distance in an average of 3 h 35 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 3 h 19 m .

The slowest trains will take 4 h 11 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.

Ukrainian Railways (Intercity trains)
15:503h33
Poltava
19:23Kyiv
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Ukrainian Railways (УЗ)
09:053h24
Poltava
12:29Kyiv
£61One-way
0 changes
Ukrainian Railways (УЗ)
15:483h30
Poltava
19:18Kyiv
£61One-way
0 changes
Ukrainian Railways (УЗ)
16:364h21
Poltava
20:57Kyiv
£61One-way
0 changes
Ukrainian Railways (УЗ)
18:093h19
Poltava
21:28Kyiv
£61One-way
0 changes

Travel Information

Compare train and coach for Poltava to Kyiv

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 train with prices starting from £6. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 4h 14m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £6, and a coach costs an average of £8.

Distance: 302 km

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Coach

£6

Average Price

Cheapest

£9

Average Price

4h 44m

Average total duration

Fastest

4h 14m

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30m

Additional time*

5h 5m

Average total duration

4h 35m

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30m

Additional time*

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Infobus

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Poltava to Kyiv

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Trains from Poltava to Kyiv run on average 8 times per day, taking around 4h 14m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Distance
302 km
Average train duration
4h 14m
Cheapest ticket price
£6
Trains per day
8
Direct trains
8
Fastest train
3h 19m
First train
01:15
Last train
22:20
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information

Train companies: Ukrainian Railways, Ukrainian Railways (УЗ), Ukrainian Railways (Intercity trains) from Poltava to Kyiv trainsUkrainian Railways, Ukrainian Railways (УЗ), Ukrainian Railways (Intercity trains) trains will get you between Poltava and Kyiv from £6. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.

Ukrainian Railways

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 24m
Cheapest Price
£3
Luggage included
Hand baggage up to 36 kg is free, and up to 50 kg is allowed with an additional fee for the excess 14 kg.
Additional luggage
Additional luggage can be transported for an extra payment, increasing the total allowance to 50 kg.
Cancellation Policy
If a trip is canceled by Ukrainian Railways, a 100% refund is provided, excluding a commission fee.
Pregnant on board
Being pregnant on board is allowed on any train.
Amenities on board the train
Food sold onboard
Meals and snacks are available for purchase on board, with hot meals offered on long-distance trains and a cafe service on high-speed trains.
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Ukrainian Railways is implementing the Accessible Railways initiative, purchasing adapted coaches, changing station designs, and offering services like assistants for wheelchair users and tactile guides for visually impaired individuals.
Bikes
Bicycles are allowed on trains, but they must be dismantled and properly packed to fit in luggage compartments.
Pets
Small dogs must be transported in a carrier or crate, and large dogs require the owner to purchase an entire compartment or all seats in a row on Intercity+ trains.
Cabin reservation
First Class (SV) compartments are private with two berths, and Second Class (Kupé) compartments have four berths.

Ukrainian Railways (УЗ)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 19m
Cheapest Price
£6
Ukrainian Railways (УЗ) frequency
7 a day

Ukrainian Railways (Intercity trains)

Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 33m
Ukrainian Railways (Intercity trains) frequency
1 a day

FAQs: Poltava to Kyiv train

FAQs: Travel by train from Poltava to Kyiv easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Poltava to Kyiv.
FAQs
Booking trains from Poltava to Kyiv in advance is advisable, especially during peak travel seasons or for long journeys, to ensure availability and secure better fares.
Yes, there is a direct train between Poltava and Kyiv. The service operates 8 times per day, provided by Ukrainian Railways (УЗ), Ukrainian Railways (Intercity trains).
The train distance from Poltava to Kyiv is 302 km.
The cost of a train ticket from Poltava to Kyiv can vary. The cheapest tickets are usually available from £6, while the average price tends to be around £6.
The train journey from Poltava to Kyiv covers a distance of 302 km and takes approximately 3h 19m. Trains run 8 per day.
The cheapest way to get from Poltava to Kyiv is by train, costing approximately £6.
The first train from Poltava to Kyiv leaves at 1:15.
The last train from Poltava to Kyiv departs at 22:20.
Currently, there is no high-speed train service from Poltava to Kyiv.
Trains from Poltava to Kyiv run approximately 8 times per day.
Yes, you can take the train from Poltava to Kyiv.
There is no night train service from Poltava to Kyiv.
To get from Poltava to Kyiv, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.

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