How to get to Kyiv from Riga

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from Riga to Kyiv

How to get to Kyiv from Riga by train, bus, flight or ferry.

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The best way to travel from Riga to Kyiv is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • Autolux
    11:0025h10
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    12:10Kyiv, prospekt Akademika Palladina (Київ, проспект Академіка Палладіна)
    £591One-way
    0 changes

Cheapest

  • Autolux
    11:0025h10
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    12:10Kyiv, prospekt Akademika Palladina (Київ, проспект Академіка Палладіна)
    £591One-way
    0 changes

Fastest

  • Sem Bus7465377
    15:5022h40
    Riga
    14:30Kyiv
    £811One-way
    0 changes

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  • Ecolines ·
    18:3027h00
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    21:30Kyiv, prospekt Akademika Palladina (Київ, проспект Академіка Палладіна)
    £591One-way
    1 change
  • Autolux ·
    9:3029h20
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    14:50Kyiv, prospekt Akademika Palladina (Київ, проспект Академіка Палладіна)
    £591One-way
    1 change
  • Ecolines ·
    18:3036h05
    Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta
    6:35Kyiv, prospekt Akademika Palladina (Київ, проспект Академіка Палладіна)
    £591One-way
    1 change

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FAQs: Riga to Kyiv

Travel 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 Riga to Kyiv.

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You can travel between Riga and Kyiv by coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Riga to Kyiv is a coach with an average price of £88.
The fastest way to travel from Riga to Kyiv is by coach with an average journey time of 26h 27m.
The Riga to Kyiv distance is approximately 836 km.
The average frequency per day from Riga to Kyiv is:
  • Around 18 coaches per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Riga and Kyiv as scheduled services by coach can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Riga to Kyiv:
  • Coaches mostly depart from Rīga, Rīgas Starptautiskā Autoosta and arrive in Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал).
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Riga to Kyiv, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ecolines, Infobus, My Way, Autolux, Euroticket, FlixBus, Sem Bus to go to Kyiv by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Riga to Kyiv:
  • 2 direct coaches per day with Infobus, My Way, Autolux, Euroticket, Sem Bus.
Omio customers who travel from Riga to Kyiv often also extend their vacation to go to Warsaw, Berlin, Lviv, Chișinău, Prague. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kyiv and these popular destinations at a great price.
To travel from Riga to Kyiv, you can take a coach.
In Kyiv, visitors can explore Maidan Nezalezhnosti, the city's central square steeped in historical and political significance. Stroll along the picturesque Andriyivskyy Descent, lined with art galleries, shops, and historical landmarks. Khreshchatyk Street offers a bustling atmosphere with shops, cafes, and cultural events. The vibrant Podil district is perfect for experiencing a lively atmosphere with its bars and restaurants. For relaxation, take a boat tour on the Dnipro River to admire panoramic views of the city. Key sights include the Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, known for its ancient caves and stunning architecture, and Saint Sophia's Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage site with impressive mosaics and frescoes. Independence Square, the symbolic heart of Ukrainian independence, the reconstructed medieval Golden Gate, and the towering Motherland Monument are also must-visit attractions.
A visit to Kyiv typically requires 3 to 4 days to explore its main attractions, including historical sites like Kyiv Pechersk Lavra, St. Sophia's Cathedral, and local cultural experiences.

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