The cheapest and fastest buses from Poltava to Kyiv
Cheapest price
€11
Average price
€15
Fastest journey
3 h 40 m
Average duration
4 h 4 m
Buses per day
55
Distance
302 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Poltava to Kyiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poltava to Kyiv will cost around €15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €11.
Of the 55 buses that leave Poltava for Kyiv on Fri, May 15, 55 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, May 15 the direct buses cover the 302 km distance in an average of 4 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h 40 m .
On Fri, May 15 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.
02:10 PM5h30Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку7:40 PMKyiv (Київ)€111One-way0 transfers
08:10 AM5h40Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку1:50 PMKyiv (Київ)€121One-way0 transfers
67509399:15 AM5h25Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку2:40 PMKyiv (Київ)€121One-way0 transfers
010:55 AM5h00Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку3:55 PMKyiv (Київ)€121One-way0 transfers
69102554:30 PM5h00Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку9:30 PMKyiv (Київ)€121One-way0 transfers
68611075:00 AM3h40Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку8:40 AMKyiv (Київ)€291One-way0 transfers
011:00 AM3h50Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку2:50 PMKyiv (Київ)€151One-way0 transfers
FlixBus3:55 PM4h10Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал)8:05 PMKyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал)€121One-way0 transfers
694710510:40 AM4h20Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку3:00 PMKyiv (Київ)€151One-way0 transfers
8:10 AM4h20Poltava12:30 PMKyiv€121One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Poltava to Kyiv
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Poltava to Kyiv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €8. 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 bus costs an average of €8, and a train costs an average of €55.
Distance: 302 km
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€9 Average price Cheapest | €55 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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Live departures
Poltava to Kyiv bus times
The table below shows live departures for Poltava to Kyiv buses for today, Thursday, May 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6953054 | 6:00 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h15 | 11:15 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:10 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h40 | 1:50 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Poltava | 5h20 | 1:30 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Poltava | 5h40 | 1:50 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Poltava | 5h20 | 1:30 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Poltava | 5h40 | 1:50 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Poltava | 4h20 | 12:30 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:10 AM Poltava | 4h20 | 12:30 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:15 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h15 | 1:30 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 8:30 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h30 | 2:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 1 transfer | |
0 | 8:30 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h20 | 1:50 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
8081 | 8:50 AM Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) | 4h20 | 1:10 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 transfersDirect | |
6892689 | 9:15 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h25 | 2:40 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6903840 | 9:50 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h55 | 3:45 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6897314 | 10:00 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 4h40 | 2:40 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:15 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h15 | 3:30 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:15 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h35 | 3:50 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6945021 | 10:40 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 4h20 | 3:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6938709 | 11:00 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 3h50 | 2:50 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 12:15 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h15 | 5:30 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 12:25 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h10 | 5:35 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:00 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 6h05 | 7:05 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6942601 | 1:30 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 4h30 | 6:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6947068 | 1:50 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 4h30 | 6:20 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:10 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h30 | 7:40 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:15 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h15 | 7:30 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6909732 | 2:15 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 4h55 | 7:10 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6952580 | 3:00 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h00 | 8:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:40 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h10 | 8:50 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:55 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 4h44 | 8:39 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) | 4h10 | 8:05 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:55 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 4h30 | 8:25 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 3:55 PM Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) | 4h40 | 8:35 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:15 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h15 | 9:30 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:50 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 6h10 | 5:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6943034 | 11:50 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h40 | 5:30 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6934301 | 11:55 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h50 | 5:45 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6945105 | 11:59 PM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h31 | 5:30 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, May 15 | |||||
6945105 | 12:15 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h15 | 5:30 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6927434 | 12:25 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h05 | 5:30 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 12:50 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h10 | 6:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:00 AM Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку | 5h15 | 9:15 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Bus from Poltava to Kyiv
Buses from Poltava to Kyiv run on average 32 times per day, taking around 4h 37m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at €8 if you book in advance.
There are 32 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:15, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 302 km distance in 4h 10m.
Distance 302 km |
Average bus duration 4h 37m |
Cheapest ticket price €8 |
Buses per day 32 |
Direct buses 32 |
Fastest bus 4h 10m |
First bus 12:15 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
Cheapest Month Mar |
Cheapest Day Thu |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 7 days |
Bus providers: Infobus, Autolux, KLR, FlixBus from Poltava to KyivYou can travel by bus between Poltava to Kyiv with Infobus, Autolux, KLR, FlixBus for as low as €8. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
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FAQs: Bus from Poltava to Kyiv
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poltava to Kyiv by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kyiv, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
- FlixBus
- Assistance
- Priority boarding
- Wheelchair-accessible buses.
- KLR
- No refunds are allowed
- changes can be made with a fee if done at least 96 hours before departure.
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
- Autolux
- Orders can be canceled until they are shipped
- if paid, contact within 12 hours, otherwise, it cannot be canceled.
- KLR
- Each passenger is allowed one checked bag with a maximum weight of 20 kg and one personal bag free of charge.
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
- Autolux
- One or two suitcases up to 30 kg (50x50x80 cm for one, 65x30x45 cm for two) and one handbag/backpack up to 5 kg (45x35x20 cm) are allowed.
- KLR
- Additional luggage is subject to extra fees based on weight and size.
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
- Autolux
- Baggage larger than specified dimensions is allowed with carrier's approval.
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
- FlixBus
- Small pets in carriers allowed
- guide dogs travel for free.
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