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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Kyiv to Lviv
Cheapest price on Sep 06
€60
Average ticket price on Sep 06
€72
Fastest journey on Sep 06
6 h 18 m
Average journey duration on Sep 06
6 h 51 m
Trains on Sep 06
5
Distance
468 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Kyiv to Lviv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kyiv to Lviv will cost around €72 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €60.
On Sun, Sep 06, we found 5 trains from Kyiv to Lviv, including 5 direct services.
On Sun, Sep 06 the direct trains cover the 468 km distance in an average of 6 h 51 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 18 m .
On Sun, Sep 06 the slowest trains will take 7 h 59 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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8:05 AM6h20Kyiv2:25 PMLviv€601One-way0 transfers- 11:29 AM6h55Kyiv6:24 PMLviv€601One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 PM6h43Kyiv2:13 AMLviv€601One-way0 transfers
- 11:41 PM7h59Kyiv7:40 AMLviv€601One-way0 transfers
12:33 PM6h18Kyiv6:51 PMLviv€1201One-way0 transfers
- 12:33 PM6h18Kyiv6:51 PMLviv€1201One-way0 transfers
- 8:05 AM6h20Kyiv2:25 PMLviv€601One-way0 transfers
- 7:30 PM6h43Kyiv2:13 AMLviv€601One-way0 transfers
- 11:29 AM6h55Kyiv6:24 PMLviv€601One-way0 transfers
- 11:41 PM7h59Kyiv7:40 AMLviv€601One-way0 transfers
Travel Information
Compare train and bus for Kyiv to Lviv
Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kyiv to Lviv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of €17 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 8h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €17, while a train costs an average of €72.
Distance: 468 km
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| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
€72 Average price | €17 Average price Cheapest | €76 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 1m Average total duration Fastest 7h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 53m Average total duration 8h 23m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 36m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
 Most popular train company |  Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Kyiv to Lviv:
A bus is €55 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kyiv to Lviv costing on average €72.
Other travel options to Lviv take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 23m.
Live departures
Kyiv to Lviv train times
The table below shows live departures for Kyiv to Lviv trains for today, Saturday, September 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:05 AM Kyiv | 6h20 | 2:25 PM Lviv | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:29 AM Kyiv | 6h55 | 6:24 PM Lviv | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 12:33 PM Kyiv | 6h18 | 6:51 PM Lviv | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 7:30 PM Kyiv | 6h43 | 2:13 AM Lviv | 0 transfersDirect | |
| 11:41 PM Kyiv | 7h59 | 7:40 AM Lviv | 0 transfersDirect |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Kyiv to Lviv
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Trains from Kyiv to Lviv run on average 5 times per day, taking around 7h 31m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €60 but you can travel from only €13 by bus.
There are 5 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 08:05, the last at 23:41. The fastest train covers the 468 km distance in 6h 18m.
Distance 468 km |
Average train duration 7h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price €60 |
Trains per day 5 |
Direct trains 5 |
Fastest train 6h 18m |
First train 8:05 AM |
Last train 11:41 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Fri |
Least Busy Day Sun |
Train companies: Ukrainian railways, ÖBB, Ukrainian Railways (UZ) from Kyiv to Lviv trainsUkrainian railways, ÖBB, Ukrainian Railways (UZ) trains will get you between Kyiv and Lviv from €13. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Ukrainian Railways (UZ)
FAQs: Trains from Kyiv to Lviv
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kyiv to Lviv by train. 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 train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Lviv, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
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