Bus Kyiv – Bucharest
from 3,200 ₴
15–19 hThe Kyiv – Bucharest bus covers about 960 km, takes roughly 15–19 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance.
- Distance
- 960 km
- Travel time
- 15–19 h
Kyiv – Bucharest bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00Pivdennyi vokzal, vykhid (bilia Puzatoi Khaty) | 01:00AZS "Petrom" (Sos. Buc-Urziceni, Tarla 113, Parcela 444 2a, Afumati 077010) | 19h | Mon, Fri, Sun | ВК Тур |
| 07:00vul. Vasylia Lypkivskoho, 14/18 | 01:00Aeroport Henri Coandă T1 (Otopeni) | 18h | Tue, Thu, Sat | «Сонячний Тур» |
| 07:00-AS "Kyiv Tsentralnyi", prospekt Nauky, 1/2, Kyiv, Kyivska oblast, 03039 | 00:50-Afumats AZS "Petrom", Sos. Buc-Urziceni, Tarla 113, Parcela 444 2a, Afumati 077010 | 17h 50min | Tue, Fri, Sun | 3G Bus |
| 07:15AS Dachna, prosp. Beresteiskyi, 142 | 01:00Aeroport Henri Coandă T1 (Otopeni) | 17h 45min | Tue, Thu, Sat | «Сонячний Тур» |
| 07:30-AS"Kyiv ZhD vokzal", vulytsia Symona Petliury, 32, Kyiv, 02000 | 00:50-Afumats AZS "Petrom", Sos. Buc-Urziceni, Tarla 113, Parcela 444 2a, Afumati 077010 | 17h 20min | Tue, Fri, Sun | 3G Bus |
| 09:20Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", metro Demiivska; prospekt Nauky; budynok 1/2 | 05:30Mizhnarodnyi aeroport "Anri Koanda" (sektor D), vulytsia Bukhareshtilor; budynok 224E | 20h 10mintransfers: 1 | daily | АВТОЛАЙН ОДЕСА ТОВ |
| 09:40Zupynka hromadskoho transportu "Metro Teremky" (cherez dorohu mahazyn Fora), prospekt Akademika Hlushkova; budynok 22 | 05:30Mizhnarodnyi aeroport "Anri Koanda" (sektor D), vulytsia Bukhareshtilor; budynok 224E | 19h 50mintransfers: 1 | daily | АВТОЛАЙН ОДЕСА ТОВ |
| 11:00-AS "Kyiv Tsentralnyi", prospekt Nauky, 1/2, Kyiv, Kyivska oblast, 03039 | 08:25-AS "Filaret", Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, București, Rumuniia | 21h 25min | daily | 3G Bus |
| 11:30-AS"Kyiv ZhD vokzal", vulytsia Symona Petliury, 32, Kyiv, 02000 | 08:25-AS "Filaret", Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, București, Rumuniia | 20h 55min | daily | 3G Bus |
| 12:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", metro Demiivska; prospekt Nauky; budynok 1/2 | 07:30Mizhnarodnyi aeroport "Anri Koanda" (sektor D), vulytsia Bukhareshtilor; budynok 224E | 19h 30min | daily | МАКС ТРАНС ЛТД ТОВ |
| 12:30AV "Tsentralnyi" pr-t Nauky, 1/2. | 07:30Avtovokzal Militari vulytsia Valea Cascadelor, 1 | 19htransfers: 1 | daily | LIKEBUS |
| 12:50smt "Hatne" vulytsia Optymistychna, 1, avtobusna zupynka | 07:30Avtovokzal Militari vulytsia Valea Cascadelor, 1 | 18h 40mintransfers: 1 | daily | LIKEBUS |
| 13:30AV "Tsentralnyi" pr-t Nauky, 1/2. | 07:00Aeroport Otopeni vulytsia Bukhureshtilor, 224E, maidanchyk dlia parkuvannia P1 | 17h 30min | daily | LIKEBUS |
| 21:00-AS"Kyiv ZhD vokzal", vulytsia Symona Petliury, 32, Kyiv, 02000 | 17:00-AS "Filaret", Strada Doctor Constantin Istrati 1, București, Rumuniia | 20h | daily | 3G Bus |
| 23:30AV "Tsentralnyi" pr-t Nauky, 1/2. | 22:05Aeroport Otopeni vulytsia Bukhureshtilor, 224E, maidanchyk dlia parkuvannia P1 | 22h 35min | daily | LIKEBUS |
| 23:45smt "Hatne" vulytsia Optymistychna, 1, avtobusna zupynka | 22:05Aeroport Otopeni vulytsia Bukhureshtilor, 224E, maidanchyk dlia parkuvannia P1 | 22h 20min | daily | LIKEBUS |
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-07-21. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Kyiv – Bucharest route
The Kyiv to Bucharest coach covers roughly 960 kilometres and usually takes between 15 and 19 hours, with the final figure shaped by waiting times at the Porubne — Siret crossing on the Ukrainian-Romanian frontier. Most departures leave Kyiv in the evening, so passengers spend the bulk of the journey overnight and reach the Romanian capital the following day. Fares start at around 3500 UAH, and you settle the full amount by card online in hryvnia when you book — there is nothing extra to hand the driver en route. A valid biometric international passport is essential for the border. The route is popular with migrant workers, students enrolled at Romanian universities, families travelling together and tourists. Boarding takes place at central Kyiv bus terminals, with drop-off in the heart of Bucharest.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Kyiv to Bucharest trip take, including the border?
Typically between 15 and 19 hours. The exact duration depends on the queue at the Porubne — Siret crossing on the Ukrainian-Romanian border and traffic along the way.
How do I pay for the ticket, and do I owe the driver anything?
You pay the full price by card online in hryvnia at the moment of booking. There are no extra charges to the driver during the trip or at the border.
What documents do I need to travel to Romania?
A valid biometric international passport is required to cross the border. We recommend checking your passport's expiry date and Romania's current entry rules in advance.
Are there overnight departures on this route?
Yes, most buses leave Kyiv in the evening, so you cover most of the distance overnight and arrive in Bucharest the next day.
Where does the bus depart in Kyiv and arrive in Bucharest?
Boarding is at central Kyiv bus terminals, with drop-off in the centre of Bucharest. The exact addresses and times appear on your ticket after booking.
How many buses run on the Kyiv – Bucharest route?
The typical schedule has up to 15 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 06:00, the last at 23:45. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Kyiv – Bucharest route?
Carriers on this route: ВК Тур, «Сонячний Тур», 3G Bus, АВТОЛАЙН ОДЕСА ТОВ, МАКС ТРАНС ЛТД ТОВ, LIKEBUS. The line-up depends on the travel date.