Bus Kyiv – Zhytomyr
from 249 ₴when reserved and paid to the driver
2–3 hThe Kyiv – Zhytomyr bus covers about 140 km, takes roughly 2–3 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance. Tickets start at 249 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver — the exact fare depends on the carrier, the date and the departure time. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
- Distance
- 140 km
- Travel time
- 2–3 h
Kyiv – Zhytomyr bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00metro Demiyivska; Nauky Ave 1/2 | 08:25Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 93 Platform 2 | 2h 25min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 07:50A/c “Kyiv“, bilia zaliznychnoho vokzalu (S. Petliury, 32) platf 11-17 | 09:25Tsentralnyi avtovokzal (vul. Kyivska, 93) | 1h 35min | daily | EuroClub |
| 08:30Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. Platform 4 | 10:25Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 93 Platform 2 | 1h 55min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 09:00Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. Platform 30 | 11:00Stop "Global" shopping mall, Kyivska street; house 77 | 2h | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 10:15pr-t. Beresteiskyi 142, AS "Dachna" | 11:50vul. Kyivska 93, Tsentralnyi avtovokzal "Zhytomyr", platforma №1-2 | 1h 35min | daily | TRANSTEMPO/ТрансТемпо |
| 11:50Дачна АС міська зуп. Перемоги пр. 142 Platform 2 | 13:30Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 93 Platform 2 | 1h 40min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 13:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", metro Demiivska; prospekt Nauky; budynok 1/2 | 15:35Zupynka "AZS WOG", trasa M06 Kyiv-Chop, 127 km | 2h 35mintransfers: 1 | daily | ЕЛІТ ЕКСПРЕСС ТОВ |
| 14:00Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal), metro Vokzalna; vulytsia Symona Petliury; budynok 32 | 15:35Zupynka "AZS WOG", trasa M06 Kyiv-Chop, 127 km | 1h 35mintransfers: 1 | daily | ЕЛІТ ЕКСПРЕСС ТОВ |
| 15:10prospekt Nauky, 1/2 | 17:45AS vul. Kyivska, 93 | 2h 35min | daily | Caznatrans |
| 16:00Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal) | 17:35Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 1h 35min | daily | ORIONBUS |
| 17:20metro Demiyivska; Nauky Ave 1/2 | 20:00Zhytomyr Bus Station, Kyivska St., 93 | 2h 40min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 19:15Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 21:20Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 2h 5min | daily | ORIONBUS |
| 20:30metro Demiyivska; Nauky Ave 1/2 | 22:50Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 93 Platform 2 | 2h 20mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 21:50Zupynka "Avtosalon Avto-Aktyv Infiniti", metro Zhytomyrska; prospekt Peremohy; budynok 134 | 00:10Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vulytsia Kyivska; budynok 93 | 2h 20min | daily | КАРПАТИ ТУР СЕРВІС ТОВ |
| 22:30Zupynka "Avtosalon Avto-Aktyv Infiniti", metro Zhytomyrska; prospekt Peremohy; budynok 134 | 00:50Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vulytsia Kyivska; budynok 93 | 2h 20min | daily | КАРПАТИ ТУР СЕРВІС ТОВ |
| 23:20Дачна АС міська зуп. Перемоги пр. 142 | 00:50Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 93 | 1h 30min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
Cheapest departure in the 15-day sample — Oct 21, from 249 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver.
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-10-05. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Kyiv – Zhytomyr route
The Kyiv to Zhytomyr connection is one of the busiest short hops in Ukraine's Polissia region — roughly 140 kilometres of highway that a coach covers in about two to three hours, depending on departure time and traffic leaving the capital. The route is a daily routine for students heading to Zhytomyr's universities, people on work trips, families travelling for the weekend, and anyone simply going home. Most buses leave from Kyiv stations near western-side metro stops, while in Zhytomyr they arrive close to the central bus terminal, an easy starting point for reaching any neighbourhood across the city.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the bus from Kyiv to Zhytomyr take?
The trip usually takes 2 to 3 hours. The cities are about 140 km apart, and the exact time depends on departure hour and traffic leaving the capital.
How much does a ticket cost and what affects the price?
Prices start at around 300 UAH. The fare can vary by carrier, departure time, and how far in advance you book your seat.
Can I travel with luggage?
Yes, a suitcase or travel bag normally goes in the bus luggage compartment, while you keep hand luggage in the cabin. Baggage conditions are shown during checkout.
Where do buses depart in Kyiv and arrive in Zhytomyr?
Most buses leave from stations on the western side of Kyiv, near metro stops. In Zhytomyr they mainly arrive at the central bus terminal. Check the exact boarding point in the details of your chosen trip.
How much is a Kyiv – Zhytomyr ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 249 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver; the exact fare depends on the carrier and the date. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
How many buses run on the Kyiv – Zhytomyr route?
The typical schedule has up to 16 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 06:00, the last at 23:20. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Kyiv – Zhytomyr route?
Carriers on this route: Pavluks Trans, EuroClub, TRANSTEMPO/ТрансТемпо, ЕЛІТ ЕКСПРЕСС ТОВ, Caznatrans, ORIONBUS, КАРПАТИ ТУР СЕРВІС ТОВ. The line-up depends on the travel date.