Bus Lviv – Kharkiv
from 1,400 ₴
14–17 hThe Lviv – Kharkiv bus covers about 1080 km, takes roughly 14–17 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance.
- Distance
- 1080 km
- Travel time
- 14–17 h
Lviv – Kharkiv bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:00Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 17:30AV "Pryvokzalna", Street Kotlyara, 11 | 16h 30mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 03:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 19:30AV "Pryvokzalna", Street Kotlyara, 11 | 16htransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 06:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vulytsia Stryiska; budynok 109 | 22:00Avtostantsiia "Kharkiv-1", prospekt Yuriia Haharina; budynok 22 | 16htransfers: 1 | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | СТЕЦИК Т.В. ФОП |
| 06:45Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 22:50Kharkiv Central Bus Station, No. 1, Gagarina St., 22 | 16h 5mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 09:00zupynka bilia avtovokzalu, navproty kafe Kazka, vul. Stryiska, 109 | 05:20Avtovokzal Kholodna Hora, vulytsia Poltavskyi Shliakh, 149D | 20h 20mintransfers: 1 | daily | TocoBUS |
| 10:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 07:00AV "Pryvokzalna", Street Kotlyara, 11 | 20h 30mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 11:50Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 07:00AV "Pryvokzalna", Street Kotlyara, 11 | 19h 10mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 13:00Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 07:00AV "Pryvokzalna", Street Kotlyara, 11 | 18htransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 13:00Zh/D vokzal, platna parkovka, vul.Chernivetska 21 | 07:30AS, vul. Yevhena Kotliara, 11 | 18h 30mintransfers: 1 | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 14:00KLR Bus Terminal, vul. Sknylivska 10, Sokilnyky | 07:30AS, vul. Yevhena Kotliara, 11 | 17h 30min | daily | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 15:15Avtostantsiia №8, Dvirtseva ploshcha; budynok 1 | 12:45Avtostantsiia "Kharkiv-1", prospekt Yuriia Haharina; budynok 22 | 21h 30min | daily | СЕВЕР-АВТО ТОВ |
| 16:15Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vulytsia Stryiska; budynok 109 | 12:45Avtostantsiia "Kharkiv-1", prospekt Yuriia Haharina; budynok 22 | 20h 30min | daily | СЕВЕР-АВТО ТОВ |
| 20:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 15:10AV "Pryvokzalna", Street Kotlyara, 11 | 18h 40mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 22:15Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 15:10AV "Pryvokzalna", Street Kotlyara, 11 | 16h 55mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 23:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 15:10AV "Pryvokzalna", Street Kotlyara, 11 | 15h 40mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 23:55KLR Bus Terminal, vul. Sknylivska 10, Sokilnyky | 20:20Avtovokzal "Kharkiv №1", prosp. Yuriia Haharina, 22 | 20h 25mintransfers: 1 | Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Sat | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
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 Lviv – Kharkiv route
The Lviv to Kharkiv journey links the western and eastern edges of Ukraine, covering roughly 1,080 kilometres in about 14 to 17 hours depending on the departure and stops along the way. Fares start at around 1,950 UAH, and you settle the full amount upfront by card online in hryvnia, so there is nothing extra to hand the driver during the trip. Passengers on this line are typically students heading to Kharkiv universities, professionals on business trips, and families travelling home after visiting relatives in the Lviv region. Buses usually leave from stations near Lviv's main railway terminal and arrive at one of Kharkiv's central bus stations. Overnight departures are popular, letting you board in the evening and reach Kharkiv by morning.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the bus from Lviv to Kharkiv take?
The trip takes about 14 to 17 hours depending on the specific service, the number of stops, and road conditions. The distance between the cities is over 1,080 kilometres.
How do I pay for the ticket online?
You pay by bank card on the website in hryvnia. The full price is charged at the moment of booking, so there is no need to pay the driver anything during the journey.
Can I travel with luggage?
Yes, a suitcase in the luggage compartment is usually included, and you keep hand baggage with you in the cabin. If you need an extra piece, you can add it while booking the ticket.
Are there overnight buses on this route?
Yes, most buses from Lviv to Kharkiv depart in the evening and arrive in the morning, letting you sleep on board and save a full day. Check the exact departure time in the schedule when booking.
Where does the bus leave in Lviv and arrive in Kharkiv?
Departures are mainly from bus stations near Lviv's main railway terminal, with arrival at one of Kharkiv's bus stations closer to the centre. The exact stop address is shown in your trip details.
How many buses run on the Lviv – Kharkiv route?
The typical schedule has up to 16 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 01:00, the last at 23:55. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Lviv – Kharkiv route?
Carriers on this route: Pavluks Trans, СТЕЦИК Т.В. ФОП, TocoBUS, ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС», СЕВЕР-АВТО ТОВ. The line-up depends on the travel date.