Bus Lviv – Poltava
from 1,400 ₴
10–12 hThe Lviv – Poltava bus covers about 700 km, takes roughly 10–12 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance.
- Distance
- 700 km
- Travel time
- 10–12 h
Lviv – Poltava bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:00Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 14:40Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 | 13h 40mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 03:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 17:25Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 | 13h 55mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 06:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vulytsia Stryiska; budynok 109 | 19:50Avtovokzal Poltava, vulytsia Velykotyrnivska; budynok 7 | 13h 50mintransfers: 1 | Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | СТЕЦИК Т.В. ФОП |
| 06:45Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 21:20Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 | 14h 35mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 08:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 23:00Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 | 14h 30mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 09:00zupynka bilia avtovokzalu, navproty kafe Kazka, vul. Stryiska, 109 | 19:00Avtovokzal, vul. Velykotyrnivska, 7 | 10htransfers: 2 | daily | TocoBUS |
| 10:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 03:10Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 | 16h 40mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 11:50Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 03:10Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 | 15h 20mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 13:00Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 03:10Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 | 14h 10mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 13:00Zh/D vokzal, platna parkovka, vul.Chernivetska 21 | 05:20Avtovokzal "Poltava", vul. Velykotyrnivska, 7 | 16h 20mintransfers: 1 | daily | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 14:00KLR Bus Terminal, vul. Sknylivska 10, Sokilnyky | 05:20Avtovokzal "Poltava", vul. Velykotyrnivska, 7 | 15h 20min | daily | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 20:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 12:30Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 Platform 2 Platform 2 | 16htransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 22:00Zaliznychnyi vokzal "Tsentralnyi", Dvirtseva ploshcha; budynok 1 | 11:25Avtovokzal Poltava, vulytsia Velykotyrnivska; budynok 7 | 13h 25min | daily | ШИРЯЄВ Є.Б. ФОП |
| 22:15Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 12:30Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 Platform 2 Platform 2 | 14h 15mintransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 23:30Central Railway Station, Dvirtseva Square; building 1 (Paid parking) | 12:30Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 Platform 2 Platform 2 | 13htransfers: 1 | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 23:55KLR Bus Terminal, vul. Sknylivska 10, Sokilnyky | 18:05Avtovokzal "Poltava", vul. Velykotyrnivska, 7 | 18h 10mintransfers: 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 – Poltava route
The Lviv to Poltava route links the cultural heart of western Ukraine with a major city on the left bank of the Dnipro, covering roughly 700 kilometres in about 10 to 12 hours depending on traffic and stops along the way. It is a practical choice for students heading back after a break, people travelling for work, and families crossing the country to visit relatives. Fares start at around 1550 UAH, and you pay by card online in hryvnia: the full amount is charged the moment you book, so there is nothing to settle with the driver during the trip. Buses usually leave from the Lviv bus station or a convenient city stop and arrive at the station in Poltava, within easy reach of the centre. Several daily departures let you pick a daytime or overnight ride.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the trip from Lviv to Poltava take?
On average the journey takes 10 to 12 hours over a distance of about 700 km. The exact time depends on traffic, weather and the number of stops along the route.
How do I pay for the ticket online?
You pay by bank card on the site in hryvnia. The full amount is charged at the moment of booking, so there is no extra payment to the driver during the trip.
Can I travel with luggage?
Yes, a suitcase or travel bag normally goes in the bus luggage compartment, while hand baggage can stay in the cabin. Check the specific carrier's terms for size and weight limits.
Are there overnight and early morning departures?
There are several departures a day, including both overnight and early morning options. Because the ride is long, an overnight bus lets you sleep on the way and arrive in Poltava in the morning.
Where does the bus depart from and where does it arrive?
Departure is usually from the Lviv bus station or a city stop, and arrival is at the bus station in Poltava. From there the city centre is easy to reach by public transport.
How many buses run on the Lviv – Poltava 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 – Poltava route?
Carriers on this route: Pavluks Trans, СТЕЦИК Т.В. ФОП, TocoBUS, ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС», ШИРЯЄВ Є.Б. ФОП. The line-up depends on the travel date.