Bus Poltava – Kyiv
from 520 ₴when reserved and paid to the driver
4–6 hThe Poltava – Kyiv bus covers about 340 km, takes roughly 4–6 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance. Tickets start at 520 ₴ 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
- 340 km
- Travel time
- 4–6 h
Poltava – Kyiv bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 00:50Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 | 06:00Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. | 5h 10min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 08:10Bus Station | 12:55Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 4h 45min | daily | LikeBus |
| 08:50Avtovokzal "Poltava", vul. Velykotyrnivska, 7 | 13:10AS-ZLV, vul. Symona Petliury, 32 | 4h 20min | daily | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 09:45Avtovokzal Poltava | 14:50Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal) | 5h 5min | daily | BTA BUS |
| 09:45Avtovokzal Poltava | 14:50Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal) | 5h 5min | daily | Prosto Bus Plus |
| 09:50AS pr. Velykoternivska, 7 | 15:45AS “KYIV” vul. S.Petliury, 32 | 5h 55min | daily | Caznatrans |
| 10:00Avtovokzal Poltava, vulytsia Velykotyrnivska; budynok 7 | 14:30Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal), metro Vokzalna; vulytsia Symona Petliury; budynok 32 | 4h 30min | daily | ВОЛИНЬ ЕКСПРЕС ТОВ |
| 10:15Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 | 15:50Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. | 5h 35min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 10:30Zupynka "MakDonalds", vulytsia Yevropeiska; budynok 187A | 15:30Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal), metro Vokzalna; vulytsia Symona Petliury; budynok 32 | 5htransfers: 1 | daily | ШИРЯЄВ Є.Б. ФОП |
| 10:45Avtovokzal Poltava, vulytsia Velykotyrnivska; budynok 7 | 15:30Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal), metro Vokzalna; vulytsia Symona Petliury; budynok 32 | 4h 45mintransfers: 1 | daily | ШИРЯЄВ Є.Б. ФОП |
| 11:30Zupynka "MakDonalds", vulytsia Yevropeiska; budynok 187A | 16:45Zupynka "Metro Osokorky", prospekt Mykoly Bazhana | 5h 15mintransfers: 1 | daily | ШИРЯЄВ Є.Б. ФОП |
| 11:45Avtobusna zupynka "Avtovokzal", vulttsia Velykotyrnovska; budynok 10/61 | 16:45Zupynka "Metro Osokorky", prospekt Mykoly Bazhana | 5htransfers: 1 | daily | ШИРЯЄВ Є.Б. ФОП |
| 12:25Avtovokzal Poltava, vulytsia Velykotyrnivska; budynok 7 | 17:10Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", metro Demiivska; prospekt Nauky; budynok 1/2 | 4h 45mintransfers: 1 | daily | СЕВЕР-АВТО ТОВ |
| 15:40Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 Platform 2 | 20:50Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. | 5h 10min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 22:50Автовокзал Центральний вул. Великотирнівська, 7 | 05:00Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. | 6h 10min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 23:55Avtovokzal "Poltava", vul. Velykotyrnivska, 7 | 07:00AS-ZLV, vul. Symona Petliury, 32 | 7h 5mintransfers: 1 | Tue, Wed, Fri, Sat, Sun | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
Cheapest departure in the 15-day sample — Oct 15, from 520 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver.
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-09-24. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Poltava – Kyiv route
Travelling by bus from Poltava to Kyiv is a familiar trip for students heading back to the capital, people returning home, or anyone coming to the city for work or to see family. The route covers roughly 340 kilometres and takes between four and six hours, depending on the departure and traffic near Kyiv. Buses usually leave from Poltava's central bus station and arrive at one of Kyiv's main terminals close to a metro stop, making onward travel across the city straightforward. Booking ahead lets you pick your seat and preferred time without queueing at a ticket office.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the bus from Poltava to Kyiv take?
The trip usually takes between 4 and 6 hours. The exact time depends on the specific service and on traffic on the highway and approaching Kyiv.
Where does the bus depart from and arrive?
Buses usually leave from Poltava's bus station and arrive at one of Kyiv's terminals near a metro station (for example the central station at Demiivska or Vydubychi). The exact stop is shown on your ticket.
Are there overnight buses from Poltava to Kyiv?
Yes, the route has daytime as well as evening and overnight departures. You can see all available departure times in the search results for your chosen date.
What documents do I need for the trip?
For the domestic Poltava to Kyiv route you only need a valid ID (passport or ID card) and your ticket. No international passport is required for this trip.
How much is a Poltava – Kyiv ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 520 ₴ 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 Poltava – Kyiv route?
The typical schedule has up to 16 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 00:50, the last at 23:55. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Poltava – Kyiv route?
Carriers on this route: Pavluks Trans, LikeBus, ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС», BTA BUS, Prosto Bus Plus, Caznatrans, ВОЛИНЬ ЕКСПРЕС ТОВ, ШИРЯЄВ Є.Б. ФОП, СЕВЕР-АВТО ТОВ. The line-up depends on the travel date.