Bus Rivne – Kyiv
from 490 ₴when reserved and paid to the driver
4–6 hThe Rivne – Kyiv bus covers about 330 km, takes roughly 4–6 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance. Tickets start at 490 ₴ 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
- 330 km
- Travel time
- 4–6 h
Rivne – Kyiv bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:30Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 40 | 05:00Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. | 3h 30min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 03:00Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 40 Platform 10 | 07:00Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. | 4h | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 03:55Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 08:00Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal) | 4h 5min | daily | ORIONBUS |
| 04:10Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vulytsia Kyivska; budynok 40 | 06:05Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", metro Demiivska; prospekt Nauky; budynok 1/2 | 1h 55min | daily | PAN-BUS |
| 05:05Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 10:00Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal) | 4h 55min | daily | ORIONBUS |
| 06:10Bus Station | 10:40Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 4h 30min | daily | LikeBus |
| 07:00Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 40 Platform 10 | 11:30Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. | 4h 30min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 07:05Zupynka "AZS OKKO", vulytsia Kyivska; budynok 84 | 11:30Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal), metro Vokzalna; vulytsia Symona Petliury; budynok 32 | 4h 25mintransfers: 1 | daily | ЕЛІТ ЕКСПРЕСС ТОВ |
| 08:00Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 40 | 11:55Avtostation "Dachna" prosp. Peremogi, 142 | 3h 55min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 10:20Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 40 Platform 10 | 14:45Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. | 4h 25min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 12:00Avtovokzal, vul. Kyivska, 40 | 17:40Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 5h 40mintransfers: 1 | daily | TocoBUS |
| 13:25Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vulytsia Kyivska; budynok 40 | 19:59Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", metro Demiivska; prospekt Nauky; budynok 1/2 | 6h 34mintransfers: 1 | daily | МУСТАНГ ТРАНС ТОВ |
| 14:59Avtovokzal, vul. Kyivska, 40 | 19:20AC "Dachna", pr-t. Beresteiskyi 142 | 4h 21min | daily | StarWays |
| 16:30Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 40 Platform 10 | 21:30Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. | 5h | daily | Pavluks Trans |
| 18:00Avtovokzal "Rivne №1", vul. Kyivska, 40 | 21:40AS-ZLV, vul. Symona Petliury, 32 | 3h 40min | daily | ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС» |
| 23:55Central Bus Station, Kyivska Street; building 40 | 05:00Kyiv Bus Station (central railway station), Vokzalna metro station; 32, Symona Petliura Street. | 5h 5min | daily | Pavluks Trans |
Cheapest departure in the 15-day sample — Oct 10, from 490 ₴ 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 Rivne – Kyiv route
The Rivne to Kyiv bus covers roughly 330 kilometres in 4 to 6 hours, carrying university students back to the capital, seasonal workers returning from a shift, and travellers heading to relatives or business meetings in Kyiv. The road runs through Zhytomyr region entirely within Ukraine, so no border crossing is involved and a national ID is enough — no foreign passport required. Departures usually leave from Rivne bus station on the Kyiv highway, while arrivals reach terminals near the capital's metro stations, making onward connections simple. Daytime and evening departures let you time your arrival around a transfer or an appointment in Kyiv.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Rivne to Kyiv?
The trip takes between 4 and 6 hours depending on the departure, carrier and traffic. The distance is about 330 kilometres.
Do I need a passport for this route?
No. The route stays within Ukraine and crosses no border, so a Ukrainian passport or ID card is sufficient.
Where does the bus depart from and arrive in Kyiv?
Departures are usually from Rivne bus station, with arrival at Kyiv terminals near metro stations. Check the exact stop in the details of your chosen trip.
Are there night buses from Rivne to Kyiv?
Depending on the date, the schedule may include evening and overnight departures that get you into Kyiv in the morning. Check available times when searching for your travel day.
How much is a Rivne – Kyiv ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 490 ₴ 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 Rivne – Kyiv route?
The typical schedule has up to 16 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 01:30, the last at 23:55. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Rivne – Kyiv route?
Carriers on this route: Pavluks Trans, ORIONBUS, PAN-BUS, LikeBus, ЕЛІТ ЕКСПРЕСС ТОВ, TocoBUS, МУСТАНГ ТРАНС ТОВ, StarWays, ТОВ «ЛЮКС-РЕЙЗЕН БІС». The line-up depends on the travel date.