Bus Szczecin – Kyiv
from about 3,634 ₴
25–30 hThe Szczecin – Kyiv bus covers about 1480 km, takes roughly 25–30 h, crossing the border at Yahodyn – Dorohusk, Krakivets – Korczowa. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance. Tickets start at roughly 3,634 ₴ for a reservation paid to the driver in local currency — 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
- 1480 km
- Travel time
- 25–30 h
- Border crossing
- Yahodyn – Dorohusk, Krakivets – Korczowa
Szczecin – Kyiv bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07:30Avtovokzal Shchetsyn | 10:00Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal) | 26h 30min | daily | BTA BUS |
| 07:30Avtovokzal Shchetsyn | 09:00Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal) | 25h 30min | daily | Prosto Bus Plus |
| 09:00Avtovokzal, vul.Hrodnytski, 1 | 10:50AV "Tsentralnyi", pr-t Nauky, 1/2 | 25h 50mintransfers: 1 | Tue, Sat | ПП "ЛисАвтоТранс" |
| 09:10DW.PKS Plac Grodnicki, 1 | 11:35AS “KYIV” vul. S.Petliury, 32 | 26h 25min | daily | Caznatrans |
| 10:35Avtovokzal Shchetsyn, ploshcha Hrodnytski; budynok 1 | 08:10Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal), metro Vokzalna; vulytsia Symona Petliury; budynok 32 | 21h 35min | daily | ВОЛИНЬ ЕКСПРЕС ТОВ |
| 11:30Avtovokzal Shchetsyn, ploshcha Hrodnytski; budynok 1 | 11:30Avtostantsiia Kyiv (tsentralnyi zaliznychnyi vokzal), metro Vokzalna; vulytsia Symona Petliury; budynok 32 | 24htransfers: 1 | daily | ЕЛІТ ЕКСПРЕСС ТОВ |
| 13:00Dworzec autobusowy, Plac Grodnycki 1 | 22:00Avtostantsiia "Kyiv", vul. S. Petliury 32 | 33htransfers: 2 | daily | TocoBUS |
| 17:45Avtovokzal Shchetsyn, ploshcha Hrodnytski; budynok 1 | 19:59Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", metro Demiivska; prospekt Nauky; budynok 1/2 | 26h 14mintransfers: 1 | daily | МУСТАНГ ТРАНС ТОВ |
Cheapest departure in the 15-day sample — Oct 10, from 3634 ₴.
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 Szczecin – Kyiv route
The bus from Szczecin to Kyiv links Poland's far north-west with the Ukrainian capital, covering roughly 1,480 kilometres in 25–30 hours. The exact duration hinges on the wait at the Polish-Ukrainian frontier, with most coaches passing through the Krakovets–Korczowa crossing. A valid biometric international passport is required to cross the border. The route mainly serves migrant workers, students at Polish universities and families travelling home or heading abroad for work. Boarding takes place at the Szczecin coach station, with arrival in Kyiv, from where the metro and onward transfers connect you to the rest of Ukraine.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Szczecin to Kyiv trip take including the border?
On average the journey takes 25–30 hours. The exact time depends on the queue at the Ukrainian-Polish border, which can vary considerably by day and season.
What documents do I need for the trip?
A valid biometric international passport is required to cross the Ukrainian-Polish border. Check the document's expiry date in advance.
Where does the bus depart from and arrive?
Departure is from the Szczecin coach station and arrival is in Kyiv. From the capital you can easily continue by metro or transfer to other Ukrainian cities.
Is this an overnight service?
Because the trip lasts over a day, it covers both daytime and night-time travel. You will spend much of the night in a comfortable coach seat, so bring whatever you need to rest.
How much is a Szczecin – Kyiv ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at roughly 3,634 ₴ — a reservation paid to the driver in local currency, so the hryvnia figure is indicative. 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 Szczecin – Kyiv route?
The typical schedule has up to 8 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 07:30, the last at 17:45. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Szczecin – Kyiv route?
Carriers on this route: BTA BUS, Prosto Bus Plus, ПП "ЛисАвтоТранс", Caznatrans, ВОЛИНЬ ЕКСПРЕС ТОВ, ЕЛІТ ЕКСПРЕСС ТОВ, TocoBUS, МУСТАНГ ТРАНС ТОВ. The line-up depends on the travel date.