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| Operated by | Vehicle type | Departure time | Departure location | Trip duration | Arrival time | Arrival location | Recommended | Price and booking link |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | Bus | Tsentralniy avtovokzal | Poltava AS-1 | Cheapest | ||||
 | Bus | Kievsky Shlyakh street | Poltava Avtobusna Zupynka | Fastest | ||||
FOP Osypa S.M. | Bus | Bus station, Petlyury street, 32, Kyiv | Połtawa, Dworzec Autobusowy ul. Welikotirniwska 7, Poltava | No tags | ||||
| Bus | Railway Station Pivdennyi | McDonald's, 187a Yevropeiska Street (parking), Poltava | No tags | ||||
 | Bus | Bus station, Petlyury street, 32, Kyiv | Połtawa, Dworzec Autobusowy ul. Welikotirniwska 7, Poltava | No tags |
Last refresh of the prices: Today at 10:54 AM EEST.
Get from Kyiv to Poltava
The journey takes about 4 hours 30 minutes, and with fares starting at just $14, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.
Where are the popular stops in Kyiv and Poltava?
Stops in Kyiv
- ASymona Petlyury St 28, Kyiv, Ukraine
- BNauky Ave, 4/2, Kyiv, Ukraine
- C
Kharkivska Airport Bus Location
Mykoly Bazhana Ave, 36А, Kyivm, Ukraine, 02000 - D
Dachna
Volodymyrs'kyi Passage, 2663, Kyiv, Ukraine - EVokzal'na Square, 1, Kyiv, Ukraine
- FPeremohy Ave, 136 Kyiv, Ukraine
Stops in Poltava
- AVelykotyrnivs'ka St 7, Poltava, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine, 36000
- BKharkivs'ke Hwy, 2, Poltava, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine
- CPoltava-Pivdenna, Poltava, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine, 36000
- D
Poltava Bus Stop
Kondratenka St, 12, Poltava, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine - E
Vulytsya Myru
Vulytsya Myru, 14, Horbanivka, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine - F
Avtovokzal
Poltava, Poltavs'ka oblast, Ukraine, 36000
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Frequently asked questions about travelling from Kyiv to Poltava by bus
Please note that schedules, routes, or operator details shown here may be updated or vary at the time of your trip.
How much is the bus ticket from Kyiv to Poltava?
The cheapest bus tickets from Kyiv to Poltava start from $14. The average price for this route is around $28. Busbud recommends that you book your tickets in advance for a better chance to get the lowest possible price.
How long is the bus ride from Kyiv to Poltava?
The average bus travel time from Kyiv to Poltava is 4h 30m, covering a distance of 294 km. The quickest bus can get you there in 1h 50m and is operated by Openline.
Which bus companies service the Kyiv to Poltava route?
Several major bus companies operate on this route with 37 buses available per day, including services from Transport company VIP, Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV, Openline, LIKEBUS, DV BUS, Lux Reisen, Gunsel Tov, Infobus, Lys-Auto-Trans, Denysivka-Plus, Kovel APT, Sever-Avto, FOP Osypa S.M., KLR Bus, Brintsov SV FOP, Cazna Trans, Iarmoliuk P.I. FOP, Z-TIME.
What are the earliest and latest departure times for the bus from Kyiv to Poltava?
The earliest bus departs from Kyiv to Poltava at 5:45am. And the latest bus departs at 11:00pm.
What are the CO₂ emissions for the bus trip from Kyiv to Poltava?
A bus trip from Kyiv to Poltava generates an estimated 7.33275 kg of CO₂, making it a highly eco-friendly travel option and a mode of travel recommended by Busbud.
What is the best bus company from Kyiv to Poltava?
According to Busbud customers, the highest-rated bus company on this route is Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV, with an average rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 1 reviews.
Which bus company has the best Wi-Fi from Kyiv to Poltava?
Based on Busbud reviews, the bus company Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV has the highest Wi-Fi rating with a score of 5.0.
Which bus company has the best on-time performance from Kyiv to Poltava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the most punctual bus company on this route is Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV, with a punctuality rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Which bus company has the cleanest buses from Kyiv to Poltava?
According to Busbud traveller reviews, the bus company with the cleanest buses on this route is Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV, with a cleanliness rating of 5.0 out of 5 stars.
Find cheapest prices for buses
Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.
The cheapest trip from Kyiv to Poltava was searched and found on Apr 15, 2026 with a price of $17To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Kyiv to Poltava, as early as possible.
You can expect to pay from $17 to $32 for a bus ticket from Kyiv to Poltava based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at $17 which is on 2026-04-15.
Usually Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.
