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Cheapest price
$29
Average price
$40
Fastest journey
9 h 55 m
Average duration
10 h 4 m
Buses per day
49
Distance
402 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chișinău to Kyiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chișinău to Kyiv will cost around $40 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $29.
Of the 49 buses that leave Chișinău for Kyiv on Wed, May 27, 49 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, May 27 the direct buses cover the 402 km distance in an average of 10 h 4 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 9 h 55 m .
On Wed, May 27 the slowest buses will take 10 h 10 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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6660982Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Chișinău to Kyiv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $7. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 11h 48m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $7, and a bus costs an average of $24.
Distance: 249 miles (402 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$30 Average price | $11 Average price Cheapest | $99 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
12h 18m Average total duration Fastest 11h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 13m Average total duration 18h 43m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 4m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Chișinău to Kyiv:
A train is $19 (€16) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Chișinău to Kyiv costing on average $30 (€24).
Other travel options to Kyiv take longer:
Train takes on average 18h 43m.
Tickets start at around $30 (€24) compared to roughly $99 (€80) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $69 (€56). The journey takes 11h 48m versus 8h 4m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Direct services are operated by FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L., FlixBus, SARVALTEH AUTO.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 11:50AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 12h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 04:45AM | Arrival Time 04:10PM | Duration 11h25 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 06:35PM | Duration 12h35 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 07:20AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 08:55AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 08:20PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $36 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 09:10AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 12h10 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator SARVALTEH AUTO | Departure Time 09:20AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 11h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 07:50PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 09:55AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator SARVALTEH AUTO | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:00PM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 09:20PM | Duration 11h20 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $44 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 12:40PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 04:20AM | Duration 13h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 04:30AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 13h10 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $35 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 04:40PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 05:40PM | Arrival Time 04:55AM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 11h00 | Departure days Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 09:40PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 12h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 07:50AM | Duration 9h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator SARVALTEH AUTO | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 11h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 11h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 09:05AM | Duration 10h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Sat | Cheapest price $40 |
Operator SARVALTEH AUTO | Departure Time 11:00PM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 10h50 | Departure days Wed, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 11:30PM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 12h15 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $41 |
The table below shows live departures for Chișinău to Kyiv buses for today, Tuesday, May 26. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
6752421 | 10:30 PM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 11h30 | 10:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Chișinău | 10h50 | 9:30 AM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Chișinău | 10h25 | 9:05 AM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Chișinău | 10h50 | 9:30 AM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:40 PM Chișinău | 10h25 | 9:05 AM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
6318361 | 11:30 PM Chișinău | 12h20 | 11:50 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6318361 | 11:30 PM Chișinău | 12h15 | 11:45 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Wednesday, May 27 | |||||
6318361 | 12:50 AM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 10h55 | 11:45 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6318361 | 12:50 AM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 11h00 | 11:50 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6634074 | 3:30 AM Chișinău | 12h50 | 4:20 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6634074 | 3:30 AM Chișinău | 12h40 | 4:10 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6634074 | 4:45 AM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 11h35 | 4:20 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6634074 | 4:45 AM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 11h25 | 4:10 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Chisinau, Strada Calea Moşilor (Rompetrol) | 12h35 | 6:35 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Chisinau, Strada Calea Moşilor (Rompetrol) | 11h50 | 5:50 PM Dachna Bus Station | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 6:00 AM Chisinau, Strada Calea Moşilor (Rompetrol) | 12h15 | 6:15 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 transfersDirect | |
6648646 | 6:30 AM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 11h30 | 6:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6648646 | 7:20 AM Chișinău | 10h40 | 6:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6703591 | 8:55 AM Chișinău | 11h05 | 8:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Chisinau, North Bus Station | 11h45 | 8:45 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 9:00 AM Chisinau, North Bus Station | 11h20 | 8:20 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6337439 | 9:00 AM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 12h00 | 9:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6337439 | 9:00 AM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 10h50 | 7:50 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Chișinău | 12h10 | 9:20 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:10 AM Chișinău | 12h10 | 9:20 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
6337439 | 9:45 AM Chișinău | 11h15 | 9:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6337439 | 9:45 AM Chișinău | 10h05 | 7:50 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6703591 | 9:55 AM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 10h05 | 8:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Chișinău | 11h20 | 9:20 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:00 AM Chișinău | 11h20 | 9:20 PM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
6660982 | 12:00 PM Chișinău | 10h50 | 10:50 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6660982 | 12:40 PM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 10h10 | 10:50 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6764435 | 3:20 PM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 13h10 | 4:30 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6764435 | 3:20 PM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 13h00 | 4:20 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6764435 | 4:00 PM Chișinău | 12h30 | 4:30 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6764435 | 4:00 PM Chișinău | 12h20 | 4:20 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Chisinau, North Bus Station | 13h10 | 5:40 AM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 4:30 PM Chisinau, North Bus Station | 12h45 | 5:15 AM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6376939 | 4:40 PM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 12h15 | 4:55 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6376939 | 4:40 PM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 12h20 | 5:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6376939 | 5:00 PM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 12h00 | 5:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6376939 | 5:00 PM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 11h55 | 4:55 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6376939 | 5:40 PM Chișinău | 11h15 | 4:55 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6376939 | 5:40 PM Chișinău | 11h20 | 5:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6376939 | 6:00 PM Chișinău | 11h00 | 5:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6376939 | 6:00 PM Chișinău | 10h55 | 4:55 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6478583 | 9:10 PM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 10h50 | 8:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6478583 | 9:10 PM Chișinău, Strada Aeroportului (Aerogara) | 10h40 | 7:50 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6617659 | 9:40 PM Chișinău | 12h20 | 10:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6478583 | 9:55 PM Chișinău | 9h55 | 7:50 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6478583 | 9:55 PM Chișinău | 10h05 | 8:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
6310192 | 10:00 PM Chișinău | 11h50 | 9:50 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last bus of the day. | |||||
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Buses from Chișinău to Kyiv run on average 22 times per day, taking around 11h 48m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $24 (€19) but you can travel from only $7 (€6) by train.
There are 22 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:20, the last at 23:55. The fastest bus covers the 249 miles (402 km) distance in 10h 5m.
Distance 249 miles (402 km) |
Average bus duration 11h 48m |
Cheapest ticket price $24 (€19) |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 10h 5m |
First bus 12:20 AM |
Last bus 11:55 PM |
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Major national collection of Ukrainian art from medieval icons to modern works, housed in a landmark neoclassical building.
Large contemporary art and culture complex hosting major exhibitions, book fairs, and high-profile cultural events.
Esteemed museum of world art with European, Asian, and ancient collections in a historic mansion near the city center.
Kyiv's best-known historic street, linking Upper Town and Podil, lined with landmarks, galleries, viewpoints, and souvenirs.
Central square of Kyiv and a key civic space, important for modern Ukrainian history and city-center orientation.
The capital's main avenue, busy with shops, architecture, and weekend pedestrian atmosphere in the city center.
The iconic Ukrainian beet soup, usually enriched with cabbage, potatoes, carrots, and often meat, then served with sour cream and pampushky. A defining comfort food of Kyiv and Ukraine.
A famous Kyiv specialty: breaded chicken fillet stuffed with herb butter, then fried until crisp. It is one of the city’s best-known dishes internationally.
Traditional Ukrainian dumplings filled with potato, cabbage, cheese, cherries, or other fillings. They are a staple dish in Kyiv homes and traditional restaurants.
Established traditional restaurant with atmospheric old-Kyiv interiors and a broad menu of Ukrainian favorites, including borshch, salo, and hearty meat dishes.
Recognized Kyiv restaurant focused on Georgian cuisine, included for its strong reputation, stylish atmosphere, and popularity with locals seeking high-quality regional dining.
Well-known modern Ukrainian restaurant in Andriivskyi Descent, serving refined takes on classics such as borshch, varenyky, and regional dishes in an elegant setting.
Generally affordable for tourists. Local food, coffee, and transport are low cost; upscale hotels and dining cost more.
Service is often not included. Tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and tip hotel staff modestly if helpful.
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