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PinchukArtCentre
One of Eastern Europe's best-known contemporary art centers, popular with younger visitors and social-media-minded travelers for its bold exhibitions.
Cheapest price
$27
Average price
$31
Fastest journey
8 h 10 m
Average duration
8 h 47 m
Buses per day
17
Distance
452 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Ivano-Frankivsk to Kyiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Ivano-Frankivsk to Kyiv will cost around $31 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $27.
Of the 17 buses that leave Ivano-Frankivsk for Kyiv on Fri, Jun 19, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Fri, Jun 19 the direct buses cover the 452 km distance in an average of 8 h 47 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 8 h 10 m .
On Fri, Jun 19 the slowest buses will take 9 h 6 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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0Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Ivano-Frankivsk to Kyiv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 9h 40m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $23, and a bus costs an average of $23.
Distance: 280 miles (452 km)
Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|
$27 Average price Cheapest | $94 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
10h 10m Average total duration Fastest 9h 40m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 8h 1m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
Other travel options to Kyiv take longer:
Train takes on average 11h 5m.
Tickets start at around $27 (€23) compared to roughly $94 (€77) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $67 (€55). The journey takes 9h 40m versus 8h 1m 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 Infobus.
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 Infobus | Departure Time 01:55AM | Arrival Time 01:00PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $28 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:55AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 11h05 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $27 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 06:00PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Tue, Wed | Cheapest price $26 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 11h15 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $39 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:20AM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 8h10 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Bus Time | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:35PM | Duration 9h35 | Departure days Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 05:00AM | Duration 12h30 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:44PM | Arrival Time 04:09AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Bus Time | Departure Time 08:15PM | Arrival Time 05:40AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 06:50AM | Duration 10h30 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 05:15AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:50PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h10 | Departure days Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 10h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:44PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 9h56 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Bus Time | Departure Time 09:49PM | Arrival Time 06:55AM | Duration 9h06 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Bus Time | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 9h05 | Departure days Mon, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 07:40AM | Duration 9h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:50PM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 10h40 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:05PM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 10h05 | Departure days Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $31 |
The table below shows live departures for Ivano-Frankivsk to Kyiv buses for today, Thursday, June 18. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:30 PM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 12h30 | 5:00 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
7084440 | 8:15 PM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 9h25 | 5:40 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:44 PM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 9h56 | 7:40 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:00 PM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 9h40 | 7:40 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:50 PM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 10h40 | 9:30 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:05 PM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 10h05 | 9:10 AM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Friday, June 19 | |||||
0 | 4:55 AM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 11h05 | 4:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
· | 8:45 AM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 11h15 | 8:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 1 transfer | |
0 | 10:20 AM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 8h10 | 6:30 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
7020713 | 11:00 AM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 9h00 | 8:00 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:00 PM Ivano-Frankivsk, Bus station №2 | 9h35 | 10:35 PM Kyiv (Київ) | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Ivano-Frankivsk to Kyiv run on average 9 times per day, taking around 9h 40m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $23 (€19) if you book in advance.
There are 8 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 04:55, the last at 23:00. The fastest bus covers the 280 miles (452 km) distance in 8h 10m.
Distance 280 miles (452 km) |
Average bus duration 9h 40m |
Cheapest ticket price $23 (€19) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 8 |
Fastest bus 8h 10m |
First bus 4:55 AM |
Last bus 11:00 PM |
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Discover the best of Kyiv — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kyiv trip today.
One of Eastern Europe's best-known contemporary art centers, popular with younger visitors and social-media-minded travelers for its bold exhibitions.
Vast open-air museum with traditional houses, churches, and landscapes from different regions of Ukraine. Excellent for architecture, photography, and slow walking.
Major archaeology and history museum covering Kyivan Rus, Cossack heritage, and modern Ukraine. A strong starting point for understanding the city and country.
Kyiv's most famous historic street, lined with galleries, souvenir stalls, old houses, and landmark views between the upper town and Podil.
The city's central square, important for modern Ukrainian history and a natural reference point for exploring central Kyiv.
Kyiv's main boulevard with monumental architecture, shopping, and a lively central atmosphere. Essential for first-time visitors.
Ukraine’s iconic beet soup, often enriched with cabbage, potatoes, and meat, then served with sour cream and pampushky. A defining comfort dish strongly associated with Kyiv and Ukrainian home cooking
A famous Kyiv specialty: breaded chicken fillet stuffed with cold herb butter that melts when cut. It is one of the city’s best-known dishes and a classic of local restaurant menus
Traditional Ukrainian dumplings filled with potato, cabbage, cheese, or cherries. They are a staple across the country and widely eaten in Kyiv in both savory and sweet versions
A well-known modern Ukrainian restaurant in Andriivskyi Descent, known for refined takes on classics such as borshch, varenyky, and local appetizers in an elegant setting
A long-established patriotic Ukrainian restaurant and bar near Maidan, serving national dishes, regional drinks, and a broad tasting menu in a distinctive atmospheric interior
A classic traditional restaurant known for richly presented Ukrainian cuisine, historic decor, and dependable versions of salo, borshch, dumplings, and meat dishes
Kyiv is affordable for many travelers. Meals, coffee, and local transport are low-cost, while upscale dining and central hotels cost more.
Service is often not included. Tip 10-15% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and leave small change at cafes only if you want to.
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