- Must visit
Poltava Local Lore Museum
Flagship museum of regional history in a striking building, covering archaeology, ethnography, and Poltava's cultural development.
Cheapest price on Oct 15
$8
Average ticket price on Oct 15
$11
Fastest journey on Oct 15
1 h 25 m
Average journey duration on Oct 15
1 h 39 m
Buses on Oct 15
64
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Kharkiv to Poltava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Kharkiv to Poltava will cost around $11 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $8.
On Thu, Oct 15, we found 64 buses from Kharkiv to Poltava, including 64 direct services.
On Thu, Oct 15 the direct buses cover the 130 km distance in an average of 1 h 39 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 1 h 25 m .
On Thu, Oct 15 the slowest buses will take 1 h 50 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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0Buses from Kharkiv to Poltava run on average 38 times per day, taking around 2h 18m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $5 (€4) if you book in advance.
There are 38 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 03:10, the last at 22:30. The fastest bus covers the 80 miles (130 km) distance in 1h 25m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 18m |
Cheapest ticket price $5 (€4) |
Buses per day 38 |
Direct buses 38 |
Fastest bus 1h 25m |
First bus 3:10 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
Cheapest Month Nov |
Cheapest Day Mon |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Apr - Jun |
Busiest Day Wed |
Least Busy Day Sat |
Best time to book 1 day |
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:55AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:00AM | Arrival Time 07:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 05:45AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:00AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 05:50AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:05AM | Arrival Time 07:55AM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 06:10AM | Arrival Time 08:10AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:20AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 06:25AM | Arrival Time 08:40AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:30AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:35AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:50AM | Arrival Time 08:55AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Orion Bus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:55AM | Arrival Time 09:00AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Autolux | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Autolux | Departure Time 07:15AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс | Departure Time 07:40AM | Arrival Time 10:15AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 07:45AM | Arrival Time 10:05AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 3h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 11:05AM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:45AM | Arrival Time 10:45AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:30AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 09:45AM | Arrival Time 12:05PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 12:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 12:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:40PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:30PM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 01:45PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Denysivka | Departure Time 11:30AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 11:45AM | Arrival Time 02:05PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:20PM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:40PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 03:35PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 01:45PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 04:05PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:20PM | Arrival Time 04:25PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:05PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h45 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:35PM | Arrival Time 05:58PM | Duration 2h23 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 05:15PM | Duration 1h25 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 06:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:50PM | Arrival Time 07:55PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $15 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 06:00PM | Arrival Time 08:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 08:30PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:10PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 10:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:10PM | Arrival Time 10:12PM | Duration 2h02 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:30PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:50PM | Arrival Time 12:15AM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 09:55PM | Arrival Time 11:55PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 11:50PM | Duration 1h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 12:10AM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Yarmoliuk P. Ye. | Departure Time 10:05PM | Arrival Time 01:20AM | Duration 3h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 12:05AM | Duration 1h55 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Prestige Bus | Departure Time 10:10PM | Arrival Time 12:12AM | Duration 2h02 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс | Departure Time 10:20PM | Arrival Time 12:50AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed, Thu | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Kharkiv to Poltava buses for today, Wednesday, October 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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7539146 | 9:45 AM Kharkiv | 2h20 | 12:05 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:00 AM Kharkiv | 2h15 | 12:15 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:30 AM Kharkiv | 2h20 | 12:50 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:10 AM Kharkiv | 2h30 | 1:40 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Kharkiv | 2h35 | 1:45 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:10 AM Kharkiv | 2h35 | 1:45 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:30 AM Kharkiv | 2h40 | 2:10 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:30 AM Kharkiv | 2h35 | 2:05 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Kharkiv | 2h15 | 1:45 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 11:30 AM Kharkiv | 2h15 | 1:45 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 11:45 AM Kharkiv | 2h20 | 2:05 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 12:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h10 | 2:10 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
7613597 | 12:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h10 | 2:10 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 12:20 PM Kharkiv | 1h50 | 2:10 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 1:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h40 | 3:40 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h35 | 3:35 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:30 PM Kharkiv | 2h05 | 3:35 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:45 PM Kharkiv | 2h20 | 4:05 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:50 PM Kharkiv | 2h15 | 4:05 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:50 PM Kharkiv | 1h45 | 3:35 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h25 | 4:25 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:20 PM Kharkiv | 2h05 | 4:25 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 2:40 PM Kharkiv | 2h25 | 5:05 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h15 | 5:15 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:30 PM Kharkiv | 1h45 | 5:15 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:35 PM Kharkiv | 2h23 | 5:58 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 3:50 PM Kharkiv | 1h25 | 5:15 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 4:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h10 | 6:10 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:50 PM Kharkiv | 2h05 | 7:55 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h10 | 8:10 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 8:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h50 | 10:50 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
7630611 | 8:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h10 | 10:10 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h50 | 11:50 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h50 | 11:50 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:30 PM Kharkiv | 2h20 | 11:50 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:50 PM Kharkiv | 2h15 | 12:05 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:50 PM Kharkiv | 2h25 | 12:15 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
515бв | 9:55 PM Kharkiv, Ploshcha Pryvokzalna (Харків, Площа Привокзальна) | 2h00 | 11:55 PM Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:00 PM Kharkiv | 2h10 | 12:10 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:00 PM Kharkiv | 1h50 | 11:50 PM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
7582368 | 10:10 PM Kharkiv | 2h02 | 12:12 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:10 PM Kharkiv | 2h05 | 12:15 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:10 PM Kharkiv | 1h55 | 12:05 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 10:20 PM Kharkiv | 2h30 | 12:50 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, October 15 | |||||
0 | 5:45 AM Kharkiv | 2h25 | 8:10 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 AM Kharkiv | 2h20 | 8:10 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:50 AM Kharkiv | 2h20 | 8:10 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:05 AM Kharkiv | 1h50 | 7:55 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
7638522 | 6:05 AM Kharkiv | 2h15 | 8:20 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Kharkiv | 2h00 | 8:10 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:10 AM Kharkiv | 2h00 | 8:10 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:15 AM Kharkiv | 2h40 | 8:55 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:20 AM Kharkiv | 2h35 | 8:55 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:30 AM Kharkiv | 1h50 | 8:20 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:35 AM Kharkiv | 2h20 | 8:55 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:45 AM Kharkiv | 2h10 | 8:55 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:50 AM Kharkiv | 1h30 | 8:20 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:50 AM Kharkiv | 2h05 | 8:55 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:55 AM Kharkiv | 2h05 | 9:00 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
7478461 | 7:00 AM Kharkiv | 2h15 | 9:15 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:00 AM Kharkiv | 2h50 | 9:50 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:00 AM Kharkiv, Avtostantsiya №1 (Харків, Автостанція №1) | 2h15 | 9:15 AM Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:15 AM Kharkiv, Stantsiya Metro Kholodna Hora (Харків, Станція Метро Холодна Гора) | 2h00 | 9:15 AM Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал) | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:30 AM Kharkiv | 2h20 | 9:50 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:40 AM Kharkiv | 2h35 | 10:15 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 7:45 AM Kharkiv | 2h20 | 10:05 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:00 AM Kharkiv | 2h45 | 10:45 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:00 AM Kharkiv, Avtostantsiya №6 (Харків, Автостанція №6) | 3h05 | 11:05 AM Poltava, Avtotrasa | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:30 AM Kharkiv, Avtostantsiya №1 (Харків, Автостанція №1) | 2h35 | 11:05 AM Poltava, Avtotrasa | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:30 AM Kharkiv | 2h15 | 10:45 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:45 AM Kharkiv | 2h00 | 10:45 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
FlixBus | 8:45 AM Kharkiv, Bus Station Pryvokzalna | 2h20 | 11:05 AM Poltava, Avtotrasa | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Flagship museum of regional history in a striking building, covering archaeology, ethnography, and Poltava's cultural development.
Museum on the famous 1709 battle, with exhibits on strategy, weapons, and the wider European context of the conflict.
Memorial museum at the writer's home site, presenting the life and legacy of the pioneer of modern Ukrainian literature.
Historic hilltop area with landmark views, museums, sacred sites, and some of the best walking routes in old Poltava.
Elegant central square and garden organized in a rare circular plan, ideal for orientation, photos, and short city-center walks.
Main pedestrian-friendly central street lined with historic buildings, shops, and everyday urban life in the heart of Poltava.
Galushky are soft boiled wheat dumplings, the signature dish of Poltava and a symbol of the city, often served with sour cream, meat, or rich broth.
Borshch is a beet soup widely loved in Poltava, commonly enriched with cabbage and potatoes and served with sour cream and pampushky.
Kapusniak is a traditional cabbage soup with millet and pork, valued in central Ukraine for its hearty flavor and home-style character.
Traditional Ukrainian restaurant known for Poltava dumplings, hearty regional dishes, and a folk-style interior popular with visitors.
Well-known restaurant serving Ukrainian and European cuisine in a polished setting, suitable for a relaxed dinner in the city center.
Casual venue with Georgian favorites, grilled dishes, and khachapuri, appreciated for generous portions and a lively atmosphere.
Budget-friendly versus many European cities: hotels, meals, and local transport usually cost less, making Poltava good value for travelers.
Restaurants: 5-10% if service is not included. Cafes: round up or leave small change. Taxis: round up the fare; larger tips are optional.
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Poltava, Avtovokzal -> Korpusnyi Sad, Poltava
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Kharkiv to Poltava by bus. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Poltava, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Kharkiv to Poltava buses use the Kharkiv, Avtostantsiya №1 (Харків, Автостанція №1) to Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку station pair, with some services arriving at Poltava, Avtovokzal (Полтава, Автовокзал). Use this guide to compare Kharkiv and Poltava bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Kharkiv, Stantsiya Metro Kholodna Hora (Харків, Станція Метро Холодна Гора) is 4 km from Kharkiv city centre. Public transport options include:
Kharkiv, Stantsiya Metro Kholodna Hora (Харків, Станція Метро Холодна Гора) has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Kharkiv, Stantsiya Metro Kholodna Hora (Харків, Станція Метро Холодна Гора). ATMs are available at Kharkiv, Stantsiya Metro Kholodna Hora (Харків, Станція Метро Холодна Гора).
Ticket office support is available at Kharkiv, Stantsiya Metro Kholodna Hora (Харків, Станція Метро Холодна Гора).
Available at Kharkiv, Stantsiya Metro Kholodna Hora (Харків, Станція Метро Холодна Гора): Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Kharkiv, Stantsiya Metro Kholodna Hora (Харків, Станція Метро Холодна Гора): Station is accessible by ramps.
Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower, and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку. ATMs are available at Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку.
Ticket office support is available at Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку.
Available at Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку: Basic accessibility features available.
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