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Kharkiv Art Museum
One of Ukraine’s oldest art museums, with icons, European painting, and Ukrainian works that trace regional culture across centuries.
Cheapest price on Sep 15
$5
Average ticket price on Sep 15
$7
Fastest journey on Sep 15
2 h 5 m
Average journey duration on Sep 15
2 h 35 m
Buses on Sep 15
5
Distance
130 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Poltava to Kharkiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Poltava to Kharkiv will cost around $7 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $5.
On Tue, Sep 15, we found 5 buses from Poltava to Kharkiv, including 5 direct services.
On Tue, Sep 15 the direct buses cover the 130 km distance in an average of 2 h 35 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 5 m .
On Tue, Sep 15 the slowest buses will take 3 h 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.










Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Poltava to Kharkiv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $10 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 2h 52m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $10, while a bus costs an average of $10.
Distance: 80 miles (130 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$10 Average price Cheapest | $26 Average price (fuel + tolls) | |
2h 52m Average total duration Fastest 2h 22m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 7m Average total duration (door-to-door) | |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Tickets start at around $10 compared to roughly $26 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $16. The journey takes 2h 22m versus 2h 7m 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 Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс, Autolux.
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 Autolux | Departure Time 12:30AM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:50AM | Arrival Time 02:55AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:50AM | Arrival Time 03:55AM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Tue, Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Denysivka | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 06:30AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс | Departure Time 03:10AM | Arrival Time 07:00AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Autolux | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $13 |
Operator KLR | Departure Time 03:30AM | Arrival Time 05:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $7 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 09:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:45AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 10:30AM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:40AM | Arrival Time 11:10AM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Wed | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 11:15AM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:40AM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 2h30 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $5 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 01:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:00AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:15AM | Arrival Time 01:50PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 11:20AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс | Departure Time 12:30PM | Arrival Time 03:10PM | Duration 2h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 03:15PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Sun | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс | Departure Time 02:40PM | Arrival Time 05:30PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:00PM | Arrival Time 05:35PM | Duration 2h35 | Departure days Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:15PM | Arrival Time 05:20PM | Duration 2h05 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:20PM | Arrival Time 05:45PM | Duration 2h25 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 03:30PM | Arrival Time 06:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Tue, Fri | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:30PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:50PM | Arrival Time 07:40PM | Duration 2h50 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 07:20PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Tue, Wed, Fri | Cheapest price $6 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Orion Bus | Departure Time 05:15PM | Arrival Time 07:15PM | Duration 2h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $11 |
Operator Euroticket | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator LikeBus | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $9 |
Operator Zelenyi Slon 7 TOV | Departure Time 07:15PM | Arrival Time 09:30PM | Duration 2h15 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:20PM | Arrival Time 10:30PM | Duration 2h10 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $8 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:10PM | Arrival Time 11:30PM | Duration 2h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс | Departure Time 09:20PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 1h40 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $10 |
The table below shows live departures for Poltava to Kharkiv buses for today, Monday, September 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 9:20 PM Poltava | 1h40 | 11:00 PM Kharkiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Tuesday, September 15 | |||||
![]() | 1:50 AM Poltava | 2h05 | 3:55 AM Kharkiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 9:40 AM Poltava | 2h30 | 12:10 PM Kharkiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 2:00 PM Poltava | 3h00 | 5:00 PM Kharkiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 3:30 PM Poltava | 3h00 | 6:30 PM Kharkiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:00 PM Poltava | 2h20 | 7:20 PM Kharkiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Poltava to Kharkiv run on average 22 times per day, taking around 2h 22m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $4 if you book in advance.
There are 22 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 35m.
Distance 80 miles (130 km) |
Average bus duration 2h 22m |
Cheapest ticket price $4 |
Buses per day 22 |
Direct buses 22 |
Fastest bus 1h 35m |
First bus 3:10 AM |
Last bus 10:30 PM |
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Discover the best of Kharkiv — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Kharkiv trip today.
One of Ukraine’s oldest art museums, with icons, European painting, and Ukrainian works that trace regional culture across centuries.
A major history museum with archaeological, ethnographic, and wartime collections that help explain Kharkiv and Sloboda Ukraine.
A respected literary museum presenting writers, manuscripts, and modern exhibitions that reveal Kharkiv’s key place in Ukrainian literature.
Kharkiv’s main pedestrian street, lined with historic buildings, shops, and performers, ideal for first walks through the city center.
A popular riverside park and promenade with bridges, fountains, and family-friendly paths, especially pleasant for evening strolls.
The city’s best-known central garden offers paths, rides, seasonal events, and shaded areas, making it a classic local leisure spot.
Borscht is a beet soup often served with sour cream and pampushky. It is a staple across Ukraine and deeply tied to home cooking in Kharkiv.
Salo is cured pork fat, usually sliced thin and eaten with rye bread, garlic, and pickles. It is one of the most iconic traditional Ukrainian foods.
Varenyky are dumplings filled with potato, cabbage, or cheese. They are a beloved comfort food in Kharkiv and a classic part of Ukrainian family meals.
Established Georgian restaurant known for khachapuri, khinkali, and a lively yet polished atmosphere popular with locals.
Well-known city restaurant serving European and Ukrainian dishes in an elegant setting suited to a more upscale meal.
Reliable Georgian venue praised for khinkali, grilled meats, and warm service in a relaxed, established setting.
Budget-Friendly For most visitors, hotels, dining, and transit are cheaper than in many European cities, though wartime disruption can raise prices and limit options.
Service may be included. If not, tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis; app taxis can be tipped in-app.
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Kharkiv, Avtostantsiya №1 -> Maidan Konstytutsii, Kharkiv
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Poltava to Kharkiv 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 Kharkiv, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Poltava to Kharkiv buses use the Poltava, Будинок Зв'Язку to Kharkiv, Avtostantsiya №1 (Харків, Автостанція №1) station pair, with some services arriving at Kharkiv, Avtostantsiya Pryvokzalna (Харків, Автостанція Привокзальна). Use this guide to compare Poltava and Kharkiv bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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