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National Art Museum of Ukraine
Major national collection of Ukrainian art from icons to modern works in a landmark historic building.
Cheapest price
$116
Average price
$126
Fastest journey
1 d 12 h 40 m
Average duration
1 d 13 h 42 m
Buses per day
13
Distance
1636 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Zurich to Kyiv is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Zurich to Kyiv will cost around $126 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $116.
It's difficult to get from Zurich to Kyiv without transferring at least once.
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FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBusOmio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Zurich to Kyiv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from $104. For those with little time consider booking a bus which can get you there in 38h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $104, and a train costs an average of $386.
Distance: 1016 miles (1636 km)
Most popular Bus | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$142 Average price Cheapest | $386 Average price | $513 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
38h 45m Average total duration Fastest 38h 15m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 44h 41m Average total duration 44h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 22h 19m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
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This is compared to other travel options from Zurich to Kyiv:
A bus is $244 (€198) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Zurich to Kyiv costing on average $386 (€313).
Other travel options to Kyiv take longer:
Train takes on average 44h 11m.
Tickets start at around $142 (€115) compared to roughly $513 (€417) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $371 (€302). The journey takes 38h 15m versus 22h 19m 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 Sindbad.
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 KLR | Departure Time 04:00AM | Arrival Time 09:40PM | Duration 40h40 | Departure days Tue, Sat | Cheapest price $164 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 09:55PM | Duration 37h25 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 01:50PM | Arrival Time 02:30AM | Duration 36h40 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $147 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 03:50PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 37h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $126 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:10PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 36h50 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 04:25PM | Arrival Time 11:00AM | Duration 42h35 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $124 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 05:20PM | Arrival Time 09:35AM | Duration 40h15 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $129 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:20PM | Arrival Time 12:10PM | Duration 40h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $116 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 06:25PM | Arrival Time 10:35AM | Duration 40h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $118 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 07:25PM | Arrival Time 11:35AM | Duration 40h10 | Departure days Sun | Cheapest price $162 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 08:25PM | Arrival Time 02:35PM | Duration 41h10 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $113 |
Operator FlixBus | Departure Time 09:25PM | Arrival Time 08:40PM | Duration 46h15 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat | Cheapest price $118 |
The table below shows live departures for Zurich to Kyiv buses for today, Sunday, June 14. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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![]() | 4:25 PM Zurich | 42h35 | 11:00 AM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 5:20 PM Zurich | 40h15 | 9:35 AM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 6:25 PM Zurich | 40h10 | 10:35 AM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
![]() | 7:25 PM Zurich | 40h10 | 11:35 AM Kyiv | 0 transfersDirect | |
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FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 37h25 | 9:55 PM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus | 7:30 AM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 37h05 | 9:35 PM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 1 transfer | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 36h40 | 5:30 AM Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ") | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 40h50 | 9:40 AM Dachna Bus Station | 2 transfers | |
FlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus | 3:50 PM Kloten, Zürich Flughafen (Bahnhof) | 37h10 | 6:00 AM Kyiv, Tsentralnyy Avtovokzal (Київ, Центральний Автовокзал) | 2 transfers | |
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Buses from Zurich to Kyiv run on average 8 times per day, taking around 38h 15m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $104 (€84) if you book in advance.
There are 1 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:20, the last at 23:30. The fastest bus covers the 1016 miles (1636 km) distance in 36h 40m.
Distance 1016 miles (1636 km) |
Average bus duration 38h 15m |
Cheapest ticket price $104 (€84) |
Buses per day 8 |
Direct buses 1 |
Fastest bus 36h 40m |
First bus 1:20 AM |
Last bus 11:30 PM |
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Major national collection of Ukrainian art from icons to modern works in a landmark historic building.
Large contemporary art and culture venue hosting major exhibitions, book fairs, and high-profile events.
Respected museum of European, Asian, and ancient art, known for an intimate setting and strong collection.
Kyiv’s most famous historic street, lined with galleries, viewpoints, souvenirs, and characterful old buildings.
Central square of modern Kyiv, important historically and a natural starting point for exploring downtown.
Kyiv’s main boulevard, popular for walks, city energy, architecture, and easy access to major sights.
A beet-based soup usually made with cabbage, potatoes, and often meat, then served with sour cream and pampushky. It is one of Ukraine’s most iconic national dishes.
Traditional Ukrainian dumplings filled with potato, cheese, cabbage, cherries, or meat. They are a staple comfort food strongly associated with home-style cooking.
Cabbage rolls stuffed with rice and usually minced meat, then baked or stewed in sauce. A classic festive and family dish across Ukraine.
A long-established Kyiv favorite serving traditional Ukrainian cuisine in a theatrical, folk-inspired interior. Popular for borshch, varenyky, and classic local dishes.
A well-known modern Ukrainian restaurant in Andriivskyi Descent, famous for refined takes on classic dishes and an elegant historic setting.
A stylish Ukrainian restaurant and bar near Maidan, known for contemporary local cuisine, strong drinks, and a patriotic cultural concept.
Generally affordable for tourists. Meals, coffee, and local transport are low-cost, while upscale hotels and dining are still cheaper than in many EU capitals.
Service is often not included. Tip 10% in restaurants for good service, round up taxis, and leave small change in cafes if you wish.
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