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Compare train and bus for Lviv to Kyiv

Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Lviv to Kyiv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from €8. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 7h 46m.

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Most popular Train	Bus
€8 Average price Lowest	€18 Average price
8h 16m Average duration Fastest 7h 46m Onboard + 30m Additional time*	8h 57m Average duration 8h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time*
Direct Options	Direct Options

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Journey information

Overview: Train from Lviv to Kyiv

Trains from Lviv to Kyiv run on average 17 times per day, taking around 7h 46m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $9 (€8) if you book in advance.

Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.

Price information

Distance

290 miles (468 km)

Average train duration

7h 46m

Cheapest ticket price

$9 (€8)

Trains per day

Direct trains

Train providers

Fastest train

5h 56m

First train

00:11

Last train

23:50

Price information

Train tickets from Lviv to Kyiv: when to book to save $

Time	Price	Savings
1 week earlier	6 €
2 weeks earlier	6 €	0%
3 weeks earlier	5 €	20%
1 month before	6 €	0%
2 months earlier	6 €	0%

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Train companies often offer promotional prices and offers—by buying in advance—you can get access the best prices for trains in the U.S., Canada, and the major European railroad operators. Search on Omio to check prices and cheap train tickets from Lviv - Kyiv. Easily find the most attractive rates and choose the your preferred route for your journey. Book and choose your mobile ticket: avoid the queues at the station and the added stress of printing your ticket.

The rule of buying in advance to save money is not only valid when booking a flight but also for train travel. Train tickets are generally on sale 6 months before the departure date. Some train booking tips from us:

Buying your train ticket from Lviv - Kyiv 3 weeks in advance means you can save on average up to 20% compared to the price available on the day of departure.
If you book a ticket Lviv - Kyiv with 2 months in advance you save up to about 0% compared to the initial price.
On Omio you can find all offers, train times and prices for train travel in Europe, the U.S., and Canada.

FAQs: Trains from Lviv to Kyiv

FAQs: Travel by train from Lviv to Kyiv easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Lviv to Kyiv.

The first train from Lviv to Kyiv leaves at 12: 15 AM. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.

The last train from Lviv to Kyiv leaves at 11: 32 PM.

There are 9 trains a day from Lviv to Kyiv which require at least one change with Ukrainian Railways. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer trains.

When taking a train from Lviv to Kyiv, you can count on Ukrainian Railways for the best way to get you to Kyiv. You can also check all possible train providers who offer a service from Lviv to Kyiv and compare the amenities they offer before buying a train ticket.

No, there are no night trains, the latest train for this route is 11: 32 PM.

Passengers board the train most frequently from Lviv, which is located around 1.6 miles (2.6 km) away from the city centre, and they get off the train at Kyiv Passenger, located 2.5 miles (4 km) away from the city centre.

A day trip to Kyiv from Lviv is worth doing with a journey time of min each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.

The cheapest month to travel from Lviv to Kyiv by train is October.

Yes, you can take a bus from Lviv to Kyiv.

Popular train stations from Lviv to Kyiv

Lviv

Kyiv

The major train station for departures in Lviv is Lviv. Find all the information you need to know about services, amenities and connections at Lviv for your trip from Lviv to Kyiv.

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