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Poltava Local Lore Museum
Flagship museum of regional history in a striking building, covering archaeology, ethnography, and Poltava's cultural development.
Cheapest price
$15
Average price
$15
Fastest journey
16 h 31 m
Average duration
16 h 31 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
897 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Uzhhorod to Poltava is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Uzhhorod to Poltava will cost around $15 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $15.
Of the 1 trains that leave Uzhhorod for Poltava on Mon, Aug 17, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Mon, Aug 17 the direct trains cover the 897 km distance in an average of 16 h 31 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 16 h 31 m .
On Mon, Aug 17 the slowest trains will take 16 h 31 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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Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Uzhhorod to Poltava among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $15. For those with little time consider booking a train which can get you there in 16h 51m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $15, and a bus costs an average of $62.
Distance: 557 miles (897 km)
| Train | Most popular Bus | Driving |
|---|---|---|
$15 Average price Cheapest | $67 Average price | $195 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
17h 21m Average total duration Fastest 16h 51m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 19h 18m Average total duration 18h 48m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 14h 44m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular train company | ![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Uzhhorod to Poltava:
A train is $52 (€42) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Uzhhorod to Poltava costing on average $67 (€54).
Other travel options to Poltava take longer:
Bus takes on average 18h 48m.
Tickets start at around $15 (€12) compared to roughly $195 (€158) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $180 (€146). The journey takes 16h 51m versus 14h 44m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can work, read, or sleep along the way rather than spending the time behind the wheel. You'll also save the hassle of parking at the other end.
Direct services run with Ukrainian Railways (УЗ).
Driving is worth it if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group, or want to stop somewhere en route.
The table below shows live departures for Uzhhorod to Poltava trains for tomorrow, Monday, August 17. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 1:50 PM Uzhhorod | 16h31 | 6:21 AM Poltava | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Trains from Uzhhorod to Poltava run on average 1 times per day, taking around 16h 51m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at $15 (€12) if you book in advance.
There are 1 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 13:50, the last at 13:50. The fastest train covers the 557 miles (897 km) distance in 16h 31m.
Distance 557 miles (897 km) |
Average train duration 16h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $15 (€12) |
Trains per day 1 |
Direct trains 1 |
Fastest train 16h 31m |
First train 1:50 PM |
Last train 1:50 PM |
High Season Jul - Sep |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Best time to book 5 days |
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Flagship museum of regional history in a striking building, covering archaeology, ethnography, and Poltava's cultural development.
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Main pedestrian-friendly central street lined with historic buildings, shops, and everyday urban life in the heart of Poltava.
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Borshch is a beet soup widely loved in Poltava, commonly enriched with cabbage and potatoes and served with sour cream and pampushky.
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Casual venue with Georgian favorites, grilled dishes, and khachapuri, appreciated for generous portions and a lively atmosphere.
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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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