How to travel from Kharkiv to Lviv

Sun, Sep 20
+ Add return
Travel by bus with
Infobus
Ukrainian railways
KLR
Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс
LikeBus
1,000+ more
Infobus
Ukrainian railways
KLR
Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс
LikeBus
1,000+ more
QR-Code
Scan to get our free app
Use our app to get live travel updates and book mobile tickets for trains, buses, flights, and ferries.
App Store
rate4.9
42K ratings
Google Play
rate4.6
136K reviews

Travel Information

Compare bus for Kharkiv to Lviv

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kharkiv to Lviv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $45 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 16h 49m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $45, while a bus costs an average of $45.

Distance: 543 miles (875 km)

Compare bus with

Most popular
Bus
Driving

$45

Average price

Cheapest

$173

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

16h 49m

Average total duration

Fastest

16h 19m

Onboard

+

30m

Additional time*

13h 17m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

Infobus

Most popular bus company

Your own car or car rental

Direct Options

Direct Options

The cheapest way to travel from Kharkiv to Lviv is a bus with an average price of $45 (€37).
The fastest way to travel from Kharkiv to Lviv is by bus with an average journey time of 16h 49m.

Other travel options to Lviv take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 17m.

Yes, you can take a bus between Kharkiv and Lviv.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Kharkiv to Lviv among Omio's users.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.

Tickets start at around $45 (€37) compared to roughly $173 (€142) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $128 (€105). The journey takes 16h 19m versus 13h 17m 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.

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.

Travel options
from Kharkiv to Lviv

How to get from Kharkiv to Lviv by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Kharkiv to Lviv is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • KLR515бв · 515бв
    9:55 PM20h25
    Kharkiv, Ploshcha Pryvokzalna (Харків, Площа Привокзальна)
    6:20 PMLviv, Terminal KLR Bus (Львів, Термінал KLR Bus)
    $491One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • KLR515бв · 515бв
    9:55 PM20h25
    Kharkiv, Ploshcha Pryvokzalna (Харків, Площа Привокзальна)
    6:20 PMLviv, Terminal KLR Bus (Львів, Термінал KLR Bus)
    $491One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс ·
    10:20 PM16h40
    Kharkiv
    3:00 PMLviv
    $561One-way
    1 transfer

Other options

  • Infobus0
    4:30 PM21h40
    Kharkiv
    2:10 PMLviv
    $501One-way
    0 transfers
  • Infobus0
    10:30 AM19h30
    Kharkiv
    6:00 AMLviv
    $511One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLR515бвзз · 515бвзз · 515бвзз
    9:55 PM21h05
    Kharkiv, Ploshcha Pryvokzalna (Харків, Площа Привокзальна)
    7:00 PMLviv, Dvirtseva ploshcha - Parking (Львів, Двірцева площа - Паркінг)
    $511One-way
    2 transfers

Find all the dates and times for this journey by train, bus, flight, and ferry .

Compare prices and tickets Prices for trains, buses and flights

Compare bus prices over the next three weeks. See the best deals at a glance, find the lowest fares, and choose the option that fits your budget.

Sun
Sep 20
Mon
Sep 21
Tue
Sep 22
Wed
Sep 23
Thu
Sep 24
Fri
Sep 25
Sat
Sep 26

More than 1,000 travel companies trust us to sell their tickets all in one place.

Trenitalia
Easyjet
Deutsche Bahn
SNCF

FAQs: Travel from Kharkiv to Lviv

Travel to Lviv 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 Kharkiv to Lviv.

FAQs
You can travel between Kharkiv and Lviv by bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Kharkiv to Lviv is a bus with an average price of $45 (€37).
The fastest way to travel from Kharkiv to Lviv is by bus with an average journey time of 16h 49m.

Other travel options to Lviv take longer:

Train takes on average 17h 17m.

The distance from Kharkiv to Lviv is approximately 543 miles (875 km).
The average frequency per day from Kharkiv to Lviv is:
  • Around 17 buses per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kharkiv and Lviv as scheduled services by bus can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kharkiv to Lviv:
  • Buses mostly depart from Kharkiv, Avtostantsiya №1 (Харків, Автостанція №1) and arrive in Lviv.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kharkiv to Lviv, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Ukrainian railways to go to Lviv by train.
  • Travel with Infobus, KLR, Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс, LikeBus, Autolux to go to Lviv by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Kharkiv to Lviv:
  • 12 direct buses per day with Infobus.
Omio customers who travel from Kharkiv to Lviv often also extend their vacation to go to Warsaw, Kraków, Prague, Kyiv, Slavske. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Lviv and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Lviv to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Lviv, you can explore the Lviv National Art Gallery and Potocki Palace for art enthusiasts, enjoy traditional Ukrainian village life at Shevchenkivskyi Hai, and indulge in treats at the Lviv Chocolate Factory. The Lviv Brewery Museum offers insights into the city's brewing history. For sightseeing, visit the Lviv Opera House, Rynok Square, Lviv High Castle for panoramic views, the Armenian Cathedral, and the Lychakiv Cemetery.
Three to four days are typically recommended to explore the main attractions of Lviv, including its historic landmarks, vibrant cultural scene, and local cuisine.
HomeTravelTravel to LvivHow to travel from Kharkiv to Lviv

The Omio App Makes Travel Planning Easy

We’ll get you where you want to go. From live train updates to mobile tickets, our innovative app is the ideal way to plan and keep track of your travel.

ios-badge
android-badge
Hand With Phone