How to travel from Kyiv to Lviv

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Compare train and bus for Kyiv to Lviv

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Kyiv to Lviv among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $27 For those with little time, consider booking a bus, which has an average total journey time of 9h 7m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $27, while a bus costs an average of $27.

Distance: 290 miles (468 km)

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$27

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$91

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9h 7m

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8h 37m

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6h 36m

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The cheapest way to travel from Kyiv to Lviv is a bus with an average price of $27 (€23).
The fastest way to travel from Kyiv to Lviv is by bus with an average journey time of 9h 7m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Kyiv and Lviv including taking a train and bus.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Kyiv 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 $27 (€23) compared to roughly $91 (€76) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $64 (€54). The journey takes 8h 37m versus 6h 36m 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.

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from Kyiv to Lviv

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

Our recommendation

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

  • KLR909090
    12:30 PM10h50
    Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ")
    11:20 PMLviv, Terminal KLR Bus (Львів, Термінал KLR Bus)
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Cheapest

  • KLR909090
    12:30 PM10h50
    Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ")
    11:20 PMLviv, Terminal KLR Bus (Львів, Термінал KLR Bus)
    $191One-way
    0 transfers

Fastest

  • FlixBusFlixBus
    4:00 PM7h10
    Dachna Bus Station
    11:10 PMLviv, Striyska 109 (Львів, Стрийська 109)
    $321One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • KLR909090жд · 909090жд
    12:30 PM11h45
    Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ")
    12:15 AMLviv, Dvirtseva ploshcha - Parking (Львів, Двірцева площа - Паркінг)
    $211One-way
    1 transfer
  • EuroClub0
    7:50 AM8h10
    Kyiv
    4:00 PMLviv
    $211One-way
    0 transfers
  • KLR515бв · 515бв
    7:00 AM11h20
    Kyiv, Avtostantsiya "Kyiv" (Київ, Автостанція "Київ")
    6:20 PMLviv, Terminal KLR Bus (Львів, Термінал KLR Bus)
    $231One-way
    1 transfer

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How to get from Kyiv to Lviv

The Best Way According to our Users

Whether it is for business or leisure, in order to travel from Kyiv to Lviv, 75,97% of our customers choose the train as their preferred mode of transportation. By traveling by train on this route, you can enjoy the comfort of spacious seats, spectacular views—and in some cases free Wi-Fi—in both second and first class. Our customers have decided that the train is the best way to get from Kyiv to Lviv and have chosen to enjoy this fast, safe and efficient way to arrive at their destination. Taking the train also avoids long lines or potential expenses for transfers to/from the station—especially since most main railway stations are located in the city center. Train companies in Europe vary from country to country, but most of them offer high-speed train routes, therefore when you add up at the end-to-end journey time, the train is often also the fastest way to get to your destination.

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FAQs: Travel from Kyiv 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 Kyiv to Lviv.

FAQs
There are 2 options to travel between Kyiv and Lviv including taking a train and bus.
The cheapest way to travel from Kyiv to Lviv is a bus with an average price of $27 (€23).
The fastest way to travel from Kyiv to Lviv is by bus with an average journey time of 9h 7m.
The distance from Kyiv to Lviv is approximately 290 miles (468 km).
The average frequency per day from Kyiv to Lviv is:
  • Around 72 buses per day.

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

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Kyiv to Lviv:
  • Buses mostly depart from Kyiv (Київ) and arrive in Lviv.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kyiv to Lviv, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with East West Eurolines, EuroClub, Pan-Bus.net, LikeBus, Eurovoyage, FlixBus, LikeBus, KLR, Orion Bus, Infobus, Way Grand, TocoBus, Autolux, Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс, Euroticket, Femelytrans to go to Lviv by bus.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Kyiv to Lviv:
  • 68 direct buses per day with East West Eurolines, EuroClub, Pan-Bus.net, LikeBus, Eurovoyage, FlixBus, LikeBus, KLR, Orion Bus, Infobus, Way Grand, TocoBus, Autolux, Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс, Euroticket, Femelytrans.
Omio customers who travel from Kyiv to Lviv often also extend their vacation to go to Warsaw, Kraków, Slavske, Odesa, Kharkiv. 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.
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