How to travel from Kyiv to Kharkiv

There are 2 options to travel between Kyiv and Kharkiv including taking a train and bus.

The cheapest way to travel from Kyiv to Kharkiv is a bus with an average price of $16.

This is compared to other travel options from Kyiv to Kharkiv:

A bus is $57 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Kyiv to Kharkiv costing on average $74.

The fastest way to travel from Kyiv to Kharkiv is by train with an average journey time of 6h 42m.

Other travel options to Kharkiv take longer:

Bus takes on average 7h 34m.

The distance from Kyiv to Kharkiv is approximately 255 miles (411 km).

The average frequency per day from Kyiv to Kharkiv is:

• Around 22 buses per day.
• Around 1 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Kyiv and Kharkiv 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 Kharkiv:

• Buses mostly depart from Kyiv (Київ) and arrive in Kharkiv, Avtostantsiya №1 (Харків, Автостанція №1).

If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Kyiv to Kharkiv, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:

• Travel with Ukrainian railways, Ukrainian Railways (UZ) to go to Kharkiv by train.
• Travel with Infobus, Autolux, KLR, Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс, LikeBus, Euroticket to go to Kharkiv by bus.

Yes, there are direct services available from Kyiv to Kharkiv with the following travel companies:

• 1 direct trains per day with Ukrainian Railways (UZ).
• 22 direct buses per day with Infobus, Autolux, KLR, Pavluks-Trans, Павлюкс-Транс, LikeBus, Euroticket.

Omio customers who travel from Kyiv to Kharkiv often also extend their vacation to go to Lviv, Berlin, Lutsk, Odesa, Warsaw. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Kharkiv and these popular destinations at a great price.

Most travelers need at least three days in Kharkiv to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.

In Kharkiv, you can explore the Kharkiv Historical Museum to delve into the region's rich history and culture. Enjoy a leisurely day at Shevchenko Park with its walking paths and sculptures, or visit the picturesque Mirror Stream Fountain. Discover diverse plant species at the Botanical Gardens or catch a football match at Metalist Stadium. For sightseeing, Freedom Square offers a massive and historically significant space, while Gorky Central Park provides amusement rides and green areas. Visit Kharkiv Zoo for a diverse animal collection or admire the Annunciation Cathedral's striking architecture. Lastly, see the iconic Derzhprom building, a symbol of Soviet industrial achievements.

To explore Kharkiv's main attractions, a stay of 2-3 days is recommended.