Travelling between Kyiv and Poltava is possible by Bus and train. Train guarantees the fastest travel on this route. Bus is the slowest option.
The most expensive ticket will cost you USD 46.00 if you go by Train; to keep it budget-friendly, opt for a train which will set you back mere USD 7.00.
It can take you anywhere between 4 and 6 hours to travel between Kyiv and Poltava depending on the means of transport you choose.
Train is the fastest way to travel between Kyiv and Poltava. Train will bring you to your destination in 3h 10m. Bus does a much slower job and take about 6h to reach Poltava.
Travelling between Kyiv and Poltava can be as cheap as USD 7.00 if you opt for a Ukrainian Railways train and as expensive as USD 46.00 if you buy a Ukrainian Railways Train ticket.
Here is the list of how much you can expect to pay travelling by each means of transport available for this route.
Check above for a bus, train, flight and ferry timetable from Kyiv to Poltava.
Travelling from Kyiv to Poltava overland will inevitably take longer but in many cases it is the cheapest option if you opt for a bus.
Things to remember: For a more comfortable ride opt for a higher-class bus wherever possible. These buses usually have soft reclining seats and are equipped with air-conditioning and on-board toilets.
They often include water, snacks or a light lunch into your ticket price and make bathroom stops en-route.
Local carrier, Z Time Kovelske ATP, Zelenyi Slon 7 Tov
Train is a often a great choice for long-haul travel especially if you opt for a night sleeper train with berths which will allow you to sleep all your journey through. To make the most of your train journey, choose the class of your ticket wisely.
Note that there are air-conditioned and fan-only carriages; private compartments for 2 or 4; hard and soft seats.
Though the upper class you get the smoother is your journey, often second class air-conditioned or fan-only sleepers are a good money saving alternative.
There is a choice of transportation means any time of the day with Train remaining the most popular option due to their reasonable pricing and comfort.
Out of 1000 travellers who bought tickets for this route