What is the cheapest way to get from Vienna to Kyiv?

The cheapest way to get from Vienna to Kyiv is to bus via Bratislava which costs 2 900 ₴ - 4 400 ₴ and takes 24h 35m.

What is the fastest way to get from Vienna to Kyiv?

The fastest way to get from Vienna to Kyiv is to drive which takes 15h 25m and costs 10 000 ₴ - 15 000 ₴.

Is there a direct bus between Vienna and Kyiv?

Yes, there is a direct bus departing from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz station and arriving at Kyiv Bus station station. Services depart five times a week, and operate Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The journey takes approximately 18h 30m.

Is there a direct train between Vienna and Kyiv?

No, there is no direct train from Vienna to Kyiv. However, there are services departing from Wien Hbf and arriving at Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi via Krakow Glowny and Przemysl Glowny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 39m.

How far is it from Vienna to Kyiv?

The distance between Vienna and Kyiv is 1403 km. The road distance is 1258.4 km.

How do I travel from Vienna to Kyiv without a car?

The best way to get from Vienna to Kyiv without a car is to bus via Kyiv which takes 15h 3m and costs .

How long does it take to get from Vienna to Kyiv?

It takes approximately 15h 3m to get from Vienna to Kyiv, including transfers.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Kyiv bus from?

Vienna to Kyiv bus services, operated by Austrian Incentive Service GmbH, depart from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz.

Where do I catch the Vienna to Kyiv train from?

Vienna to Kyiv train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, depart from Wien Hbf station.

Train or bus from Vienna to Kyiv?

The best way to get from Vienna to Kyiv is to bus via Kyiv which takes 15h 3m and costs . Alternatively, you can train, which costs 7 000 ₴ - 12 000 ₴ and takes 18h 39m.

Where does the Vienna to Kyiv bus arrive?

Vienna to Kyiv bus services, operated by Austrian Incentive Service GmbH, arrive at Kyiv Bus station.

What is the time difference between Vienna and Kyiv?

Kyiv is 1h ahead of Vienna. It is currently 4:24 PM in Vienna and 5:24 PM in Kyiv.

Where does the Vienna to Kyiv train arrive?

Vienna to Kyiv train services, operated by ÖBB EuroCity, arrive at Krakow Glowny station.

Can I drive from Vienna to Kyiv?

Yes, the driving distance between Vienna to Kyiv is 1258 km. It takes approximately 15h 25m to drive from Vienna to Kyiv.

How do I get a bus ticket from Vienna to Kyiv?

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Where can I stay near Kyiv?

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Vienna to Kyiv - 10 ways to travel via train, bus, car, and plane

There are 10 ways to get from Vienna to Kyiv by bus, train, car, or plane

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Bus via Kyiv
best
1. Take the bus from Vienna to Kyivbus Kyiv-Swinoujscie
15h 3m
Bus via Bratislava
cheapest
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Bratislava Central Bus Stationbus Slovak Lines
2. Take the bus from Bratislava AS Mlynske Nivy to Kyiv Bus stationbus Euroclub
24h 35m
₴2,947–4,400
Train
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Krakow Glownytrain Ec
2. Take the train from Krakow Glowny to Przemysl Glownytrain Ic
3. Take the train from Przemysl Glowny to Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyitrain Icp / ...
18h 39m
₴7,209–11,737
Drive 1,258.4 km
1. Drive from Vienna to Kyivcar 1,258.4 km
15h 25m
₴10,371–14,980
Fly Vienna International Airport to Chișinău International Airport, bus
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)plane VIE - RMO
2. Take the bus from Chisinau Airport to Sorocabus
3. Take the bus from Soroca to Vinnytsiabus
4. Take the bus from Vinnytsia to Kyivbus
11h 36m
Bus
1. Take the bus from Vienna, Central Station Südtiroler Platz to Kyiv Bus stationbus
18h 30m
₴3,200–8,000
Bus #2
1. Take the bus from Vienna, International Busterminal (VIB) to Kyiv Central Bus stationbus N3272 / ...
27h 7m
₴4,822–8,122
Train to Bratislava Airport, fly to Chișinău International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Bratislava Hlavna Stanicatrain
2. Fly from Bratislava Airport (BTS) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)plane BTS - RMO
3. Take the bus from Chisinau Airport to Sorocabus
4. Take the bus from Soroca to Vinnytsiabus
5. Take the bus from Vinnytsia to Kyivbus
12h 46m
Fly Vienna International Airport to Iași International Airport, bus, train
1. Fly from Vienna International Airport (VIE) to Iași International Airport (IAS)plane VIE - IAS
2. Take the bus from Iasi Airport to Bălțibus
3. Take the train from Бэлць-Ораш to Kyiv-Pas.train
20h
₴5,201–15,574
Train to Graz Airport, fly to Chișinău International Airport, bus
1. Take the train from Wien Hbf to Graz Hbftrain
2. Fly from Graz Airport (GRZ) to Chișinău International Airport (RMO)plane GRZ - RMO
3. Take the bus from Chisinau Airport to Sorocabus
4. Take the bus from Soroca to Vinnytsiabus
5. Take the bus from Vinnytsia to Kyivbus
17h 56m

Vienna to Kyiv by train

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18h 39mAverage Duration

₴7,209Cheapest Price

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Distance: 1,402.8 km
Duration: 15h 3m

What companies run services between Vienna, Austria and Kyiv, Ukraine?

Pavluks Trans operates a bus from Vienna to Kyiv once daily, and the journey takes 13h 45m. Alternatively, you can take a train from Wien Hbf to Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi via Krakow Glowny and Przemysl Glowny in around 18h 39m.

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