Cheap bus tickets from Chisinau to Kiev

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Bus from Chisinau to Kiev: Journey Information

There are 28 intercity buses per day from Chisinau to Kiev. Traveling by bus from Chisinau to Kiev usually takes around 11 hours and 39 minutes, but the fastest GAL Trans bus can make the trip in 10 hours and 5 minutes.

Distance: 249 mi (401 km)
Shortest duration: 10h 5m
Cheapest price: TRY 1,205.87
Trips per day: 28
Most frequent service: GAL Trans
Bus lines: 3

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Chisinau to Kiev Bus Schedule

There are several bus options that can take you from Chisinau to Kiev:

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How much is a bus ticket from Chisinau to Kiev?

Bus tickets for a trip from Chisinau to Kiev cost TRY 1,883.22 on average. Opting to take a bus is a wallet-friendly way to make this trip. If you book your trip ahead of time using Wanderu, you can easily find bus tickets at or below this price.

Average bus ticket prices from Chisinau to Kiev by travel date

If you're planning to travel by bus from Chisinau to Kiev in the next month, the average ticket price is expected to range from TRY 2,050 to TRY 2,294. The cheapest bus tickets available in the next few weeks are for trips departing on September 30, 2026. If you’re looking to travel to Kiev this week, bus tickets are available starting at TRY 2,245.

Average bus ticket prices from Chisinau to Kiev by month

Taking the bus from Chisinau to Kiev is usually cheapest in November, when the average ticket price is only TRY 1,708. If you're planning to take the bus from Chisinau to Kiev during August, keep in mind that bus ticket prices may be higher than usual, with an average price of TRY 2,050. However, booking your trip in advance can help you score a ticket at a better price.

Prices as travel date approaches

Most bus companies charge higher ticket prices closer to the date of travel, so it’s a good idea to buy your bus tickets as early as possible. If you're looking for cheap bus tickets, booking in advance is the way to go.

What bus companies travel from Chisinau to Kiev?

There are 3 bus lines from Chisinau to Kiev available for you to search and compare on Wanderu. With 24 daily trips, GAL Trans usually has the most buses running on any given day. Here are some time and price comparisons for all the available options:

Bus	Daily Trips	Avg. Time	Avg. Price
EUROVOYAGE	4	12h 55m	TRY 2,142.72
FlixBus	4	12h 17m	TRY 2,741.57
GAL Trans	24	11h 33m	TRY 2,207.42

First launched in Germany in 2013, FlixBus has become one of the largest intercity bus companies in Europe. Its fleet travels through nearly every country in Europe, including the U.K. FlixBus operates an average of 4 trips from Chisinau to Kiev, and usually makes the trip in about 12 hours and 17 minutes. On your trip, you'll enjoy Wi-Fi and live GPS, as well as restrooms, air conditioning, and power outlets.
Book GAL Trans from Chisinau to Kiev from TRY 1,205.87. There are 24 trips per day offered by GAL Trans from Chisinau to Kiev and you can expect on average to pay TRY 2,207.42 for a GAL Trans ticket to Kiev. In Chisinau, GAL Trans departs to Kiev from Chisinau Strada Aeroportului and one other station. In Kiev, GAL Trans arrives at Kyiv Bus Station Tsentralnyi.

An average trip on GAL Trans from Chisinau to Kiev takes 11 hours and 33 minutes, while the fastest available GAL Trans trip will get you to Kiev in 10 hours and 5 minutes.

On weekends, GAL Trans offers 24 trips per day. A one way ticket costs TRY 1,205.87 for a weekend trip to Kiev.

Frequently asked questions about traveling by bus from Chisinau to Kiev

There are 28 scheduled buses that travel from Chisinau to Kiev every day, so you have a decent number of options to choose from. Furthermore, all of these are direct buses which you can take the entire route from Chisinau to Kiev without transferring.

Trips per day

Direct trips

The bus takes an average of 11 hours and 39 minutes to cover the 249 miles from Chisinau to Kiev. However, the fastest bus only takes 10 hours and 5 minutes. It’s definitely on the longer side, so plan to get comfortable for a long road trip. Keep in mind that your actual bus may arrive earlier or later than scheduled, depending on whether there is more or less traffic than usual.

Distance (mi)

249

Distance (km)

401

The first bus leaves at 12:50am and the last bus leaves at 11:38pm. To see the times for all buses from Chisinau to Kiev, enter your specific travel dates in the search bar.

Earliest bus

12:50am

Latest bus

11:38pm

With many people traveling in the middle of the week, Wednesday is the busiest day of the week for bus travel. If you are planning to travel on a Wednesday, you should make sure to book tickets well in advance as they may sell out. On the other hand, Friday is typically the least busy day for bus travel on this route. If you’re looking for a little extra space, a Friday ticket is the way to go.

Most crowded

Wednesday

Least crowded

Friday

Station Information

Where does the bus leave from in Chisinau?

Main departure station: Chisinau Strada Aeroportului

Buses to Kiev leave from 3 stations in Chisinau.

All bus stations in Chisinau:

Chisinau Strada Aeroportului
Chisinau Bus Station
Bus Station

Where does the bus arrive in Kiev?

Main arrival station: Kyiv Bus Station Tsentralnyi

Buses arrive in Kiev at 3 stations, depending on which bus line you are traveling with.

All bus stations in Kiev:

Kyiv Bus Station Tsentralnyi
Druzhby Narodiv Blvd
Kiew Petlury

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