All trains on the route: departure and arrival times, duration, days of operation and ticket prices. Ukrzaliznytsia data.
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Prices are official Ukrzaliznytsia fares. The exact price and seat availability are shown by UZ at the car selection step.
Ukrzaliznytsia runs hundreds of routes across Ukraine, and Kyiv – Kharkiv has been one of the most popular for many years. It is also one of the busiest, because it links several important regions, and from either end it is easy to travel on to any part of Ukraine and beyond.
AnyTrain lets you buy train tickets online. You can book a Kharkiv - Kyiv ticket at a good price from anywhere with an internet connection. An e-ticket can often replace the traditional paper ticket from the ticket office, and buying online saves time and spares you the queues at the station.
Note that not every train accepts electronic boarding. There are three types of ticket: with a QR code (no need to print it), with a booking code (exchanged for a ticket at the station if required) and tickets that must be exchanged at the station ticket office.
To buy a Kharkiv - Kyiv ticket on AnyTrain, start by choosing your travel date. If you only want to check the timetable between Kharkiv and Kyiv, remember that it changes regularly, so check which trains are running before you buy.
On our website you will find everything you need to know about trains on the Kharkiv-Kyiv route, including:
AnyTrain gives you all the information you need to plan your trip in detail. Choose the date, route and carriage class. Options include passenger and suburban trains, expresses, and fast InterCity and Intercity+ trains. Pick the train that suits you best by price and by departure and arrival time. You can choose the carriage type (platzkart, kupe, lux, SV or general seating), your seats and extra services (bed linen, tea, coffee and more).
Kharkiv and Kyiv are linked by Intercity expresses and by through trains on various routes that start in other cities and call at Kharkiv on the way.
IMPORTANT! Not all trains run every day. Some run on alternate days or only on certain dates, so take care when buying a ticket for a through train.
If you need to leave as early as possible, check the first departures of the day in the timetable above. Intercity expresses are the quickest way to reach the capital; the timetable shows current departures, journey times and free seats.
The direct route covers 489 km. Some trains travel 500-550 km, depending on their routing. You can take direct high-speed or regional trains, and through trains are also an option. The main stations on the journey:
The fastest way between the two cities is the Intercity train, which takes about 5 hours. It has two classes of carriage at different price levels. Fairly spacious seats let you settle in comfortably, suitcases go in a roomy luggage area, and there are handy racks for hand luggage. Every seat has a small table for food and drinks.
If you want to save money, or prefer not to travel seated, there is an alternative: a ticket in a platskart (open-plan sleeper) or kupe (compartment) carriage. These trains take longer — around 9 hours, and a little more on some routes.
AnyTrain shows you the current timetable for trains to the capital, and you can buy a ticket for this route straight away. Choosing a train and seat and completing your booking takes just a few minutes. After payment you receive a digital ticket that entitles you to travel; it is sent to your email. The advantage of the service is that you can book and buy tickets from anywhere, with no need to go anywhere or queue.
You can find the Kharkiv - Kyiv fare on AnyTrain. Enter the date and your departure and arrival stations to see the options, then choose the train, carriage type, seats and extras that suit you. The system automatically pulls all available options from Ukrzaliznytsia and lists them from the cheapest ticket to the most expensive.
You can pay for a Kharkiv - Kyiv ticket with a Visa or Mastercard bank card. Your e-ticket is sent to your email; if it has a QR code, you can print it or save it on your device.
Kharkiv – Kyiv train tickets can be booked 45 days before travel. The earlier you buy, the more choice of seats you have. Closer to the departure date, free places become limited.