The average train between Zakopane and Kyiv takes 18h 25m and the fastest train takes 15h 53m. The train service runs several times per day from Zakopane to Kyiv. The journey time may be longer on weekends and holidays; use the search form on this page to search for a specific travel date.
Trains run 3 times a day between Zakopane and Kyiv. The earliest departure is at 8:31 AM in the morning, and the last departure from Zakopane is at 9:16 PM which arrives into Kyiv at 5:20 PM. All services require a transfer at Krakow Glowny and take an average of 18h 25m. The schedules shown below are for the next available departures.
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Want to know about travelling from Zakopane to Kyiv? We have put together a list of the most frequently asked questions from our users such as: What is the cheapest mode of transport? What is the quickest option? How much do tickets usually cost? and many more.
No, there is no direct train from Zakopane to Kyiv. However, there are services departing from Zakopane station and arriving at Kyiv station via Krakow Glowny. The journey, including transfers, takes approximately 18h 25m.
Zakopane to Kyiv train services, operated by PKP Intercity, depart from Zakopane station.
Zakopane to Kyiv train services, operated by PKP Intercity, arrive at Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi station.
The distance between Zakopane and Kyiv is 767.9 km. The road distance is 1,039 km.
You can take a train from Zakopane to Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi via Krakow Glowny and Przemysl Glowny in around 15h.