Updated: November 2026
Contents
- Where Kyiv Railway Station Is
- History and Architecture
- Facilities and Services
- Trains and Destinations
- Address and Contacts
- Getting Around from the Station
- Tips for Passengers
- FAQ
Where Kyiv Railway Station Is
Kyiv's main railway station is Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi on Vokzalna Square in Solomianskyi District, about 2.5 km from Khreshchatyk. The Vokzalna metro station is right next to it. It is not a single building but a complex of three stations: Central, South and Suburban. The Central and South stations stand on opposite sides of the tracks and are linked by a covered walkway above the platforms, while commuter trains leave from the Suburban station.
Trains also stop at other stations in Kyiv. Some long-distance trains, including the Intercity+ to Kharkiv, call at Darnytsia on the left bank, and regional trains to Nizhyn, Chernihiv and Hrebinka depart from Kyiv-Volynskyi. However, most long-distance trains, including international ones, depart from Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi. Note that some stations have been renamed: for example, Kyiv-Moskovskyi has been called Kyiv-Demiivskyi since 2017.
History and Architecture
Kyiv's first station was built in 1868–1870 to a design by Ivan Vyshnevskyi: a two-story, 133-meter-long yellow brick building in the English Neo-Gothic style. It was demolished in 1913, and the new station designed by Volodymyr Shchuko was never completed — only the foundations were laid.
The current Central Station building was erected in 1927–1932 to a design by architect Oleksandr Verbytskyi with Pavlo Alioshyn. Its façade with a huge arched window combines Ukrainian Baroque and Constructivism. After World War II, the station was restored in 1945–1949, and in 2024 the building was listed as an architectural monument of local significance.
The South Station was built in 2001 in just 175 days, alongside a major renovation of the Central Station. At the same time, the two stations were linked by a walkway above the tracks, realizing Shchuko's idea of two stations forming the letter "H" in plan. Since 2023, platform 1 has had a symbolic "0 km" marker, and in 2024 a bronze mini sculpture called "Returning Home" appeared at the station.
Facilities and Services for Passengers
Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi is a top-class station that is open around the clock. Long-distance trains use 14 tracks. Before the full-scale war, it was Ukraine's busiest station: in 2018, 23.4 million long-distance passengers passed through it.
- Ticket offices and information desk. Ticket offices are located in the Central and South stations, and the information desk is open 24/7. However, it is easier to buy a ticket in advance on the Ukrzaliznytsia website or app.
- Lounges. UZ Lounge at the Central Station is open around the clock and has a separate entrance from the square to the left of the main entrance. An hour costs 240 UAH and a shower 120 UAH; premium Visa cardholders get the first hour free. Lounge ONE, with 90 seats, opened on the third floor of the South Station in January 2026: 1.5 hours cost 1,500 UAH, and entry is free for premium Mastercard cardholders.
- Luggage storage. Staffed luggage rooms charge from 60 UAH per item per day (85 UAH for oversized luggage). There are also automatic lockers in the ticket halls, in the walkway above the tracks and at the South Station.
- Shelter. During an air raid alert, passengers are directed to the western and eastern underground passages.
- Bank. A branch of Oschadbank operates in the passage between the Central and South stations, next to the escalator (daily 7 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.), with a 24-hour self-service area.
- Food. The station buildings have cafés and kiosks selling food and drinks.
Trains and Destinations
Trains from Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi go to every region of Ukraine served by the railway. The fastest are the Intercity+ trains to Kharkiv, Dnipro and Lviv. Since December 2025, trains between Kyiv and Lviv have run every hour.
International trains depart for Poland (Przemyśl, Chełm, Warsaw), Hungary (Budapest), Austria (Vienna), Moldova (Chișinău) and Romania (Bucharest). International schedules change often, so check them on the Ukrzaliznytsia website before your trip. Trains to Budapest and Vienna require a paper ticket; for most other trains, a QR code on your phone is enough.
Address and Contacts
- Central Station: 1 Vokzalna Square (Vokzalna metro station).
- South Station: 4 Heorhiia Kirpy St.
- Ukrzaliznytsia hotline: 0 800 503 111 (free within Ukraine).
- Station duty officer: Central — +380 44 465 2034, South — +380 44 333 1061.
- Opening hours: the station and the information desk are open 24/7.
- Online tickets: the booking.uz.gov.ua website and the Ukrzaliznytsia app. Sales open 20 days before departure at 8 a.m., or at 9 a.m. for trains to Poland.
- Official website: uz.gov.ua
We do not recommend staying near the station to save money: railway facilities are periodically targeted by attacks. It is more convenient and safer to stay in the center — to choose a neighborhood, see our article “Kyiv Map and Districts”.
Getting Around from the Station
- To the center by metro. Vokzalna station is right on Vokzalna Square, next to the Central and Suburban stations. Teatralna is 2 stops away and Khreshchatyk 3 stops, about 5 minutes by train. A ride costs 30 UAH (since July 2026), and visitors can buy unlimited passes for 24, 48 and 72 hours for 375, 563 and 750 UAH.
- From the South Station. There is no separate metro exit at the South Station: to reach Vokzalna, walk through the walkway above the tracks to the Central Station — 5–10 minutes on foot.
- To the Central Bus Station. The bus station is at 3 Demiivska Square. The fastest way is by metro: from Vokzalna to Khreshchatyk, change to Maidan Nezalezhnosti and continue to Demiivska — about 25 minutes in total. Read more in our article “Kyiv Bus Stations”.
- By taxi. It is easiest to order a taxi through the Uklon, Bolt or Uber apps — the driver will pick you up at the Central or South station.
To learn how to use the metro, buses and trams, read our article “Public Transport in Kyiv”.
Tips for Passengers
- Arrive early. Get to the station 30–40 minutes before departure: with large crowds, it takes time to reach your track through the passages.
- Air raid alerts. Under the rules in force since September 2026, trains keep running and boarding continues at the "yellow" threat level, while at the "red" level boarding and departures are suspended and passengers are directed to shelters. If you miss your train because of an alert, you can take the next train in the same direction within 24 hours on the same ticket — just agree this with the station staff.
- Curfew. In Kyiv, the curfew runs from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m. The metro does not run at night, but night buses 131-N, 132-N, 133-N and 134-N leave Vokzalna Square roughly once an hour during these hours. Read more about the rules in our article “Safety in Kyiv”.
- Named tickets. Long-distance train tickets are issued in the passenger's name, so keep your ID handy.
- While you wait. Next to track 14, there has been an open-air rolling stock museum since 2011, and St. George's Church, built in 2001, stands opposite the South Station.
FAQ
Where is Kyiv railway station and what is its address?
Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi Central Station is at 1 Vokzalna Square, next to Vokzalna metro station. The South Station is on the other side of the tracks, at 4 Heorhiia Kirpy St.
Which district of Kyiv is the railway station in?
It is in Solomianskyi District, about 2.5 km from Khreshchatyk. The center is 2–3 metro stops from Vokzalna station.
How many railway stations are there in Kyiv?
The main station complex, Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi, consists of three stations — Central, South and Suburban. Passenger trains also call at Darnytsia and Kyiv-Volynskyi.
How can I check the train schedule?
The current schedule and live departure board are available on booking.uz.gov.ua and in the Ukrzaliznytsia app. You can also call the hotline at 0 800 503 111.
Can I buy a train ticket online?
Yes, tickets are sold on the Ukrzaliznytsia website and app 20 days before departure. For most trains, showing a QR code on your phone is enough, but trains to Budapest and Vienna require a paper ticket.
Is Kyiv railway station open at night?
Yes, the station is open around the clock. During the curfew from 1 a.m. to 5 a.m., the metro does not run, but night buses leave from Vokzalna Square.
