How to get to Lviv from abroad in 2025?

Are you planning a trip to Lviv in 2025 but don't know how to get there from abroad due to closed air traffic? There are several convenient options — train, bus, and combined. Learn more about routes from abroad to Lviv, where to buy tickets, and the current rules for entering Ukraine.

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In 2025, Lviv remains one of the most popular destinations for tourists, volunteers, and business travellers from abroad. Despite the challenging security situation in Ukraine, the city continues to attract visitors with its cultural heritage, gastronomy, and hospitality.

Read on to find out how to choose the best route from abroad to Lviv and what to look out for during your trip.

Travelling to Lviv in 2025: how to get to Lviv from abroad?

Flights to Lviv

Due to the martial law in Ukraine since 2022, all flights to Ukrainian cities, including Lviv, have been cancelled. The country's international airports are currently not operating, so it is impossible to get to Lviv by plane directly.

The nearest airports are located in neighbouring countries — Poland, Slovakia, Hungary and Romania. It is most convenient to choose flights to cities such as Krakow, Warsaw, Rzeszów, Przemyśl or Budapest. Upon arrival, you can continue your journey by train or bus to Ukraine.

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Trains to Lviv

Although there are currently no direct international trains to Lviv, rail connections between European cities and Kyiv are stable. Below are examples of daily routes:

➤ Train No. 68 ‘Warsaw - Kyiv’ - daily service. Departure from Warsaw at 17:49, arrival in Kyiv at 10:45.

➤ Train No. 20 ‘Chełm - Kyiv’ - daily service. Departure from Chełm at 23:03, arrival in Kyiv at 10:45.

➤ Train No. 24 ‘Chełm - Kyiv’ - daily service. Departure from Chełm at 16:07, arrival in Kyiv at 05:12.

➤ Train No. 52 ‘Przemyśl - Kyiv’ - daily service. Departure from Przemyśl at 20:32, arrival in Kyiv at 07:34.

➤ Train No. 90 ‘Przemyśl - Kyiv’ - runs on even and odd days. Departure from Przemyśl at 13:49, arrival in Kyiv at 05:05.

➤ Train No. 716 Intercity ‘Przemyśl - Kyiv’ - daily service. Departure from Przemyśl at 23:55, arrival in Kyiv at 10:08.

➤ Train No. 706 Intercity ‘Przemyśl - Kyiv’ - daily service. Departure from Przemyśl at 09:49, arrival in Kyiv at 20:10.

➤ Train No. 149 ‘Vienna - Kyiv’ - daily service. Departure from Vienna at 16:42, arrival in Kyiv at 16:41.

➤ Train No. 351 ‘Chisinau - Kyiv’ - runs on even and odd days. Departure from Chisinau at 17:05, arrival in Kyiv at 12:15.

Upon arrival in Kyiv, you can easily reach Lviv using direct Ukrzaliznytsia trains. Trains to Lviv depart daily at various times of the day — convenient tickets can be purchased online on the official website of Ukrzaliznytsia.

Bus routes to Lviv

Every day, a large number of international buses run to Lviv from Poland, Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Hungary, and other European countries. This is one of the most convenient ways to get to the city, especially for those arriving in border towns.

The Visit Ukraine portal makes finding tickets much easier, allowing you to quickly find available bus routes, compare prices and travel times, and book a ticket in just a few minutes.

All you need to do is specify the route, select the carrier and date, and then pay for the ticket with a bank card. It's convenient, safe and avoids queues at the ticket office.

Entry to Ukraine for foreigners: current border crossing rules in 2025

Foreign citizens from countries that have a visa-free regime with Ukraine can stay in the country for up to 90 days within a 180-day period. This applies to travellers for tourism, visiting relatives, medical treatment, etc. If you plan to stay longer or want to work or study, you need to apply for a visa in advance.

For visa-free entry, a foreigner must have:

– A valid foreign passport with at least one free page;

– Documents confirming the purpose of the visit (travel reservations, invitations from relatives, tickets to events);

– Sufficient funds for living expenses;

– Medical insurance covering COVID-19.

Citizens of countries without a visa-free regime must obtain a short-term or long-term visa, depending on the purpose of their trip.

Planning a trip to Ukraine? Don't forget about insurance!

Due to the martial law in Ukraine, the Visit Ukraine portal offers medical insurance covering military risks.

This is not just a formality, but real protection in critical situations. You can purchase insurance online in just a few minutes — simply go to the Visit Ukraine website, select the type of policy, specify the dates of your trip and make the payment.

Purchase medical insurance now and travel to Ukraine with confidence and peace of mind!

Just a reminder! To plan a trip to Ukraine, a foreigner needs to resolve a large number of issues related to entry and stay in the country. Read about the rules of entry to Ukraine for foreigners in 2025 here.

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