Homyel' to Zhytomyr by bus
Zhytomyr lies 289 km (180 mi) south-west of Homyel', in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 5 h 27 min including stops, over roughly 353 km (219 mi) of road.
| Homyel' | Zhytomyr | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Belarus | Ukraine |
| Population | 501,193 | 261,624 |
| Elevation | 138 m (453 ft) | 236 m (774 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Minsk) | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) |
What changes when you arrive in Zhytomyr
Crossing from Belarus into Ukraine: money changes from the Belarusian ruble to the Hryvnia (UAH); the dialling code becomes +380; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257 / http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q25648794.
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Staying in Zhytomyr
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Common questions
How far is Zhytomyr from Homyel'?
289 km (180 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Homyel'; by road roughly 353 km (219 mi).
How long does it take to get from Homyel' to Zhytomyr by bus?
About 5 h 27 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Homyel' and Zhytomyr?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Zhytomyr?
The Hryvnia (UAH).
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.