Kyiv to Arad by bus
Arad lies 829 km (515 mi) south-west of Kyiv, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
A coach takes about 15 h 8 min including stops, over roughly 1,012 km (629 mi) of road.
| Kyiv | Arad | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Romania |
| Population | 3 million | 169,065 |
| Elevation | 187 m (614 ft) | 109 m (358 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Bucharest) |
What changes when you arrive in Arad
Crossing from Ukraine into Romania: money changes from the Hryvnia to the Leu (RON); the dialling code becomes +40; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Where to book buses from Kyiv to Arad
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Staying in Arad
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Common questions
How far is Arad from Kyiv?
829 km (515 mi) in a straight line, south-west of Kyiv; by road roughly 1,012 km (629 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kyiv to Arad by bus?
About 15 h 8 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kyiv and Arad?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
What currency do I need in Arad?
The Leu (RON).
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- 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.