Kyiv to Chernihiv by train
Chernihiv lies 128 km (80 mi) north-east of Kyiv, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there.
By rail the journey is about 1 h 51 min at the speeds typical of Ukraine rail, over roughly 157 km (97 mi) of track; the operator’s timetable is the number that counts.
| Kyiv | Chernihiv | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Ukraine | Ukraine |
| Population | 3 million | 282,747 |
| Elevation | 187 m (614 ft) | 106 m (348 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) | UTC+3 (Europe/Kyiv) |
| Stations on record | Kyiv-Pasazhyrskyi railway station, Livoberezhna, Imeni Heorhiia Kirpy | Chernihiv |
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Common questions
How far is Chernihiv from Kyiv?
128 km (80 mi) in a straight line, north-east of Kyiv; by road roughly 157 km (97 mi).
How long does it take to get from Kyiv to Chernihiv by train?
About 1 h 51 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Kyiv and Chernihiv?
No, both are on Europe/Kyiv at the moment.
Where these facts come from
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- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 13 September 2026. Hotel 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.