Passenger Flow Data for Kyiv’s Public Transport
The City of Kyiv’s Department of Transport Infrastructure has released comprehensive data on passenger traffic across the capital’s surface public transport network. The report identifies both the busiest and least utilized routes, alongside an announcement that Kyiv City Express service will resume on June 28, 2026. It also confirms the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) has approved a €150 million loan to modernize the city’s metro system. This investment marks a significant step in addressing Kyiv’s growing transit demands and infrastructure needs.
Route Congestion Levels
According to the data, the highest daily passenger loads are recorded on:
- Bus routes: No. 22 (Trostianetska Street – Aviation Museum) and No. 114 (Radunska Street – Central Railway Station).
- Trolleybuses: No. 30 (Myloslavska Street – Kadetskyi Hai Street) and No. 31 (Myloslavska Street – Lukianivska Metro Station).
- Trams: No. 1 (Mykhailivska Borshchahivka – Starovokzalna Station) and No. 3 (Zhul Verna Station – Starovokzalna Station).
Additionally, significant passenger volumes are observed on bus route No. 99 (Lytovskyi Avenue / Minskyi District – Minska Metro Station). At the other end of the spectrum, the lowest passenger traffic is recorded on bus route No. 54 (Pokilska Street / Mykhailo Spivak Square – Vydubychi Metro Station).
Starting June 28, 2026, the Kyiv City Express service will resume operations between Pochaina and Raiduzhnyi stations. Repairs to the bridge connecting these two stops took nearly two months to complete. In response to these changes, the Department of Transport Infrastructure stated:
“The route network of Kyivpastrans municipal enterprise is organized based on available staffing resources and current passenger needs. The company continuously analyzes passenger flows, works on optimizing the route network, and takes measures to improve the quality of public transport services for residents.”
Furthermore, the EBRD’s Board of Directors has approved a €150 million loan to modernize Kyiv’s metro. This funding is expected to improve infrastructure and boost the efficiency of the subway system in Ukraine’s capital.
The restart of Kyiv City Express and the metro modernization are key steps toward enhancing Kyiv’s transport infrastructure. Increased investment in public transit could help reduce traffic congestion and improve passenger comfort. The passenger flow data also highlights the need for ongoing route optimization to better meet the city’s transportation demands.
As Kyiv continues to enhance its public transport infrastructure, changes are also being implemented in the bus routes to accommodate various events in the city. For instance, recently, routes 46 and 112 were modified due to a fair, affecting passenger flow in those areas. Understanding these adjustments is crucial for commuters looking to navigate the city efficiently. To learn more about the recent rerouting of bus services, visit the latest updates on bus route changes.