Uklon, a subsidiary of Kyivstar Group Ltd., launched a new “Travel” service in its mobile app on March 25, 2026, allowing users to purchase domestic and international bus tickets directly within the application.
The launch is part of Uklon’s strategy to evolve from a ride‑hailing platform into a broader mobility ecosystem that also includes delivery, advertising, and now intercity travel booking. The service appears on the main screen, letting users select departure, destination, and date, after which the app lists carrier options and prices.
Uklon’s move comes amid limited air travel and strained rail capacity in Ukraine, conditions that have intensified demand for alternative ground transport. The company’s 3.8 million monthly active users and an annualized revenue run rate above $100 million provide a ready customer base for the new vertical.
Kyivstar, which acquired Uklon in March 2025, reported Q4 2025 revenue of $321 million, a 28 % year‑over‑year increase, and full‑year revenue of $1.197 billion, a 26 % rise. The group plans to invest $1 billion in Ukraine between 2023 and 2027, positioning the travel service as a key component of its digital ecosystem strategy.
Uklon operates in 27 Ukrainian cities and in Tashkent, Uzbekistan, giving it a geographic footprint that supports cross‑border bus routes. The new Travel service will allow users to book tickets to destinations across Ukraine and to Europe, filling a gap left by disrupted air and rail services.
CEO Serhii Hryshkov said the launch “is our next step in building the Uklon ecosystem, where our products and services are present in various aspects of users’ lives.” He added that the company’s seasonal Ski Bus to Bukovel had proven high demand, and that the new service would give users a single entry point for planning trips amid the current transportation constraints.
By integrating bus ticket booking into its existing app, Uklon aims to increase customer stickiness and generate a new revenue stream. The expansion aligns with Kyivstar’s broader goal of transforming from a traditional mobile operator into a diversified digital platform, leveraging its investment in digital services and the ongoing need for reliable mobility solutions in a war‑torn country.
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