There have been a number of documented reports of criminal acts occurring on trains, including gassings and robberies. Therefore, special care should be taken on subways, buses, and trams. Americans should avoid traveling alone, particularly via mass transit or at night. The loss or theft abroad of a U.S. passport should be reported immediately to the local police and the nearest U.S. embassy or consulate. Travel between cities at night and in winter can be particularly treacherous.
Major roads are drivable during daylight hours.
Roadside services, such as gas stations and repair facilities, exist but are inadequate. Travelers should plan accordingly. Ukraine is a cash economy. Traveler's checks and credit cards are gaining wider acceptance in larger cities. Use of credit cards is limited to better hotels, Western-style restaurants, international airlines and select stores.