Bus Chișinău – Mykolaiv
from about 1,398 ₴
5–7 hThe Chișinău – Mykolaiv bus covers about 330 km, takes roughly 5–7 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance. Tickets start at roughly 1,398 ₴ for a reservation paid to the driver in local currency — the exact fare depends on the carrier, the date and the departure time. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
- Distance
- 330 km
- Travel time
- 5–7 h
Chișinău – Mykolaiv bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:30Avtovokzal "Pivnichnyi" | 09:45Avtostantsiia "Pivdenna" | 8h 15min | daily | ORIONBUS |
| 02:40Avtovokzal "Pivnichnyi", vulytsia Moshylor; budynok 2/1 | 09:20Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", Bohoiavlenskyi prospekt; budynok 21 | 6h 40min | daily | FIRMA ALGALIA SRL |
| 03:00Airport | 10:00Bus Station | 7h | daily | LikeBus |
| 03:10Avtovokzal "Pivnichnyi", vulytsia Moshylor; budynok 2/1 | 09:45Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", Bohoiavlenskyi prospekt; budynok 21 | 6h 35min | daily | FIRMA ALGALIA SRL |
| 03:40Aeroport, bd. Dacia, 80/3 | 10:20Avtovokzal, Bohoiavlenskyi prospekt, 21 | 6h 40mintransfers: 1 | daily | MK BUS |
| 04:00Zupynka "Aeroport Kyshyniv" (bilia AZS Lukoil), bulvar Dachyia; dom 87 | 09:50Zupynka "Torhivelnyi tsentr "Siti Tsentr" (zi storony vul. Sadova), vulytsia Sadova | 5h 50mintransfers: 1 | daily | АВТОЕКСПРЕС-ДНІПРО ПП |
| 04:50Aeroport Kyshyniv (bilia AZS Lukoil), bulvar Dachiia | 12:10Zupynka "Torhivelnyi tsentr "Siti Tsentr" (zi storony vul. Sadova), vulytsia Sadova | 7h 20mintransfers: 1 | daily | АВТОЕКСПРЕС-ДНІПРО ПП |
| 06:20Gs station "Rompetromol" | 15:20Bus Station | 9h | daily | LikeBus |
| 09:25Avtovokzal "Pivnichnyi", vulytsia Moshylor; budynok 2/1 | 16:20Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", Bohoiavlenskyi prospekt; budynok 21 | 6h 55min | daily | FIRMA ALGALIA SRL |
| 10:20Aeroport Kyshyniv (bilia AZS Lukoil), bulvar Dachiia | 16:20Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", Bohoiavlenskyi prospekt; budynok 21 | 6htransfers: 1 | daily | МАКС ТРАНС ЛТД ТОВ |
| 10:40Zupynka "Aeroport", bulvar Dachiia; budynok 80/3 | 16:20Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", Bohoiavlenskyi prospekt; budynok 21 | 5h 40min | daily | FIRMA ALGALIA SRL |
| 12:40Airport | 19:05Bus Station | 6h 25min | daily | LikeBus |
| 15:30Zupynka "Aeroport", bulvar Dachiia; budynok 80/3 | 21:50Zupynka "TRTs City Center", prospekt Tsentralnyi; budynok 98 | 6h 20mintransfers: 1 | daily | АВТОЛАЙН ОДЕСА ТОВ |
| 16:20Avtovokzal "Pivnichnyi", vulytsia Moshylor; budynok 2/1 | 00:10Zupynka "Torhivelnyi tsentr "Siti Tsentr" (zi storony vul. Sadova), vulytsia Sadova | 7h 50mintransfers: 1 | daily | АВТОЕКСПРЕС-ДНІПРО ПП |
| 16:40Zupynka "Aeroport Kyshyniv" (bilia AZS Lukoil), bulvar Dachyia; dom 87 | 23:40Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", Bohoiavlenskyi prospekt; budynok 21 | 7htransfers: 1 | daily | СЕВЕР-АВТО ТОВ |
| 17:30Aeroport Kyshyniv (bilia AZS Lukoil), bulvar Dachiia | 00:10Zupynka "Torhivelnyi tsentr "Siti Tsentr" (zi storony vul. Sadova), vulytsia Sadova | 6h 40mintransfers: 1 | daily | АВТОЕКСПРЕС-ДНІПРО ПП |
Cheapest departure in the 15-day sample — Oct 19, from 1398 ₴.
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-10-05. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Chișinău – Mykolaiv route
The Chișinău to Mykolaiv coach covers roughly 330 kilometres in five to seven hours, and for most travellers it is a journey back home — Ukrainian students heading from their studies, workers returning to family for a short visit, and Moldovans setting off to see relatives in southern Ukraine. The route crosses the Moldova–Ukraine border, so keep your international passport handy; the checkpoint adds a little to the overall travel time. Buses usually depart from the Chișinău central bus station and drop passengers at Mykolaiv's main terminal, with easy onward connections by city transport or taxi.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the trip from Chișinău to Mykolaiv take?
Usually 5 to 7 hours for the roughly 330 km distance. The exact time depends on the border situation and traffic.
Do I need an international passport for this route?
Yes, the route crosses the Moldova–Ukraine border, so a valid international passport is required. Keep it ready for border control.
Where does the bus depart in Chișinău and arrive in Mykolaiv?
Departure is usually from the Chișinău central bus station, with arrival at Mykolaiv's main terminal. Check the exact boarding address in the trip details when booking.
Are there night departures on this route?
Schedules vary by carrier and season, so both daytime and evening departures are possible. Check the current departure times in the search results for your chosen date.
How much is a Chișinău – Mykolaiv ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at roughly 1,398 ₴ — a reservation paid to the driver in local currency, so the hryvnia figure is indicative. A seat can be bought online by card, or reserved and paid to the driver on boarding. No account is needed: you can order as a guest and the confirmation arrives by email.
How many buses run on the Chișinău – Mykolaiv route?
The typical schedule has up to 16 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 01:30, the last at 17:30. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Chișinău – Mykolaiv route?
Carriers on this route: ORIONBUS, FIRMA ALGALIA SRL, LikeBus, MK BUS, АВТОЕКСПРЕС-ДНІПРО ПП, МАКС ТРАНС ЛТД ТОВ, АВТОЛАЙН ОДЕСА ТОВ, СЕВЕР-АВТО ТОВ. The line-up depends on the travel date.