Bus Chișinău – Odesa
from 800 ₴
4–6 hThe Chișinău – Odesa bus covers about 190 km, takes roughly 4–6 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance.
- Distance
- 190 km
- Travel time
- 4–6 h
Chișinău – Odesa bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01:20Avtobusna zupynka, navproty AZS "Lukoil" | 05:20Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2 | 4h | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 02:40Avtobusna zupynka, navproty AZS "Lukoil" | 06:40Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2 | 4h | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 03:30Avtobusna zupynka, navproty AZS "Lukoil" | 07:20Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2 | 3h 50min | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 04:00Zupynka "Aeroport Kyshyniv" (bilia AZS Lukoil), bulvar Dachyia; dom 87 | 07:35Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vulytsia Kolontaivskaia; budynok 58 | 3h 35min | daily | АВТОЕКСПРЕС-ДНІПРО ПП |
| 05:40Avtobusna zupynka, navproty AZS "Lukoil" | 09:20Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2 | 3h 40min | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 07:10Avtobusna zupynka, navproty AZS "Lukoil" | 11:10Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2 | 4h | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 08:00Aэroport bulvar Dachiia, 87, bus stop near the gas station "Lukoil" | 13:30AS "Pryvokzalna" pl. Starosinna, 1B | 5h 30min | daily | LIKEBUS |
| 09:10Avtobusna zupynka, navproty AZS "Lukoil" | 12:30Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2 | 3h 20min | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 11:10Avtobusna zupynka, navproty AZS "Lukoil" | 15:10Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2 | 4h | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 12:20Avtobusna zupynka, navproty AZS "Lukoil" | 15:50Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2 | 3h 30min | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 13:40Avtobusna zupynka, navproty AZS "Lukoil" | 17:40Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2 | 4h | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 15:30Zupynka "Aeroport", bulvar Dachiia; budynok 80/3 | 19:00Avtostantsiia "Pryvokzalna", vulytsia Starosinna; budynok 1-B | 3h 30mintransfers: 1 | daily | АВТОЛАЙН ОДЕСА ТОВ |
| 16:30Avtovokzal "Pivnichnyi", vulytsia Moshylor; budynok 2/1 | 23:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", vulytsia Kolontaivskaia; budynok 58 | 6h 30min | daily | ТРАНСМАРІН ТОВ |
| 17:30Aэroport bulvar Dachiia, 87, bus stop near the gas station "Lukoil" | 21:40AS "Pryvokzalna" pl. Starosinna, 1B | 4h 10min | daily | LIKEBUS |
| 18:30Airport Bulevardul Dacia, 80/3, monument "Litak TU 134" (naproty AZS Lukoil) | 23:00Avtovokzal Odesa, vul. Kolontaivska, 58 (platforma 1-2) | 4h 30min | daily | EuroClub |
| 23:55Avtobusna zupynka, navproty AZS "Lukoil" | 03:40Avtostantsiia "Starosinna", pl. Starosinna, 1a-2 | 3h 45min | Mon, Tue, Wed, Sat, Sun | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-07-21. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Chișinău – Odesa route
The Chișinău to Odesa bus is mostly a homecoming run — Ukrainian students heading back for the break, workers returning to family, and Moldovan travellers visiting the coast or relatives across the border. It's a short, familiar trip of roughly 190 km, usually 4 to 6 hours depending on the queue at the Moldova–Ukraine crossing. Buses leave Chișinău from the Southern coach station and central stops, then pull into Odesa at the Pryvoz area or the main coach terminal on Kolontaivska, both within easy reach of the centre and railway station. You pay by card online in hryvnia, the full fare upfront, with nothing extra owed to the driver. Just arrive with your passport a few minutes before departure and take your seat.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the bus from Chișinău to Odesa?
Usually 4 to 6 hours over a distance of about 190 km. The exact time depends on the queue at the Moldova–Ukraine border and traffic on the route.
Do I need a passport for the Chișinău to Odesa bus?
Yes, this is an international route with a border crossing, so a valid passport is required. Travellers who need a visa to enter Ukraine should arrange it in advance.
How do I pay for the ticket?
Payment is made by card online in hryvnia at the time of booking — the full amount at once. There's nothing extra to pay the driver when boarding.
Where does the bus depart in Chișinău and arrive in Odesa?
Departure is mostly from the Southern coach station and central stops in Chișinău. In Odesa buses arrive in the Pryvoz area or at the main coach terminal on Kolontaivska. Check your ticket for the exact address.
Are there night buses from Chișinău to Odesa?
Yes, the route has daytime as well as evening and night departures. Check the search form for the available trips and departure times on your chosen date.
How many buses run on the Chișinău – Odesa route?
The typical schedule has up to 16 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 01:20, the last at 23:55. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Chișinău – Odesa route?
Carriers on this route: ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO", АВТОЕКСПРЕС-ДНІПРО ПП, LIKEBUS, АВТОЛАЙН ОДЕСА ТОВ, ТРАНСМАРІН ТОВ, EuroClub. The line-up depends on the travel date.