Bus Kyiv – Chișinău
from 1,450 ₴when reserved and paid to the driver
8–10 hThe Kyiv – Chișinău bus covers about 480 km, takes roughly 8–10 h. Departures run regularly, several times a day, and tickets can be booked online in advance. Tickets start at 1,450 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver — 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
- 480 km
- Travel time
- 8–10 h
Kyiv – Chișinău bus schedule
| Departure | Arrival | Duration | Running days | Carrier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06:00Bus station "Persha" | 20:30Airport | 14h 30min | daily | LikeBus |
| 06:00TTs "NOVUS", vul. Zdolbunivska, 7H (parkovka cherez dorohu vid TTs, bilia AZS "WOG") | 20:10Avtovokzal "Pivnichnyi", vul. Kalia Moshilor, 2/1 | 14h 10min | daily | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 07:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", prospekt Nauky, 1/2, platforma 12 | 20:10Avtovokzal "Pivnichnyi", vul. Kalia Moshilor, 2/1 | 13h 10min | daily | ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO" |
| 07:30Bus station "Persha" | 21:00Airport | 13h 30min | daily | LikeBus |
| 08:50Bus stop "Gatne" | 21:00Airport | 12h 10min | daily | LikeBus |
| 11:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", metro Demiivska; prospekt Nauky; budynok 1/2 | 22:10Avtovokzal "Pivnichnyi", vulytsia Moshylor; budynok 2/1 | 11h 10min | daily | ТРАНСМАРІН ТОВ |
| 14:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi", metro Demiivska, pr. Nauky 1/2, platformy 5-6 | 02:00Aeroport, bilia AZS Lukoil, Bulevardul Dacia 87 | 12h | daily | Günsel lines |
| 14:30Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 01:15Airport | 10h 45min | daily | LikeBus |
| 15:50Bus stop "Gatne" | 02:00Аеропорт | 10h 10min | daily | LikeBus |
| 16:30Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 03:00Аеропорт | 10h 30min | daily | LikeBus |
| 19:00Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 08:00Gs station "Rompetromol" | 13h | daily | LikeBus |
| 19:30AS Kyiv (Central Train Station) | 08:30Airport | 13h | daily | LikeBus |
| 20:30A/c “Kyiv“, bilia zaliznychnoho vokzalu (S. Petliury, 32) platf 11-17 | 09:10Airport Bulevardul Dacia, 80/3, monument "Litak TU 134" (naproty AZS Lukoil) | 12h 40min | daily | EuroClub |
| 22:30Bus stop "Gatne" | 11:00Airport | 12h 30min | daily | LikeBus |
| 23:30Avtovokzal "Tsentralnyi" | 13:00Airport | 13h 30min | daily | LikeBus |
| 23:45Bus stop "Gatne" | 13:00Airport | 13h 15min | daily | LikeBus |
Cheapest departure in the 15-day sample — Oct 9, from 1450 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver.
Typical schedule from search data as of 2026-09-24. Check the search above for departures and seat availability on a specific date.
About the Kyiv – Chișinău route
The Kyiv to Chișinău bus links the two capitals via Vinnytsia or Uman and the Ukraine–Moldova border crossing at Mohyliv-Podilskyi / Otaci on the Dniester, or Palanca further south. The trip runs 8–10 hours depending on the route and the queue at the border, where documents and transit are checked. Travellers include students, migrant workers, families visiting relatives and small cross-border traders. The schedule favours evening and overnight departures from Kyiv stations, so you arrive in central Chișinău by morning. Check the current timetable and pick a departure with a convenient border-crossing time.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the Kyiv to Chișinău bus?
The trip takes roughly 8–10 hours. The exact time depends on the route (via Vinnytsia or Uman), the chosen border crossing and the queue at the Ukraine–Moldova frontier. Overnight services are often quicker thanks to lighter traffic.
What documents do I need to travel to Moldova?
You need a valid biometric international passport to cross the border. Ukrainian citizens can enter Moldova visa-free. Expect possible queues and document checks at the crossing, so allow extra time for border control.
Are there overnight Kyiv to Chișinău buses?
Yes, most departures leave in the evening or at night to arrive in Chișinău by morning. This suits travellers who don't want to spend a working day on the road. Check the current departures in the schedule when searching for tickets.
Where does the bus depart from in Kyiv?
Departures are usually from Kyiv bus stations — most often the Central Bus Station or terminals near metro stops. The exact boarding point is shown on your ticket and in the details of your chosen trip, so check it before you travel.
How much is a Kyiv – Chișinău ticket and how do I pay?
As of the latest schedule snapshot, tickets start at 1,450 ₴ when reserved and paid to the driver; the exact fare depends on the carrier and the date. 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 Kyiv – Chișinău route?
The typical schedule has up to 16 departures a day. The first bus leaves at 06:00, the last at 23:45. Check the search above for departures on a specific date.
Which carriers operate the Kyiv – Chișinău route?
Carriers on this route: LikeBus, ООО "SARVALTEH AUTO", ТРАНСМАРІН ТОВ, Günsel lines, EuroClub. The line-up depends on the travel date.