How far is Chişinău from Bucharest by coach?

The distance between Bucharest and Chişinău by coach is approximately 222 miles (358 km).

Is there a way to reach Chişinău from Bucharest without a car?

You can travel to Chişinău from Bucharest by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Bus Bucharest to Chişinău from £28 | Refundable Tickets

Next bus departures

Next departures from Bucharest to Chişinău on 14 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Otopeni Airport (OTP)	7h 55m	23:55	Gara Centrala	Cheapest
Bus	10:00	Bucuresti Airport Otopeni Bus Stop	7h 50m	17:50	Gara Nord	Fastest
Bus	09:00	Autogara Filaret	8h 50m	17:50	Gara Nord	No tags
Bus	20:00	Autogara Filaret	9h 25m	05:25	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	10:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	9h	19:00	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	13:00	Autogara Filaret	9h	22:00	Gara Nord	No tags
Bus	20:35	Bucharest Airport (OTP)	8h 50m	05:25	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	15:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	8h 55m	23:55	Gara Centrala	No tags

Next departures from Bucharest to Chişinău on 15 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Otopeni Airport (OTP)	7h 55m	23:55	Gara Centrala	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Bucuresti Airport Otopeni Bus Stop	7h 35m	08:20	Gara Nord	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Autogara Filaret	8h 45m	11:45	Gara Nord	No tags
Bus	20:00	Autogara Filaret	9h 25m	05:25	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	10:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	9h	19:00	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	09:00	Autogara Filaret	8h 50m	17:50	Gara Nord	No tags
Bus	20:35	Bucharest Airport (OTP)	8h 50m	05:25	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	15:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	8h 55m	23:55	Gara Centrala	No tags

Next departures from Bucharest to Chişinău on 16 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	9h	19:00	Gara Centrala	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Bucuresti Airport Otopeni Bus Stop	7h 35m	08:20	Gara Nord	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Autogara Filaret	8h 45m	11:45	Gara Nord	No tags
Bus	20:00	Autogara Filaret	9h 25m	05:25	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	13:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	10h	23:00	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	09:00	Autogara Filaret	8h 50m	17:50	Gara Nord	No tags
Bus	20:35	Bucharest Airport (OTP)	8h 50m	05:25	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	15:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	8h 55m	23:55	Gara Centrala	No tags

Next departures from Bucharest to Chişinău on 18 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	16:00	Otopeni Airport (OTP)	7h 55m	23:55	Gara Centrala	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Bucuresti Airport Otopeni Bus Stop	7h 35m	08:20	Gara Nord	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Autogara Filaret	8h 45m	11:45	Gara Nord	No tags
Bus	20:00	Autogara Filaret	9h 25m	05:25	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	10:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	9h	19:00	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	09:00	Autogara Filaret	8h 50m	17:50	Gara Nord	No tags
Bus	20:35	Bucharest Airport (OTP)	8h 50m	05:25	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	13:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	10h	23:00	Gara Centrala	No tags

Next departures from Bucharest to Chişinău on 19 November
Vehicle type	Departure time	Departure location	Trip duration	Arrival time	Arrival location	Recommended
Bus	10:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	9h	19:00	Gara Centrala	Cheapest
Bus	00:45	Bucuresti Airport Otopeni Bus Stop	7h 35m	08:20	Gara Nord	Fastest
Bus	03:00	Autogara Filaret	8h 45m	11:45	Gara Nord	No tags
Bus	20:00	Autogara Filaret	9h 25m	05:25	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	13:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	10h	23:00	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	09:00	Autogara Filaret	8h 50m	17:50	Gara Nord	No tags
Bus	20:35	Bucharest Airport (OTP)	8h 50m	05:25	Gara Centrala	No tags
Bus	21:00	Bucharest, Bucharest Autogara Filaret	9h	06:00	Gara Centrala	No tags

Last refresh of the prices: Yesterday at 17:25 EET.

Get from Bucharest to Chişinău

This route is served by bus only

The journey takes about 8 hours 35 minutes, and with fares starting at just £31, it presents an excellent value for a comfortable ride.

20bus per day

8h 35mAverage duration

215 milesDistance

9kgCO₂ emissions

Compare bus companies

Gal Transervice SRL

4/541 reviews

Staff3.9

Timeliness4.5

Cleanliness4.9

WiFi4

Based on 41 reviews, the company was rated 4 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the seats but often complained with the power outlets. Gal Transervice SRL ticket prices on this trip start at £35

FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. Bucharest Chişinău recent customer reviews

Driver was excellent

Siobhan D.

22 September 2025

Excellent service and courteous driver

Raul O.

8 May 2022

MirTrans-Express

3/57 reviews

Staff4.3

Timeliness2.8

Cleanliness5

WiFi2.5

Based on 7 reviews, the company was rated 3.2 stars on Busbud. Travellers were especially satisfied with the cleanliness and the staff but often complained with the Wi-Fi. MirTrans-Express ticket prices on this trip start at £31

MirTrans-Express Bucharest Chişinău recent customer reviews

Really bad the guy left us at the border while officers were checking our passports

Valdrin M.

16 November 2023

The bus got into an accident and we did not arrive to a final destination.

Irina M.

20 July 2023

Infobus

4/5490 reviews

Staff4.6

Timeliness4.4

Cleanliness4.8

WiFi3.8

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Where are the popular stops in Bucharest and Chişinău?

Stops in Bucharest

A - Bucharest Airport

B - Autogara Filaret

C - Militari

D - Rahova

E - Bükreş Filaret Otogar (Bucureşti Filaret)

F - Piata Natiunile Unite

Stops in Chişinău

A - Gara Nord

B - Gara Sud

C - Gara Feroviară

D - Chisinau

E - Strada Mitropolit Varlaam

Frequently asked questions about travelling by bus from Bucharest to Chişinău

How far is Chişinău from Bucharest by coach?
The distance between Bucharest and Chişinău by coach is approximately 222 miles (358 km).
Is there a way to reach Chişinău from Bucharest without a car?
You can travel to Chişinău from Bucharest by coach, which provides a smooth ride and an affordable and convenient trip. Depending on your preferences, another alternative is to explore ridesharing trips.

Find cheapest prices for buses

Price is for a one-way ticket for one passenger and based on past searches.

Best price found

12/11

£28

13/11

£28

Today

£28

15/11

£28

16/11

£28

17/11

£28

18/11

£28

19/11

£28

The cheapest trip from Bucharest to Chişinău was searched and found on 17 Nov 2025 with a price of £28

To save money and be sure you have the best seat, it's a good idea to buy your bus tickets from Bucharest to Chişinău as early as possible.

You can expect to pay from £28 to £33 for a bus ticket from Bucharest to Chişinău based on the last 2 days. You can expect to find the cheapest price for the trip at £28, which is on 2025-11-17.

Usually Infobus will charge you higher prices for tickets closer to the departure date. To find the best prices, you should be flexible on your date of travel.