The Chernivtsi — Chisinau route looks straightforward: 450 km, roughly 6 hours on the road. But first-time travellers often hit a few surprises. NextAirBus runs this route daily — here are answers to the questions we hear most often.
What documents do you need?
For Ukrainian citizens, entry to Moldova is visa-free. You need:
- A valid international passport, or
- A biometric ID card
Internal passport booklets are not accepted at the border. Travelling with a child? Bring a birth certificate; if one parent is absent, a notarised consent letter is required.
Which border crossing do we use?
NextAirBus uses Porubne (Ukraine) — Mamaliiga (Moldova) — the closest and most convenient checkpoint on the Chernivtsi–Chisinau route. About 50 km from Chernivtsi to the border. Average wait: 40–90 minutes on weekdays.
What currency is used in Moldova?
The official currency is the Moldovan leu (MDL). Rate is roughly 1 EUR = 19–20 MDL. Exchange offices are in the airport, banks, and shopping centres across Chisinau. Most restaurants and shops accept Visa/Mastercard.
How much does the transfer cost?
NextAirBus offers scheduled seats from 50 € per person and private transfers from 100 € per vehicle (1–3 passengers). A group of four on a minibus pays around €37 each — often cheaper than connecting flights.
What to pack for the journey
- ✅ Passport or ID card
- ✅ Cash in lei or a bank card
- ✅ Charging cable (our minibus has USB and 220V sockets)
- ✅ Snacks for the road
- ✅ First-aid kit if needed
Book via the NextAirBus website, Telegram, or call +380 99 224 36 27. We reply within 15 minutes.
We reply within 15 minutes. Minibus up to 8 seats, Wi-Fi, A/C.