THE SHORT VERSION
Chișinău to Bucharest at a glance.
- From
- Chișinău
- To
- Bucharest București
- Road distance
- About 451 km
- Straight line
- 357 km
- Car time, no stops
- ~6 h 15 min buses take longer
- Return route
- Bucharest to Chișinău →
- Border
- Moldova → Romania. Passport and visa rules apply
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THE DETAILS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Right place. Right bus. Better start.
Leaving Chișinău
Boarding points depend on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from their office or your hotel. Your ticket shows the exact place and check-in time.
Arriving in Bucharest
Ask the seller where the service ends in Bucharest. A town-name stop can be a bus station some way from the centre, and the last stretch to your accommodation is usually up to you.
Keep the essentials offline
Save your ticket, the exact meeting point and the operator's phone number before you set off. Follow the check-in time on your confirmation.
KEEP GOING
From Bucharest, the road continues.
Other ways to reach Bucharest
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GOOD QUESTIONS
Before you take your seat.
How far is Chișinău from Bucharest by road?+
About 451 km by road (357 km in a straight line). Distance is an OpenStreetMap routing estimate, not an operator figure.
How long does the bus from Chișinău to Bucharest take?+
We don't publish timetables. As a guide, the drive takes roughly 6 h 15 min by car without stops; bus journeys are usually longer. Check the duration of your chosen departure on 12Go before booking.
Where does the bus leave from in Chișinău?+
It depends on the operator: some use the local bus station, others collect from offices or hotels. Your ticket shows the exact boarding point.
Is there a bus back from Bucharest to Chișinău?+
Yes, 12Go also lists services in the opposite direction. See our Bucharest to Chișinău guide.
Where does the bus from Chișinău arrive in Bucharest?+
It depends on the operator. Some services end at the local bus station, others at an office or a stop on the main road. Ask the seller for the drop-off address before you book.
What kind of bus runs from Chișinău to Bucharest?+
It varies by operator and departure. Routes in this region are served by a mix of sleeper buses, seated coaches and smaller limousine vans. Check the vehicle type, seat layout and luggage allowance for your departure on 12Go before you book.
Can I book the Chișinău to Bucharest bus online?+
Yes. 12Go lists departures on this route. You choose a date, compare operators and pay online, and the provider issues the ticket. BusConnects doesn't sell tickets itself.
Where can I go next from Bucharest by bus?+
Direct buses from Bucharest include Budapest, Athens, Otopeni, Giurgiu, Ruse and more. See all connections on our Bucharest bus page.
Do I need a visa to take the bus from Chișinău to Bucharest?+
This journey crosses from Moldova into Romania. Check the current entry and visa rules for your nationality before you travel, and keep your passport with you on the bus.
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Route listed in 12Go's public route index (checked 2026-10-09). Distance: OpenStreetMap data via OSRM (approximate driving distance). Listings change and are not live inventory. Confirm the departure, pickup, price and conditions before paying.
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