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The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Chișinău to Iași is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chișinău to Iași will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £9.
On Mon 02 Nov, we found 25 buses from Chișinău to Iași, including 25 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 3 h 16 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 30 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
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Buses from Chișinău to Iași run on average 31 times per day, taking around 3h 51m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £7 if you book in advance.
There are 31 coaches per day. The earliest coach runs at 01:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest coach covers the 97 km distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price £7 |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 1:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sept |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Thu |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Use these quick route answers to check fares, travel time, departure options, and direct services before booking from Chișinău to Iași.
The table below shows live departures for Chișinău to Iași coaches for today, Sunday 1 November. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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7573652 | 5:20 Chișinău | 4h10 | 9:30 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 5:20 Chișinău | 3h50 | 9:10 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
7573652 | 6:00 Chișinău | 3h30 | 9:30 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 6:15 Chișinău | 3h45 | 10:00 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 6:45 Chișinău | 4h10 | 10:55 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
7708952 | 7:00 Chișinău | 3h00 | 10:00 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
7717573 | 7:30 Chișinău | 3h20 | 10:50 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 8:30 Chișinău | 3h55 | 12:25 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
7717574 | 9:00 Chișinău | 4h20 | 13:20 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 9:50 Chișinău | 4h10 | 14:00 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
7717469 | 10:30 Chișinău | 3h55 | 14:25 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
7714084 | 11:10 Chișinău | 3h00 | 14:10 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 12:00 Chișinău | 3h30 | 15:30 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
6919322 | 13:00 Chișinău | 3h00 | 16:00 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
7664990 | 13:00 Chișinău | 4h00 | 17:00 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 13:00 Chișinău | 4h00 | 17:00 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 13:30 Chișinău | 3h55 | 17:25 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
7567206 | 18:30 Chișinău | 4h30 | 23:00 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
7567206 | 19:30 Chișinău | 3h30 | 23:00 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 20:30 Chișinău | 3h55 | 0:25 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
7490981 | 22:30 Chișinău | 3h50 | 2:20 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 23:45 Chișinău | 3h55 | 3:40 Iași | 0 changesdirect | |
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Art museum inside Palatul Culturii with Romanian and European works in elegant historic rooms.
Science museum with historic exhibits on natural history, suitable for visitors interested in geology and biodiversity.
Museum dedicated to the Union of the Romanian Principalities, displayed in a stately former residence near the centre.
Broad central boulevard linking major landmarks, ideal for walking between theatres, churches, and palaces.
Large hillside botanical garden with themed sections, lakes, and seasonal displays popular with locals and visitors.
Popular park around a lake, known for walking paths, pedal boats, and a relaxed atmosphere close to the centre.
Moldavian sour soup with beef or chicken, vegetables and bors. A staple in Iași and wider Moldova, valued for its bright, hearty flavour.
Cornmeal porridge central to Moldavian cooking, often served with brânză and smântână. Simple rural food closely tied to the region’s identity.
Cabbage rolls filled traditionally with pork and rice, simmered slowly and served with mămăligă. Essential at family meals and festive tables.
Traditional Romanian restaurant near the centre, known for Moldavian dishes, grilled meats and a warm rustic atmosphere.
Elegant restaurant in the city centre serving refined Romanian and international plates in a polished, historic setting.
Popular city-centre restaurant for Romanian comfort food, soups and meat dishes, with a casual atmosphere suited to everyday dining.
Budget-friendly by EU standards: hotels, meals and local transport are generally cheaper than in Bucharest and many Central European city breaks.
Service is not always included. Tip 5-10% in restaurants for good service, round up for cafés, and round up or add 5-10% for taxis if helpful.
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Chișinău to Iași by coach. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest coach, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Iași, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Chișinău to Iași buses use the Chișinău to Iași station pair. Use this guide to compare Chișinău and Iași bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
Chișinău has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Chișinău. ATMs are available at Chișinău.
Ticket office support is available at Chișinău.
Available at Chișinău: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chișinău: No specific accessibility provisions in place.
Chisinau, Autogara de Nord is 2 km from Chișinău city centre. Public transport options include:
Chisinau, Autogara de Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Chisinau, Autogara de Nord. ATMs are inside the main hall.
Ticket office support is available at Chisinau, Autogara de Nord.
Available at Chisinau, Autogara de Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Chisinau, Autogara de Nord: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
Iași has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi is available at Iași. ATMs are available at Iași.
Ticket office support is available at Iași.
Available at Iași: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility facilities are available at Iași: Wheelchair ramps available.
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