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Muzeul Național de Artă al Moldovei
Leading fine arts museum with Moldovan and European works in restored historic buildings. A strong choice for painting, sculpture and temporary shows.
Cheapest price on 24 Sept
£14
Average ticket price on 24 Sept
£14
Fastest journey on 24 Sept
2 h 50 m
Average journey duration on 24 Sept
3 h
Buses on 24 Sept
28
Distance
97 km
The best way to find a cheap coach ticket from Iași to Chișinău is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Iași to Chișinău will cost around £14 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £14.
On Thu 24 Sept, we found 28 buses from Iași to Chișinău, including 28 direct services.
These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 3 h but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 50 m .
The slowest buses will take 3 h 10 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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0Omio recommends booking the coach as it is the most popular option from Iași to Chișinău among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £15 For those with little time, consider booking a coach, which has an average total journey time of 4h 1m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £15, while a coach costs an average of £15.
Distance: 97 km
Most popular Coach | Driving |
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£15 Average Price Cheapest | £22 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
4h 1m Average total duration Fastest 3h 31m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 2h 37m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
![]() Most popular bus company | Your own car or car rental |
Direct Options | Direct Options |
The table below shows live departures for Iași to Chișinău coaches for today, Wednesday 23 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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6748638 | 17:30 Iași | 3h20 | 20:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7547453 | 17:45 Iași | 4h50 | 22:35 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7550799 | 18:00 Iași | 3h30 | 21:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7539042 | 18:30 Iași | 4h10 | 22:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7539042 | 18:30 Iași | 3h10 | 21:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7550738 | 19:00 Iași | 3h50 | 22:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7550110 | 19:30 Iași | 3h30 | 23:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7550110 | 19:30 Iași | 4h30 | 0:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7550260 | 20:30 Iași | 3h20 | 23:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7550260 | 20:30 Iași | 3h35 | 0:05 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7550739 | 23:30 Iași | 3h50 | 3:20 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| Thursday 24 September | |||||
7461216 | 1:10 Iași | 3h30 | 4:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7487545 | 2:00 Iași | 4h10 | 6:10 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7491142 | 3:30 Iași | 3h00 | 6:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7497413 | 4:30 Iași | 3h30 | 8:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7255270 | 11:10 Iași | 2h50 | 14:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7255270 | 11:10 Iași | 3h20 | 14:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7255270 | 11:10 Iași | 3h40 | 14:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 11:45 Iași | 3h50 | 15:35 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 12:30 Iași | 4h50 | 17:20 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 12:45 Iași | 4h15 | 17:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7408088 | 14:00 Iași | 3h20 | 17:20 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
7408088 | 14:00 Iași | 3h00 | 17:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 16:00 Iași | 4h00 | 20:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 16:15 Iași | 3h15 | 19:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 16:30 Iași | 3h10 | 19:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
0 | 16:30 Iași | 4h10 | 20:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
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Buses from Iași to Chișinău run on average 43 times per day, taking around 3h 31m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 if you book in advance.
There are 43 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 30m.
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 3h 31m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 43 |
Direct buses 43 |
Fastest bus 2h 30m |
First bus 1:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month Sept |
Cheapest Day Sun |
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Low Season Jan - Mar |
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Best time to book 28 days |
Discover the best of Chișinău — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chișinău trip today.
Leading fine arts museum with Moldovan and European works in restored historic buildings. A strong choice for painting, sculpture and temporary shows.
Main history museum covering archaeology, statehood and cultural heritage. Visit for an accessible overview of Moldova’s past and identity.
Ethnography and natural history museum in a distinctive historic building. It presents folk culture, wildlife and traditional rural life.
The city’s main boulevard, lined with civic buildings, shops and monuments. Ideal for a first walk and for seeing central Chișinău life.
Large central park with shaded paths, benches and a literary atmosphere. It is a pleasant break between museums and nearby landmarks.
Broad public square facing the cathedral and triumphal arch. It is a key meeting point and a convenient place to understand the city centre.
Mămăligă is a maize porridge, often served with brânză, smântână and stew. It is a rural staple and one of Moldova’s best-known traditional foods.
Zeamă is a traditional sour chicken soup with homemade noodles and herbs. It is a comforting national classic, especially valued after celebrations.
Sarmale are cabbage or vine leaves stuffed with rice and minced meat, then slowly cooked. They are central to family meals and festive tables.
Well-known wine-focused restaurant serving Moldovan cuisine in a refined setting. Good for local bottles, meat dishes and a more polished evening meal.
Elegant restaurant and wine venue with modern cuisine and local wines. Suitable for a smarter meal while still highlighting regional produce.
Established cellar restaurant with Moldovan and European dishes, broad wine selection and a classic atmosphere suited to leisurely dinners.
Budget-friendly for most travellers. Hotels, casual meals and public transport usually cost less than in many European capitals, though upscale dining is still affordable.
A 5-10% tip is appreciated in restaurants if service is not included. Round up in cafés and taxis. Check the bill first, as some venues may add a service charge.
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Gara de Nord, Chișinău -> Piața Marii Adunări Naționale, Chișinău
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Iași to Chișinău 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 Chișinău, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Iași to Chișinău buses use the Iași to Chișinău station pair, with some services arriving at Chisinau, Autogara de Nord. Use this guide to compare Iași and Chișinău bus stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like bus station facilities and services.
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.
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.
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