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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.
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The cheapest and fastest coaches from Iași to Chișinău
Showing times and prices for 10 Aug
Cheapest price
£13
Average price
£15
Fastest journey
2 h 30 m
Average duration
2 h 44 m
Buses per day
50
Distance
97 km
Cheap tickets
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 £15 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap coach tickets today for only £13.
Fast coaches
Of the 50 buses that leave Iași for Chișinău every day 50 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 2 h 44 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 2 h 30 m .
The slowest buses will take 2 h 50 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.
014:003h00Iași17:00Chișinău£131One-way0 changes
016:004h00Iași20:00Chișinău£131One-way0 changes- 020:303h35Iași0:05Chișinău£131One-way0 changes
- 014:003h20Iași17:20Chișinău£131One-way0 changes
016:303h10Iași19:40Chișinău£131One-way0 changes
- 735512011:302h30Iași14:00Chișinău£131One-way0 changes
- 014:202h40Iași17:00Chișinău£181One-way0 changes
- 018:502h50Iași21:40Chișinău£161One-way0 changes
- 016:502h50Iași19:40Chișinău£161One-way0 changes
- 735512011:102h50Iași14:00Chișinău£131One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Iași to Chișinău
Omio 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 train with prices starting from £4. For those with little time consider booking a coach which can get you there in 3h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of £4, and a coach costs an average of £6.
Distance: 97 km
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£12 Average Price | £4 Average Price Cheapest |
4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 3h 30m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 6h 41m Average total duration 6h 11m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
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Live departures
Iași to Chișinău bus times
The table below shows live departures for Iași to Chișinău coaches for today, Sunday 9 August. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated coach journeys.
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| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 7355833 | 12:15 Iași | 3h20 | 15:35 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355834 | 12:30 Iași | 4h50 | 17:20 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355526 | 12:45 Iași | 4h15 | 17:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355834 | 13:10 Iași | 4h10 | 17:20 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355526 | 13:35 Iași | 3h25 | 17:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7341624 | 14:00 Iași | 3h00 | 17:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7341624 | 14:00 Iași | 3h20 | 17:20 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7341624 | 14:20 Iași | 2h40 | 17:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7341624 | 14:20 Iași | 3h00 | 17:20 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355835 | 16:00 Iași | 4h00 | 20:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7352883 | 16:15 Iași | 3h15 | 19:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7348843 | 16:30 Iași | 3h10 | 19:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7348843 | 16:30 Iași | 4h10 | 20:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7352883 | 16:30 Iași | 3h00 | 19:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355835 | 16:30 Iași | 3h30 | 20:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7348843 | 16:50 Iași | 2h50 | 19:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7348843 | 16:50 Iași | 3h50 | 20:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6570502 | 17:30 Iași | 3h00 | 20:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6570502 | 17:30 Iași | 3h20 | 20:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7323015 | 17:45 Iași | 4h50 | 22:35 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355894 | 18:00 Iași | 3h30 | 21:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7323015 | 18:15 Iași | 4h20 | 22:35 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355492 | 18:30 Iași | 3h10 | 21:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355492 | 18:30 Iași | 4h10 | 22:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355894 | 18:30 Iași | 3h00 | 21:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355492 | 18:50 Iași | 3h50 | 22:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355492 | 18:50 Iași | 2h50 | 21:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7284686 | 19:00 Iași | 3h50 | 22:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355331 | 19:30 Iași | 4h30 | 0:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7284686 | 19:30 Iași | 3h20 | 22:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355331 | 19:30 Iași | 3h30 | 23:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355331 | 19:50 Iași | 4h10 | 0:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355331 | 19:50 Iași | 3h10 | 23:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355449 | 20:30 Iași | 3h20 | 23:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355449 | 20:30 Iași | 3h35 | 0:05 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355449 | 20:50 Iași | 3h00 | 23:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355449 | 20:50 Iași | 3h15 | 0:05 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355836 | 23:30 Iași | 3h50 | 3:20 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355836 | 23:59 Iași | 3h21 | 3:20 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| Monday 10 August | |||||
| 0 | 1:10 Iași | 3h30 | 4:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 1:40 Iași | 3h00 | 4:40 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
 7297938 | 2:00 Iași | 4h10 | 6:10 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 6947882 | 3:30 Iași | 3h00 | 6:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355120 | 11:10 Iași | 2h50 | 14:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355120 | 11:10 Iași | 3h20 | 14:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355120 | 11:10 Iași | 3h40 | 14:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355120 | 11:30 Iași | 3h20 | 14:50 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355120 | 11:30 Iași | 3h00 | 14:30 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 7355120 | 11:30 Iași | 2h30 | 14:00 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
| 0 | 11:45 Iași | 3h50 | 15:35 Chișinău | 0 changesdirect | |
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Why should you book Iași to Chișinău coaches with Omio?
Infobus as well as SARVALTEH AUTO or FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. offer coaches services from Iași to Chișinău.
Omio is the only official third party seller for Infobus tickets.
Why book with Omio vs Infobus?
- Compare with other providers: On Omio, you can not only buy tickets for Infobus, but also compare tickets for the likes of SARVALTEH AUTO or FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. to find the best option for your trip from Iași to Chișinău.
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- Compare all your options: Omio allows you to compare Infobus with all available travel options, which are train and bus to ensure you get the best deal for traveling from Iași to Chișinău.
Why book with Omio over Busbud or Checkmybus?
- Official reseller: Infobus tickets can only be bought on Omio or Infobus's website as Omio is the only official third party seller for Infobus tickets. Busbud or Checkmybus do not sell Infobus tickets as they are not official sellers.
- Multiple modes of transport: Omio allows you to compare travel options including train and bus to find the ideal travel option from Iași to Chișinău.
Journey information
Overview: Bus from Iași to Chișinău
Romania
Moldova
Buses from Iași to Chișinău run on average 39 times per day, taking around 3h 30m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at £6 but you can travel from only £4 by train.
There are 39 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 10m.
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Distance 97 km |
Average bus duration 3h 30m |
Cheapest ticket price £6 |
Buses per day 39 |
Direct buses 39 |
Fastest bus 2h 10m |
First bus 1:10 |
Last bus 23:45 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Sun |
High Season Oct - Dec |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Sun |
Least Busy Day Fri |
Best time to book 21 days |
Fares are the lowest economy prices found on Omio. Early booking often means lower prices. Prices change daily and are subject to availability. Discount cards, coach trips, and booking fees are not included.
Price information
Cheapest alternative travel mode
Train from £4
Bus providers: Infobus, SARVALTEH AUTO, FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. from Iași to ChișinăuYou can travel by bus between Iași to Chișinău with Infobus, SARVALTEH AUTO, FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. for as low as £4. When you search for schedules and tickets, Omio will show you the best journey
Infobus
About
Infobus is an international IT company that operates as an online service for finding and purchasing bus, train, and plane tickets, rather than being a bus company itself. Established in 2002, Infobus acts as an intermediary between passengers and various transport carriers, particularly helping smaller bus companies offer online booking services. They utilize their own \BusSystem\" to manage routes and ticket sales globally. Infobus covers over 30 countries and 300 cities, offering a wide range of routes and daily departures. While amenities can vary by carrier, Infobus aims to provide affordable and convenient travel with features like online booking, 24/7 support, and prompt notifications."
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£8
Infobus frequency
35 a day
Luggage included
One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Additional luggage
10€ per additional bag.
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Amenities on board the bus
Wifi
Food sold onboard
Seat reservation
Toilets
USB plugs
Accessibility
Assistance; Priority seating; Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Bikes
Bikes are allowed; may require prior reservation and an additional fee.
Pets
Small pets allowed in carriers; larger pets may require a separate ticket.
SARVALTEH AUTO
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
3h 0m
Cheapest Price
£13
SARVALTEH AUTO frequency
12 a day
FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L.
Luggage & cancellation policy
Average Duration
2h 10m
Cheapest Price
£6
FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. frequency
2 a day
Complete guide to Chișinău
Things to do in Chișinău
Discover the best of Chișinău — top attractions, local food, transport tips, budget advice, and currency essentials. Plan your perfect Chișinău trip today.
- Must visit
Muzeul Național de Istorie a Moldovei
Main history museum covering archaeology, statehood and cultural heritage. Visit for an accessible overview of Moldova’s past and identity.
- Recommended
Muzeul Național de Etnografie și Istorie Naturală
Ethnography and natural history museum in a distinctive historic building. It presents folk culture, wildlife and traditional rural life.
- Must visit
Bulevardul Ștefan cel Mare și Sfânt
The city’s main boulevard, lined with civic buildings, shops and monuments. Ideal for a first walk and for seeing central Chișinău life.
- Must visit
Grădina Publică „Ștefan cel Mare”
Large central park with shaded paths, benches and a literary atmosphere. It is a pleasant break between museums and nearby landmarks.
- Recommended
Piața Marii Adunări Naționale
Broad public square facing the cathedral and triumphal arch. It is a key meeting point and a convenient place to understand the city centre.
- Vegetarian
- Gluten-free
Mămăligă
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
Zeamă is a traditional sour chicken soup with homemade noodles and herbs. It is a comforting national classic, especially valued after celebrations.
- Gluten-free
Sarmale
Sarmale are cabbage or vine leaves stuffed with rice and minced meat, then slowly cooked. They are central to family meals and festive tables.
Carpe Diem Wine Shop & Bar
Well-known wine-focused restaurant serving Moldovan cuisine in a refined setting. Good for local bottles, meat dishes and a more polished evening meal.
Jeraffe Restaurant & Bar
Elegant restaurant and wine venue with modern cuisine and local wines. Suitable for a smarter meal while still highlighting regional produce.
Propaganda Café
Established cellar restaurant with Moldovan and European dishes, broad wine selection and a classic atmosphere suited to leisurely dinners.
Moldovan leu (L)
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.
Average meal costs
- Budget
- 80-150 L
- Mid-range
- 200-400 L per person
- Fine dining
- 600+ L per person
- Coffee
- 30-50 L
Tipping culture
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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Get the appOfficial public transport app
Prices
- Single ticket
- 6 MDL
- Day pass
- None
To the city centre
Gara de Nord, Chișinău -> Piața Marii Adunări Naționale, Chișinău
- Distance
- 4 km
- Travel time
- 20 min
- Contactless bank cards and mobile wallets are accepted on municipal trolleybuses and buses with onboard terminals.
- A standard municipal bus or trolleybus ticket costs 6 MDL; I could not verify a current official day pass from an official operator or authority source.
FAQs: Iași to Chișinău coach
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.
Cheap coach tickets from Iași to Chișinău can start from as little as £6 when you book in advance. The average coach ticket price for Iași to Chișinău is £12; however, prices vary depending on the time of day and class and they tend to be more expensive on the day.
The average journey time by coach from Iași to Chișinău is 2h 10m to travel the 97 km long route. Journey times can vary on weekends and holidays, so use our Journey Planner to search for a specific date.
The earliest coach from Iași to Chișinău leaves at 1:10. Plan your trip with the Journey Planner from Omio.
The latest coach from Iași to Chișinău leaves at 23:45.
Yes, there are 39 direct coaches a day from Iași to Chișinău with Infobus, SARVALTEH AUTO, FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L.. Schedules can vary on holidays or weekends with fewer direct coaches.
When taking a coach from Iași to Chișinău, you can count on Infobus, SARVALTEH AUTO, FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. for the best way to get you to Chișinău. You can also check all possible coach companies who offer a service between Iași and Chișinău and compare the amenities they offer before buying a coach ticket.
When departing from Iași , you have various coach station options to start your route from including Iași . When arriving in Chișinău , you can end your route in coach stations like Chișinău, Chisinau, North Bus Station.Passengers board the coach most frequently from Iași, which is located around away from the city centre, and they get off the coach at Chisinau, North Bus Station, located 2 away from the city centre.
A trip to Chișinău from Iași is worth doing but not as a day trip with a journey time of 2h 10m each way. Check with Omio app the best way to travel.
The cheapest month for a coach from Iași to Chișinău is May.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Iași and Chișinău including taking a train and coach.
Yes, the following accessibility options are available when taking the coach from Iași to Chișinău:
- Infobus
- Assistance
- Priority seating
- Transport for wheelchairs and mobility aids.
Yes, there are bathrooms on board the coach from Iași to Chișinău for coach company Infobus.
Whether you can cancel your coach ticket from Iași to Chișinău depends on the coach companies:
- Infobus
- You can cancel your ticket up to 24 hours before departure for a partial refund. Cancellations within 24 hours may incur a fee.
Yes, bikes are allowed on board the coach with coach company Infobus.
Tickets are often cheaper when booked early. Traveling during off-peak hours or on weekdays can help you save money. Sort results by price to quickly identify the most affordable options. Check for promotions or discounts available on our website and app.
No, there is no food available to purchase on board the coach from Iași to Chișinău.
Yes, the following luggage options are included when booking a coach ticket from Iași to Chișinău:
- Infobus
- One carry-on bag up to 5kg (40x20x25) and one checked bag up to 20kg (50x30x80).
Yes, the following additional luggage options are available when booking a coach ticket from Iași to Chișinău:
- Infobus
- 10€ per additional bag.
Yes, you can bring your pet on the coach from Iași to Chișinău. The following conditions apply:
- Infobus
- Small pets allowed in carriers
- larger pets may require a separate ticket.
You can reserve your seat on the coach from Iași to Chișinău with the following coach company: Infobus
Yes, there are USB plugs on board the coach from Iași to Chișinău with the following coach company: Infobus.
Yes, there is Wifi on board the coach from Iași to Chișinău with the following coach company: Infobus.
popular bus stations
Important Stations and Airports in Iași and Chișinău
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.
Departure bus stations in Iași
Arrival bus stations in Chișinău
Which Iași station do buses to Chișinău leave from?
Buses from Iași to Chișinău leave from Iași. The station is from Iași city centre at Iași, Romania.
IașiIași, Romania
City-centre transport
Getting to Iași from Iași city centre
Bus5m
28 · 25m · £2 · every ~10 min
Tram7, 6, 3 · 13m · every ~36 min
3 · 14m · every ~14 min
Iași 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 and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Iași. ATMs are available at Iași.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Iași.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Iași: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Iași: Wheelchair ramps available.
Which Chișinău station do buses from Iași arrive at?
Buses from Iași to Chișinău most often arrive at Chișinău. Some services arrive at Chisinau, Autogara de Nord, so check your ticket before travel to confirm your Chișinău arrival station.
ChișinăuChisinau Bus Station, Chișinău, Moldova
City-centre transport
Getting to Chișinău from Chișinău city centre
Train20, 4, 8, 1 · 13m · £43 · every ~69 min
Chișinău 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 and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chișinău. ATMs are available at Chișinău.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chișinău.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chișinău: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chișinău: No specific accessibility provisions in place.
Chisinau, Autogara de NordNorth Bus Station, Strada Calea Moşilor 2/1, MD-2024, Chișinău, Moldova
City-centre transport
Getting to Chisinau, Autogara de Nord from Chișinău city centre
Chisinau, Autogara de Nord is 2 km from Chișinău city centre. Public transport options include:
Train20, 4, 8, 1, 38, 28 · 6m · £43 · every ~84 min
Bus49, 44, 33, 19 · 3m · £0.90 · every ~28 min
Chisinau, Autogara de Nord bus station facilities and services
Chisinau, Autogara de Nord has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Shower and Ticket Office.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Chisinau, Autogara de Nord. ATMs are inside the main hall.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Chisinau, Autogara de Nord.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Chisinau, Autogara de Nord: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Chisinau, Autogara de Nord: Wheelchair accessible entrances and facilities.
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