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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 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
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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 cheapest way to travel from Iași to Chișinău is a coach with an average price of £15.
The fastest way to travel from Iași to Chișinău is by coach with an average journey time of 4h 1m.
It's helpful to compare your options as there are 2 ways to travel between Iași and Chișinău including taking a train and coach.
Take the bus. It's the cheapest way to make this trip, and the price gap is usually bigger than people expect.
Tickets start at around £15 compared to roughly £22 in fuel and tolls — a saving of about £7. The journey takes 3h 31m versus 2h 37m by car, so you'll arrive a bit later, but you can use the time productively rather than spending it behind the wheel. No parking to sort, no fuel stops, and most coaches have Wi-Fi and power outlets.
Driving is worth considering if you're on a tight schedule, travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), or want the flexibility to stop along the way.
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How to get to Chișinău from Iași by train, bus, flight or ferry.
Our recommendation
The best way to travel from Iași to Chișinău is by taking a coach because it’s the best combination of price and speed.
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FAQs: Iași to Chișinău
Travel to Chișinău easily. Whether you want fast, cheap or something entirely different, our travel experts have collected everything you need to know so you can find the best option from Iași to Chișinău.
There are 2 options to travel between Iași and Chișinău including taking a train and coach.
The cheapest way to travel from Iași to Chișinău is a coach with an average price of £15.
The fastest way to travel from Iași to Chișinău is by coach with an average journey time of 4h 1m.
The Iași to Chișinău distance is approximately 97 km.
The average frequency per day from Iași to Chișinău is:
- Around 43 coaches per day.
However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Iași and Chișinău as scheduled services by train and coach can vary by season or day of the week.
These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Iași to Chișinău:
- Coaches mostly depart from Iași and arrive in Chișinău.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Iași to Chișinău, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
- Travel with Infobus, FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L., West Lines, SARVALTEH AUTO to go to Chișinău by coach.
Yes, there is a direct route available from Iași to Chișinău:
- 43 direct coaches per day with Infobus, FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L., West Lines, SARVALTEH AUTO.
Omio customers who travel from Iași to Chișinău often also extend their vacation to go to Kyiv, Odesa, Bucharest, Antalya, Istanbul. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chișinău and these popular destinations at a great price.
To get from Iași to Chișinău, you can choose from several travel options including train and coach.
In Chişinău, visitors can tour the extensive underground wine cellars at Cricova Winery and enjoy tastings. Experience the local culture by exploring Piata Centrala, a bustling market full of local produce and goods, and attend a performance at the National Opera and Ballet Theatre. Art enthusiasts can visit the National Art Museum of Moldova, while food lovers can savour traditional Moldovan cuisine at local restaurants. For sightseeing, explore Stefan cel Mare Central Park, the National Museum of History of Moldova, the iconic Cathedral of Christ's Nativity, the historical Triumphal Arch, and Valea Morilor Park, with its scenic lake and walking trails.
A stay of two to three days in Chişinău is generally sufficient to explore the city's main attractions, enjoy local cuisine, and experience the vibrant culture.
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