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National Museum of Art of Moldova
Moldova’s leading art museum, with Romanian, European, and local works in a restored historic complex near the city center.
Cheapest price
$43
Average price
$43
Fastest journey
7 h 35 m
Average duration
7 h 52 m
Buses per day
16
Distance
346 km
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Chișinău is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Chișinău will cost around $43 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $43.
Of the 16 buses that leave Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport for Chișinău on Thu, Aug 06, 16 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Thu, Aug 06 the direct buses cover the 346 km distance in an average of 7 h 52 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 7 h 35 m .
On Thu, Aug 06 the slowest buses will take 8 h 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 bus as it is the most popular option from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Chișinău among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the train with prices starting from $23. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 0m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a train costs an average of $23, and a flight costs an average of $34.
Distance: 214 miles (346 km)
Most popular Bus | Flight | Train | Driving |
|---|---|---|---|
$44 Average price | $82 Average price | $23 Average price Cheapest | $81 Average price (fuel + tolls) |
8h 36m Average total duration 8h 6m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 0m Average total duration Fastest 1h 0m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 14h 42m Average total duration 14h 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 31m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Chișinău:
A train is $21 (€17) less than a bus for this route with tickets for a bus from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Chișinău costing on average $44 (€36).
A train is $59 (€48) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Chișinău costing on average $82 (€67).
Other travel options to Chișinău take longer:
Bus takes on average 8h 6m.
Train takes on average 14h 12m.
Tickets start at around $44 (€36) compared to roughly $81 (€66) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $37 (€30). The journey takes 8h 6m versus 5h 31m 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.
Direct services are operated by Infobus, FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L..
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 12:25AM | Arrival Time 08:45AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $48 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 12:45AM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 03:00AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 8h45 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 03:25AM | Arrival Time 11:45AM | Duration 8h20 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:00AM | Arrival Time 03:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Tue, Sun | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 10:00AM | Arrival Time 05:50PM | Duration 7h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 08:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Sat | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 02:00PM | Arrival Time 10:00PM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 04:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 05:00PM | Arrival Time 01:00AM | Duration 8h00 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:35PM | Arrival Time 03:25AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $37 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 07:40PM | Arrival Time 03:35AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Tue | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Alverstur | Departure Time 08:00PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 9h25 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Alverstur | Departure Time 08:35PM | Arrival Time 05:25AM | Duration 8h50 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 08:40PM | Arrival Time 04:35AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Mon | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:00PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 9h00 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 06:00AM | Duration 8h15 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 09:45PM | Arrival Time 05:20AM | Duration 7h35 | Departure days Fri | Cheapest price $49 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 10:00PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 8h35 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 10:40PM | Arrival Time 06:35AM | Duration 7h55 | Departure days Wed, Thu, Fri | Cheapest price $43 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 11:59PM | Arrival Time 08:20AM | Duration 8h21 | Departure days Thu | Cheapest price $43 |
The table below shows live departures for Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Chișinău buses for today, Wednesday, August 5. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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7181163 | 2:00 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 8h00 | 10:00 PM Chișinău | 0 transfersDirect | |
7283931 | 5:00 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 8h00 | 1:00 AM Chișinău | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:35 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 8h50 | 5:25 AM Chișinău | 0 transfersDirect | |
7159899 | 10:40 PM Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport | 7h55 | 6:35 AM Chișinău | 0 transfersDirect | |
| Thursday, August 6 | |||||
7118581 | 12:45 AM Otopeni, Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri | 7h35 | 8:20 AM Chișinău | 0 transfersDirect | |
7037891 | 3:00 AM Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station | 8h45 | 11:45 AM Chișinău | 0 transfersDirect | |
7037891 | 3:25 AM Otopeni, Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri | 8h20 | 11:45 AM Chișinău | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 9:00 AM Bucuresti, Rahova Bus Station | 8h50 | 5:50 PM Chișinău | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:00 AM Otopeni, Aeroport Henri Coanda Sosiri | 7h50 | 5:50 PM Chișinău | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Buses from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Chișinău run on average 9 times per day, taking around 8h 6m. Cheap bus tickets for this journey start at $37 (€30) but you can travel from only $23 (€19) by train.
There are 9 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 00:25, the last at 21:45. The fastest bus covers the 214 miles (346 km) distance in 7h 35m.
Distance 214 miles (346 km) |
Average bus duration 8h 6m |
Cheapest ticket price $37 (€30) |
Buses per day 9 |
Direct buses 9 |
Fastest bus 7h 35m |
First bus 12:25 AM |
Last bus 9:45 PM |
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Moldova’s leading art museum, with Romanian, European, and local works in a restored historic complex near the city center.
Major history museum covering archaeology, medieval Moldova, and national identity, known for the mammoth skeleton and broad permanent displays.
Ethnographic museum with traditional architecture, folk culture, and natural history collections that introduce Moldova beyond the capital.
The city’s main ceremonial square, framed by government buildings and event spaces, central to national celebrations and urban orientation.
Chişinău’s central boulevard, lined with landmarks, shops, and civic buildings; ideal for understanding the capital on foot.
Beloved central park with shaded walks, monuments, and benches, popular with locals for relaxed strolls beside key landmarks.
Mămăligă is a cornmeal porridge, often served with brined cheese and sour cream. It is a rural staple and one of Moldova’s most traditional comfort foods.
Zeamă is a light chicken soup with homemade noodles and herbs, often brightened with sour bors. It is a beloved everyday dish in Moldovan homes.
Plăcinte are flaky or fried pies filled with cheese, potato, cabbage, or pumpkin. They are iconic Moldovan pastries sold in homes, bakeries, and markets.
Established wine-focused restaurant serving Moldovan cuisine in a cellar-style setting. Strong choice for local wines and traditional plates.
Traditional Moldovan restaurant known for rustic décor, folk atmosphere, and classic dishes like mămăligă, sarmale, and plăcinte.
Popular casual spot for Moldovan and Eastern European food with hearty portions, local specialties, and a lively traditional feel.
Budget-friendly for Europe: hotels, meals, and local transport usually cost less than in nearby EU capitals.
Restaurants often add no service charge; tip 5-10% for good service. Round up in cafes and taxis; agree taxi fares in advance if paying cash.
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Gara Nord, Chișinău -> Piața Marii Adunări Naționale, Chișinău
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Chișinău by bus. 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 bus, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Chișinău, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport to Chișinău buses use the București to Chisinau, Autogara de Nord station pair, with some services arriving at Chișinău. Use this guide to compare Bucharest Henri Coanda International Airport and Chișinău 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.
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