- Must visit
Art Museum
Main art museum of the city, displaying Romanian and European works inside the Palace of Culture. A top stop for culture and architecture.
The best way to find a cheap bus ticket from Chișinău to Iași is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Chișinău to Iași will cost around $19 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $12.
On Thu, Nov 05, we found 24 buses from Chișinău to Iași, including 24 direct services.
On Thu, Nov 05 the direct buses cover the 97 km distance in an average of 3 h 10 m but if you time it right, some buses will get you there in just 3 h .
On Thu, Nov 05 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 $9 (€8) if you book in advance.
There are 31 buses per day. The earliest bus runs at 01:10, the last at 23:45. The fastest bus covers the 60 miles (97 km) distance in 2h 40m.
Distance 60 miles (97 km) |
Average bus duration 3h 51m |
Cheapest ticket price $9 (€8) |
Buses per day 31 |
Direct buses 31 |
Fastest bus 2h 40m |
First bus 1:10 AM |
Last bus 11:45 PM |
Cheapest Month Aug |
Cheapest Day Fri |
High Season Jul - Sep |
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.
| Operator | Departure Time | Arrival Time | Duration | Departure days | Cheapest price |
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Operator Infobus | Departure Time 04:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 5h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 09:10AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $20 |
Operator SARVALTEH AUTO | Departure Time 05:20AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 05:30AM | Arrival Time 09:50AM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator SARVALTEH AUTO | Departure Time 06:00AM | Arrival Time 09:30AM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator West Lines | Departure Time 06:15AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h45 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 06:45AM | Arrival Time 10:55AM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $22 |
Operator SARVALTEH AUTO | Departure Time 07:00AM | Arrival Time 10:00AM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 07:30AM | Arrival Time 10:50AM | Duration 3h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator West Lines | Departure Time 08:30AM | Arrival Time 12:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:00AM | Arrival Time 01:20PM | Duration 4h20 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 09:50AM | Arrival Time 02:00PM | Duration 4h10 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator West Lines | Departure Time 10:30AM | Arrival Time 02:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator SARVALTEH AUTO | Departure Time 11:10AM | Arrival Time 02:10PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 04:45PM | Duration 4h45 | Departure days Tue, Fri, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator SARVALTEH AUTO | Departure Time 12:00PM | Arrival Time 03:30PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator Infobus | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 05:00PM | Duration 4h00 | Departure days Tue, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun | Cheapest price $19 |
Operator SARVALTEH AUTO | Departure Time 01:00PM | Arrival Time 04:00PM | Duration 3h00 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator West Lines | Departure Time 01:30PM | Arrival Time 05:25PM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 06:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 4h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $12 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 07:30PM | Arrival Time 11:00PM | Duration 3h30 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $23 |
Operator West Lines | Departure Time 08:30PM | Arrival Time 12:25AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
Operator FIRMA GALIZ-SV S.R.L. | Departure Time 10:30PM | Arrival Time 02:20AM | Duration 3h50 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $21 |
Operator West Lines | Departure Time 11:45PM | Arrival Time 03:40AM | Duration 3h55 | Departure days Everyday | Cheapest price $18 |
The table below shows live departures for Chișinău to Iași buses for today, Wednesday, November 4. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated bus journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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7509108 | 6:30 PM Chișinău | 4h30 | 11:00 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7509108 | 7:30 PM Chișinău | 3h30 | 11:00 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7721112 | 8:30 PM Chișinău | 3h55 | 12:25 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7538901 | 10:30 PM Chișinău | 3h50 | 2:20 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7731605 | 11:45 PM Chișinău | 3h55 | 3:40 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7694059 | 4:30 AM Chișinău | 5h20 | 9:50 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7688774 | 5:20 AM Chișinău | 4h10 | 9:30 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 5:20 AM Chișinău | 3h50 | 9:10 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7694059 | 5:30 AM Chișinău | 4h20 | 9:50 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7688774 | 6:00 AM Chișinău | 3h30 | 9:30 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:15 AM Chișinău | 3h45 | 10:00 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 6:45 AM Chișinău | 4h10 | 10:55 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7729420 | 7:00 AM Chișinău | 3h00 | 10:00 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7733102 | 7:30 AM Chișinău | 3h20 | 10:50 AM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 8:30 AM Chișinău | 3h55 | 12:25 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7733103 | 9:00 AM Chișinău | 4h20 | 1:20 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7642822 | 9:50 AM Chișinău | 4h10 | 2:00 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 10:30 AM Chișinău | 3h55 | 2:25 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7708533 | 11:10 AM Chișinău | 3h00 | 2:10 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 12:00 PM Chișinău | 3h30 | 3:30 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:00 PM Chișinău | 4h00 | 5:00 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
6937615 | 1:00 PM Chișinău | 3h00 | 4:00 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
7729281 | 1:00 PM Chișinău | 4h00 | 5:00 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
0 | 1:30 PM Chișinău | 3h55 | 5:25 PM Iași | 0 transfersDirect | |
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Main art museum of the city, displaying Romanian and European works inside the Palace of Culture. A top stop for culture and architecture.
Explores medieval and modern Moldavian history through documents, artifacts, and palace interiors in Iaşi’s emblematic complex.
Covers science, technology, and industrial heritage with interactive displays, making it a strong choice for families and curious visitors.
Iaşi’s best-known park, famous for the Eminescu Linden Tree, broad alleys, and a classic hilltop atmosphere ideal for slow walks.
The city’s main ceremonial boulevard links key monuments and cultural institutions, making it the essential central walk in Iaşi.
Botanical garden with themed sections, historic trees, and seasonal displays. It is one of Romania’s finest gardens and a peaceful retreat.
Moldavian sour soup with bran bors, often made with chicken or pork and vegetables. A staple in Iaşi and across Moldavia for its bright, tangy flavor.
Grilled rolls of minced pork or mixed meat with garlic and spices. Popular across Romania and commonly eaten in Iaşi with mustard and bread.
Cabbage rolls stuffed with pork and rice, slowly cooked and served with sour cream. A festive Romanian classic widely loved in Iaşi.
Elegant fine dining venue focused on Romanian and international plates, polished service, and a stylish atmosphere for a special meal.
Historic cellar restaurant known for Romanian and Moldavian cuisine, local wines, and a refined old-world atmosphere near the city center.
Well-known traditional restaurant serving Romanian classics, grilled meats, and soups in a rustic setting popular with locals and visitors.
Budget-friendly versus many EU city breaks: rooms, casual dining, and public transport are generally lower cost, with upscale hotels and fine dining still reasonable.
Service may be included, but usually not. Tip restaurants about 10% for good service, round up in cafes, and round up or add about 5-10% for taxis if helpful.
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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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