How to travel from Warsaw to Chișinău

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Compare train, bus, and flight for Warsaw to Chișinău

Omio recommends booking the bus as it is the most popular option from Warsaw to Chișinău among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the bus, with an average ticket price of $120 For those with little time, consider booking a flight, which has an average total journey time of 8h 3m. If you are seeking to minimise your carbon footprint, the bus is your best option, with estimated CO2 emissions of 0.8 - 2.0kg. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of $120, while a flight costs an average of $205.

Distance: 503 miles (810 km)

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$120

Average price

Cheapest

$205

Average price

$160

Average price

(fuel + tolls)

21h 17m

Average total duration

20h 47m

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30m

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8h 3m

Average total duration

Fastest

6h 3m

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2h 0m

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13h 57m

Average total duration

(door-to-door)

0.8 - 2.0kg

CO2 emissions

Lowest

2.4 - 4.9kg

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Additional time: Average total travel duration to departure point, security checks and transfers.

The cheapest way to travel from Warsaw to Chișinău is a bus with an average price of $120 (€97).

This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw to Chișinău:

A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Chișinău costing on average $176 (€144).

A bus is $85 (€69) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Chișinău costing on average $205 (€167).

The fastest way to travel from Warsaw to Chișinău is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 3m.

Other travel options to Chișinău take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 17m.

Train takes on average 43h 0m.

It's helpful to compare your options as there are 3 ways to travel between Warsaw and Chișinău including taking a train, bus, and flight.
We recommend using the bus as it is the most popular way to get from Warsaw to Chișinău among Omio's users.
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 $120 (€97) compared to roughly $160 (€130) in fuel and tolls — a saving of about $40 (€33). The journey takes 20h 47m versus 13h 57m 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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from Warsaw to Chișinău

How to get from Warsaw to Chișinău by train, bus or flight.

Our recommendation

bus

The best way to travel from Warsaw to Chișinău is by taking a bus because it’s the best combination of price and speed.

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:40 PM27h20
    Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    4:00 AMChisinau, North Bus Station
    $1121One-way
    1 transfer

Cheapest

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    11:40 PM27h20
    Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    4:00 AMChisinau, North Bus Station
    $1121One-way
    1 transfer

Fastest

  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO515
    2:40 PM1h50
    Warsaw Chopin Airport
    5:30 PMChisinau International Airport
    $3931One-way
    0 transfers

Other options

  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:55 PM28h15
    Warsaw, Airport Lotnisko Chopina - Terminal Autokarowy
    10:10 PMChisinau, North Bus Station
    $1251One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus
    4:30 PM28h40
    Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni
    10:10 PMChisinau, North Bus Station
    $1291One-way
    1 transfer
  • FlixBusFlixBus · FlixBus · FlixBus
    3:51 PM35h09
    Warszawa, Stadion Narodowy
    4:00 AMChisinau, North Bus Station
    $1451One-way
    2 transfers
  • Lot Polish AirlinesLO513
    11:00 AM1h50
    Warsaw Chopin Airport
    1:50 PMChisinau International Airport
    $3931One-way
    0 transfers

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FAQs: Travel from Warsaw 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 Warsaw to Chișinău.

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There are 3 options to travel between Warsaw and Chișinău including taking a train, bus, and flight.
The cheapest way to travel from Warsaw to Chișinău is a bus with an average price of $120 (€97).

This is compared to other travel options from Warsaw to Chișinău:

A bus is $57 (€46) less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Warsaw to Chișinău costing on average $176 (€144).

A bus is $85 (€69) less than a flight for this route with tickets for a flight from Warsaw to Chișinău costing on average $205 (€167).

The fastest way to travel from Warsaw to Chișinău is by flight with an average journey time of 8h 3m.

Other travel options to Chișinău take longer:

Bus takes on average 21h 17m.

Train takes on average 43h 0m.

The distance from Warsaw to Chișinău is approximately 503 miles (810 km).
The average frequency per day from Warsaw to Chișinău is:
  • Around 19 flights per day.
  • Around 9 buses per day.
  • Around 2 trains per day.

However, we recommend checking specific travel dates for your route between Warsaw and Chișinău as scheduled services by train, bus, and flight can vary by season or day of the week.

These are the most popular departure and arrival points from Warsaw to Chișinău:
  • Flights mostly depart from Warsaw Chopin Airport and arrive in Chisinau International Airport.
  • Buses mostly depart from Warszawa, Dworzec Zachodni and arrive in Chisinau, North Bus Station.
If finding a good deal is your main consideration for your trip from Warsaw to Chișinău, then we'll help you find the best value travel companies for you:
  • Travel with Wizz Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Air Baltic, CitizenPlane to go to Chișinău by flight.
  • Travel with PKP Intercity to go to Chișinău by train.
  • Travel with Infobus, PolskiBus, FlixBus, Euroticket, Bon Voyage to go to Chișinău by bus.
Yes, there are direct services available from Warsaw to Chișinău with the following travel companies:
  • 2 direct flights per day with Lot Polish Airlines.
  • 1 direct buses per day with Infobus, PolskiBus, Euroticket, Bon Voyage.
Omio customers who travel from Warsaw to Chișinău often also extend their vacation to go to Kyiv, Odesa, Bucharest, Chernivtsi, Lviv. Omio can help you plan your trip by finding the best connections between Chișinău and these popular destinations at a great price.
Most travelers need at least three days in Chișinău to see the main sights at a comfortable pace. If you want day trips or a slower itinerary, consider adding extra time.
In Chişinău, visitors can explore the extensive underground wine cellars and enjoy tastings at Cricova Winery, shop for local produce and goods at Piata Centrala, and experience performances at the National Opera and Ballet Theatre. Art enthusiasts can visit the National Art Museum of Moldova, while food lovers can savor traditional Moldovan meals at local restaurants. Key sights include 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, known for its scenic lake and walking trails.
Two to three days are generally sufficient to explore Chişinău, including its main attractions, cultural sites, and local cuisine.

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