Queue at Porubne — Siret (bus)
bus
95
min
+99%
Wait time
Quieter than usual
26°C
Forecast for next 6 hours
LIVE
Quieter than usual
Predicted
What the chart shows
Predicted current queue:
2 buses
Peak load:
2 buses (~2 h 47 min)
Shortest queue:
0 buses (~15 min)
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Peak load hours
Better to avoid:
21:00
06:00
10:00
Best crossing times
Recommended times:
22:00
00:00
02:00
Forecast for Porubne (buses) — updated at 15:00, covering through tomorrow noon.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~145 min, moderate load (peaks at ~335 min around 21:00).
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~195 min, busy (peaks at ~550 min around 06:00).
Best time to cross: Tonight (21:00–06:00).
Next update: today at 21:00.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~145 min, moderate load (peaks at ~335 min around 21:00).
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~195 min, busy (peaks at ~550 min around 06:00).
Best time to cross: Tonight (21:00–06:00).
Next update: today at 21:00.
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Scheduled buses through this crossing
Next 6 hours · 19:00–01:00
6
🇪🇺 to the EU
5
🇺🇦 to Ukraine
Lighter than usual · 6 buses vs ~10 usual · 1 in queue now
19:00
20:00
21:00
22:00
23:00
00:00
to the EU
to Ukraine
Per day: 40 / 40 in each direction
Per day: 40 / 40 in each direction
By the official international-route schedule — not the live queue. Source: state bus-route registry.
How did you like this checkpoint?
2.2 · 6 review
Best time to cross Porubne tomorrow
05:00↓95%−95%
08:00↓87%−87%
09:00↓97%−97%
Shorter queues at nearby crossings — Porubne
Current Data
As of 19:08, at Porubne checkpoint there are 1 bus waiting.
How long does it take to cross the border at Porubne?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 30 min (~30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 1 day ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Porubne?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 50 min (~50 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 1 day ago
Does the EES system work at Porubne border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Porubne border crossing.
EES is a new EU automated system being gradually implemented at Schengen Area borders. Once activated, the system will record the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as travelers' biometric data.
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
No cameras available at this checkpoint
Porubne: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Romanian border — when and how long to wait
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Porubne happens twice a day — at 08:00 and 20:00 local time. These are regular shifts that ensure continuous border control.
During shift change, processing of of buses at Porubne typically slows for 20–60 minutes. To minimize wait, plan to cross 30+ minutes before or 60+ minutes after the approximate shift change. Check the live queue above for current status.
The neighboring Romania checkpoint is in the same time zone as Ukraine (Kyiv time), so its shift change falls at roughly the same 08:00 and 20:00. Because both sides change at the same time, the slowdown is concentrated in narrow windows — about 08:00–08:30 in the morning and 20:00–20:30 in the evening (Kyiv time).
Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday
Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours
Real Data
Increased Load
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Porubne - bus checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 15.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Porubne - bus checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles during Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00). The lowest point was observed at 06:00 15.07.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 08:00 15.07.2026 — 1 bus.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 12:00 15.07.2026 — 1 bus. The highest point was recorded at 16:00 15.07.2026 — 2 buses.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 20:00 15.07.2026 — 1 bus. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 15.07.2026 — 2 buses.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles during Night hours (00:00 - 06:00). The lowest point was observed at 05:00 15.07.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 15.07.2026 — 1 bus.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Porubne - bus checkpoint, it is recommended to plan your border crossing during the least busy hours. According to the data from the past day, the lowest number of vehicles was observed between 5:00 and 6:00 hours. This is the ideal time to cross the border, saving time and avoiding delays.
Plan your trips in advance using up-to-date border queue information at the Porubne - bus checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Data Comparison
Data Comparison
Our Data vs Official Source
Our Data
1h 35min
(1 cars)
Official Data
15min
(0 cars)
Difference: +1h 20min
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Porubne By bus
Best days:
Monday-Tuesday (8 buses,
~10.7-11.7 hrs).
Avoid:
Saturday (11 buses).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Buses | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Mon | 8 | 73% | ~10.7-11.7 hrs |
| 🟡 Tue | 8 | 73% | ~10.7-11.7 hrs |
| 🔴 Wed | 10 | 91% | ~13.3-14.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Thu | 10 | 91% | ~13.3-14.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Fri | 10 | 91% | ~13.3-14.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Sat | 11 | 100% | ~14.7-15.7 hrs |
| 🟠 Sun | 9 | 82% | ~12-13 hrs |
Peak time: Thursday 20:00 - 22:00 and 04:00 - 06:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 400 up to 3680 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday or Tuesday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Porubne by bus?
Monday or Tuesday — shortest queue (8 buses, ~10.7-11.7 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Porubne?
Saturday — peak load (11 buses).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 10-12 hrs (Mon, Tue), 12-13 hrs (Sun), 13-15 hrs (Wed, Thu, Fri), 14-16 hrs (Sat).
Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette
Documents for Men 18-60 Years Old
IMPORTANT: Requirements for Men 18–60
Ukrainian men in this age group MUST HAVE one of these documents to cross the border:
One of these documents is MANDATORY:
- Military ID (issued by military commissariat)
- VLK Certificate (from military medical commission)
- Booking Certificate (from TCC)
- Exit Permit from TCC (for mobilized)
If you don't have documents:
- Entry/Exit denied
- Return to Ukraine
- Possible deportation for repeated attempts
Where to obtain:
| Military ID | Military commissariat (1-2 weeks) |
| VLK Certificate | Military commissariat (1-3 days) |
| Booking Certificate | TCC of your region (1-5 days) |
| Exit Permit from TCC | TCC of your region (2-7 days) |
Don't travel to the border without one of these documents. Better to spend a few days getting the document.
Required Documents
Green Card Insurance: Activation Time
CRITICAL: Green Card Activation Timing
Green Card is mandatory vehicle insurance for all cars. Important to know:
When does it become active?
Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00.
Insurance purchased TODAY will only become active TOMORROW at 00:00.
This rule applies to all types of purchase:
- Online purchase (active tomorrow)
- Insurance company office (active tomorrow)
- Kiosk near the border (active tomorrow)
What to do?
- Buy Green Card 1-2 days before your trip online
- Use your existing policy (if not expired)
- NOT recommended: buying at border kiosk (too late)
This is not a technical error — it's an EU insurance law.
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
For bus passengers
To cross the border at Krakovets-Korchova by passenger bus, prepare the following documents:
Personal documents:
- Valid biometric passport
Proof of travel:
- Bus ticket and confirmation of the purpose of the trip (e.g., hotel reservation)
Mandatory:
- Medical insurance policy valid in the EU
Customs Rules: What You Can Transport
ALLOWED (with limits)
Alcohol (for adults 18+)
- Up to 1 liter of spirits (40%+)
- Up to 2 liters of wine
- Up to 4 liters of beer
- Or proportional combination
Example: 0.5L vodka + 1L wine = within limits
Tobacco products (for adults 18+)
- 200 cigarettes
- 100 cigarillos
- 50 cigars
- 250g tobacco
Package must be sealed!
Food products
- Dairy products: up to 2 kg (cheese OK)
- Meat/fish: up to 2 kg (canned OK, RAW NOT allowed)
- Fruits/vegetables: up to 2 kg
- Honey, jam: no limits
Meat from non-EU countries is PROHIBITED!
Cash
- Up to €10,000 — NO declaration needed
- Over €10,000 — MUST declare
Personal belongings
- Clothing, shoes (reasonable amount)
- Cosmetics (for personal use)
- Electronics (one laptop, one phone)
- Medicine (with prescription)
PROHIBITED
Weapons & Ammunition
- ANY weapon (even non-functional)
- Ammunition
- Knives with blade >12 cm
Drugs
- ALL recreational drugs — STRICTLY PROHIBITED
- Prescription medicine — only with prescription
Cultural valuables
- Archaeological artifacts (without permits)
- Paintings, icons from old churches
Animal products (without certificates)
- RAW meat
- Unpasteurized milk
- Eggs
If in doubt — declare it! Better to declare than to hide.
Facilities
Checkpoint Characteristics and Facilities Porubne
Transport Type: automobile
Working Hours: 24/7
Amenities:
Room for Mother and Child: Data not found;
Toilets: Data not found;
Food Facilities: Data not found;
Duty-Free Shops: Available;
Mobile Communication: Data not found (details provided by mobile operators);
Wi-Fi Access: Data not found;
Bank Branch and/or Payment Terminal: Data not found;
Crossing with Pets: Data not found;
Checkpoint Controls:
Phytosanitary: Available
Veterinary: Available
Ecological: Available
Sanitary: Available
Cultural Heritage Control: Available
International Road_transport Control: Available
Total number of lanes: Ukraine:
Total number of lanes: Romania:
Information about the working schedule and services might be inaccurate.
User Reviews
Reviews about the checkpoint Porubne, By bus
Ю
Сьогодні 21.06.2026. Туристичні Автобуси з дітьми стоять вже 13 годин в черзі під сонцем. Перед нами ще 5 автобусів. Це знущання над людьми, які їдуть у відпустки, щоб поповнити бюджет ЄС країн. Від ваших нововведеннь стає щораз гірше.
V
1 автобус проїжджає десь за хв 40-1 год... перед нами 3 автобуси. Ми на кордоні з вчорашніх 16.10.
V
Вже 2,5 год як пройшли Україну і перед нами мінімум 5 автобусів
М
Український -румунський кордон вчора з 14.15 до 21.30 проходили автобус
N
Вчера люди приехали в 16.00, прошли в 2 часа ночи.
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Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Porubne
Address: Chernivtsi Oblast, Hlybotskyi district, village of Terebleche (М19).
Phone: +38 044 527-63-63, +38 (03734) 2-42-42
GPS Coordinates: 47.989, 26.0605 Show on map
How to get there
by car:
from Kyiv via the M06 highway to Zhytomyr, from Zhytomyr via the N03 highway to Starokostiantyniv, from Starokostiantyniv via the N03 highway to Khmelnytskyi, from Khmelnytskyi via the N03 highway to Kamianets-Podilskyi, from Kamianets-Podilskyi via the N03 highway to Mohyliv, from Mohyliv via the R19 highway to Terebleche and further to the Porubne border crossing point.
Nearest border checkpoints
- Diakivtsi – 18.5 км
- Krasnoilsk – 33 км
- Solotvyno – 162.3 км
- Diakove – 228 км
- Orlivka – 351.2 км
Emergency Contacts & Support
Ukraine Emergency Services
Romania Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Ukrainian Embassy in Romania
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!