Queue at Krosstsenko — Smilnytsia
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As of 20:18 the wait at Krosstsenko is 0 min.
Updated (local time, UTC+1)Forecast for next 6 hours
Forecast is based on historical data and current trends. Day of week, time of day, and seasonality are taken into account.
Thu · 29.10.2026
LIVE0 cars (~12 min)Much quieter than usual
As of 19:01 there are 0 cars in the queue, estimated wait ~12 min; usually at this hour: 2 cars (much quieter than usual).
Now0 cars~12 minBetter to avoid
23:003 cars~30 minPeak load
00:002 cars~22 minBetter to avoid
01:000 cars~15 minRecommended times
02:000 cars~14 minRecommended times
03:000 cars~14 min
Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 22:00, 23:00, 00:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 01:00, 02:00, 22:00.
ActualNowPredicted 2Cars
Today (Thu · 29.10.2026): Peak load 23:00 — 3 cars (~30 min), Shortest queue 22:00 — 0 cars (~12 min) · Next hours: 22:00 — 2, 23:00 — 3, 00:00 — 2, 01:00 — 0, 02:00 — 0, 03:00 — 0
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Forecast for Krosstsenko (passenger cars) — updated at 20:00, covering through tomorrow noon.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~20 min, light traffic.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
Best time to cross: Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 22:00.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~20 min, light traffic.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
Best time to cross: Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 22:00.
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Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary.
When is the best time to cross at Krosstsenko — Cars, PL → UA
Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations
Best time
Monday, 01:00–04:00
~0 cars
Heaviest load
Thursday, 13:00–16:00
~4 cars
Quietest day
Monday
on average 0 cars
Busiest day
Saturday
on average 1 cars
Typical load by hour
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Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 0 cars · weekend: 0 cars
Weekly picture: days × hours
| on average | 00:00 | 01:00 | 02:00 | 03:00 | 04:00 | 05:00 | 06:00 | 07:00 | 08:00 | 09:00 | 10:00 | 11:00 | 12:00 | 13:00 | 14:00 | 15:00 | 16:00 | 17:00 | 18:00 | 19:00 | 20:00 | 21:00 | 22:00 | 23:00 |
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| Monday | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Tuesday | — | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | — | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Wednesday | — | — | — | 0 | — | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Thursday | — | — | — | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 8 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Friday | — | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Saturday | — | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — | 4 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | — | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
| Sunday | — | — | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | — | 0 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | — |
Key takeaways
- The quietest day is Monday: on average 0 cars in the queue.
- The busiest day is Saturday: on average 1 cars in the queue.
- The lightest traffic is usually on Monday between 01:00 and 04:00.
- Peak load is on Thursday between 13:00 and 16:00 (up to 4 cars).
Calculated from 676 real measurements over the last 60 days.
Which day has the shortest queue at the Krosstsenko (Cars, PL → UA) border crossing?
Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Monday (0 cars on average). The heaviest load is on Saturday.
What time of day is best to cross the border at Krosstsenko (Cars, PL → UA)?
Queues are usually shortest on Monday between 01:00 and 04:00. The worst time is Thursday between 13:00 and 16:00.
Data updated: 29.10.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Warsaw
Thanks to our user Ihor for the idea behind this page 💛
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Krosstsenko - passenger car checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 28.10.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Krosstsenko - passenger car checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 cars. The lowest point was observed at 06:00 28.10.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 28.10.2026 — 0 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 cars. The lowest point was observed at 13:00 28.10.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 13:00 28.10.2026 — 0 cars.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 cars. The lowest point was observed at 18:00 28.10.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 28.10.2026 — 0 cars.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 cars. The lowest point was observed at 02:00 28.10.2026 — 0 cars. The highest point was recorded at 02:00 28.10.2026 — 0 cars.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Krosstsenko - passenger car 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 2:00 and 4:00 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 Krosstsenko - passenger car 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
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Official Data
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Difference: +12min
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Krosstsenko By car
Best days:
Wednesday–Thursday (7 cars,
~0.8-1.8 hrs).
Avoid:
Sunday (16 cars).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟠 Mon | 13 | 81% | ~1.4-2.4 hrs |
| 🟠 Tue | 14 | 88% | ~1.5-2.5 hrs |
| 🟢 Wed | 7 | 44% | ~0.8-1.8 hrs |
| 🟢 Thu | 8 | 50% | ~0.9-1.9 hrs |
| 🟡 Fri | 10 | 63% | ~1.1-2.1 hrs |
| 🟠 Sat | 13 | 81% | ~1.4-2.4 hrs |
| 🔴 Sun | 16 | 100% | ~1.6-2.6 hrs |
Peak time: Thursday 08:00 - 10:00 and 21:00 - 23:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 44 up to 179 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Wednesday or Thursday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Krosstsenko by car?
Wednesday or Thursday — shortest queue (7 cars, ~0.8-1.8 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Krosstsenko?
Sunday — peak load (16 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 0-2 hrs (Wed–Thu), 1-3 hrs (Mon–Tue, Fri–Sun).
How did you like this checkpoint?
3.1 · 9 review
Best Time to Cross Krosstsenko today
22:00↓100%−100%
02:00↓97%−97%
01:00↓94%−94%
Current Data
As of 20:18, there is no queue at Krosstsenko checkpoint.
How long does it take to cross the border at Krosstsenko?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 15 min (~15 minutes)
based on user experience
Updated 29 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Krosstsenko?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 420 min (~7 hours)
based on user experience
Updated 4 days ago
Does the EES system work at Krosstsenko border crossing?
EES Active
Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Krosstsenko border crossing. EES is an EU automated system for registering entry and exit of third-country nationals crossing the external borders of the Schengen Area.
The system records the date, time and place of border crossing, as well as biometric data (fingerprints and facial photo).
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
Live Cameras
The webcam at this checkpoint has been switched off since 24.02.2022 due to the war
Moderate traffic 10 km/h
1 h ago
Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de.
Moderate traffic
10 km/h
Nearby Road Incidents
5
Road works
33.9 km
Roadworks
33.9 km
Closure
34.6 km
Closed
34.6 km
Closure
34.6 km
Closed
34.6 km
Road works
45.4 km
Roadworks. New roadworks layout
45.4 km
Road works
45.9 km
Roadworks. New roadworks layout
45.9 km
On the other side of the border
Heavy traffic
10 km/h
Krosstsenko: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Polish border — when and how long to wait
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Krosstsenko 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 cars at Krosstsenko 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.
At the neighboring Poland checkpoint the border-guard shift change happens at the same local times, but Poland is on Central European Time — one hour behind Kyiv — so there it falls around 07:00 and 19:00 Kyiv time. Because the two shifts overlap, the slowdown stretches into wider windows on both sides: roughly 07:00–08:30 in the morning and 19:00–20:30 in the evening (Kyiv time). During these intervals, processing on both sides can noticeably slow down.
Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette
Required Documents
Documents for crossing the border from the EU
Information about the documents required for leaving the EU will be available here soon.
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 Equipment Krosstsenko
Transport Type: road crossing
Working Hours: 24/7
Amenities:
Mother and Child Room: Information not available;
Toilets: Information not available;
Food Facilities: Information not available;
Duty Free Shops: Information not available;
Mobile Communication: Information not available (contact mobile operators for details);
Wi-Fi Access: Available;
Bank Branch and/or Payment Terminal: Information not available;
Border Crossing with Pets: Information not available;
Checkpoint Control Types:
Phytosanitary: Information not available
Veterinary: Information not available
Ecological: Information not available
Sanitary: Information not available
Cultural Heritage Control: Information not available
International Road Transport Control: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Poland:
Total number of lanes: Ukraine:
Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate.
Fuel Prices
Fuel Prices near the checkpoint Krosstsenko as of 2026-10-29 (PLN/liter) (Subcarpathian Voivodeship)
| Voivodeship | S98 | E95 | ON | LPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Subcarpathian Voivodeship | 8.16 | 6.50 | 7.31 | 3.73 |
The prices are approximate
User Reviews — 3.7/5 (7 reviews)
User sentiment about the Krosstsenko border checkpoint is mixed but leans positive. Most reviewers, especially those writing in 2024 and 2025, describe quick and smooth crossings. Recent reviews are sharply negative, though. The most recent one, from October 2026, reports a bus carrying children stuck in the queue for 18 hours with no access to hot food. A December 2025 review notes arriving as roughly the 120th vehicle in line, which points to heavy congestion in peak periods.
Wait times vary widely depending on timing. On the good days, crossings were very fast. One traveler joined the queue toward Ukraine at 6:42 with only 3 cars ahead and entered Ukraine by 6:57, about 15 minutes. Another reported a 30-minute entry into Ukraine in December 2024. At 10:08 one morning, there were only 3-5 cars per lane, and even that short queue was caused by a 15-20 minute database outage. Another review describes driving straight through the barrier, with 3-4 cars on the territory for the green channel and about 10-12 cars for the red channel.
Practical tips: one reviewer says Polish officers process traffic faster on lane 5. Early mornings appear to have the shortest queues. Choose the green or red channel to match your goods, since the red channel queue is longer. The overall pattern is quick crossings for cars during off-peak hours, but serious delays for buses and during holiday or peak periods, so travelers should plan ahead and bring supplies.
Wait times vary widely depending on timing. On the good days, crossings were very fast. One traveler joined the queue toward Ukraine at 6:42 with only 3 cars ahead and entered Ukraine by 6:57, about 15 minutes. Another reported a 30-minute entry into Ukraine in December 2024. At 10:08 one morning, there were only 3-5 cars per lane, and even that short queue was caused by a 15-20 minute database outage. Another review describes driving straight through the barrier, with 3-4 cars on the territory for the green channel and about 10-12 cars for the red channel.
Practical tips: one reviewer says Polish officers process traffic faster on lane 5. Early mornings appear to have the shortest queues. Choose the green or red channel to match your goods, since the red channel queue is longer. The overall pattern is quick crossings for cars during off-peak hours, but serious delays for buses and during holiday or peak periods, so travelers should plan ahead and bring supplies.
⭐ 3.7/5
7 reviews
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User Reviews
Reviews about the checkpoint Krosstsenko, By car
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Автобус з дітьми стоїть 18 годин в черзі!!,діти без теплої їжі
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приїхали 120-ті
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На 5 пасі поляки обслуговують швидше
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Не советую ехать через эту таможню. Простояли 8 часов. Ехали семьёй , поляки перевернули машину верх дном, даже в детских сумках всё рыскали, хамы...
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Ужасная таможня, простояли 7 часов. Поляки машину всю обыскали, все вещи раскидали, даже в багажник где запасное колесо- всё перерыли. Везла домашние помидоры из дома- около 7 кг. Так эти голодные тв🤮🤮🤮ри забрали их. Я в шоке, как помидоры??? Даже не выкинули их, себе в коморку свинья эта польская затащила. Мой совет- не ехать через эту таможню
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Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Krosstsenko
Address: DK84, 38-700 Kroscienko, Poland (DK84, 38-700 Krościenko, Polska)
Phone: +48 13 465 83 00
Email: kroscienko@strazgraniczna.pl
GPS Coordinates: 49.481089, 22.701431 Show on map
How to get there
By car:
from Warsaw take route E77 to Grójec, from Grójec take route E77 to Radom, from Radom take route E371 to Iłża, from Iłża take route E371 to Rzeszów, from Rzeszów take route E371 to Miejsce Piastowe, from Miejsce Piastowe take route 28 to Sanok, from Sanok take route 84 to Ustrzyki Dolne, from Ustrzyki Dolne take route 84 to Krościenko and then to the border checkpoint "Krościenko".
Nearest checkpoints
Emergency Contacts & Support
Poland Emergency Services
Ukraine Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!
If the queue is long: a quick check before you join it
- Fuel: fill up before the border — the engine runs for hours in the queue and the first station across may be 20–30 km away (fuel prices nearby).
- Water and food for 4–6 hours, a bag for rubbish.
- Power bank and cable — you need the phone for eCherha, navigation and reporting the queue.
- Some cash in the currency of the country you are entering — not every kiosk or station near the border takes cards.
- Documents in one place: passport, vehicle registration, insurance, Green Card (full list).
- Toilets, cafés, currency exchange — services near the crossing.
At a glance
- As of 20:18 the wait at Krosstsenko is 0 min.
- Over the last 60 days the quietest day is Monday, the quietest window is 00:00–02:00.