Queue at Hrushiv — Budomezh (cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons))
cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons)
≈18 hr 15 min
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As of 21:14 the wait at Hrushiv is ≈18 hr 15 min. 9 vehicles are in the queue. Roughly 15 hr 33 min to 20 hr 57 min.
Updated (local time, UTC+3)For trucks at Ukrainian crossings the wait time is the estimated time until you are called from the electronic queue (eCherha), not time spent standing in a physical line.
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 · 15.10.2026
LIVE9 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) (~18 h 15 min)Much quieter than usual
As of 21:14 there are 9 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) in the queue, estimated wait ~18 h 15 min; usually at this hour: 44 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) (much quieter than usual).
Now9 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)~18 h 15 minRecommended times
22:0018 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)~18 h 15 minShortest queue
23:0021 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)~42 h 27 minRecommended times
00:0022 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)~43 h 27 minRecommended times
01:0023 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)~46 h 3 min
02:0025 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)~50 h 39 min
03:0027 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)~54 h 15 minPeak load
Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 00:00, 22:00, 23:00.
ActualNowPredicted 44Trucks (up to 7.5 tons)
Today (Thu · 15.10.2026): Peak load 03:00 — 27 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) (~54 h 15 min), Shortest queue 22:00 — 18 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) (~18 h 15 min) · Next hours: 22:00 — 18, 23:00 — 21, 00:00 — 22, 01:00 — 23, 02:00 — 25, 03:00 — 27
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Forecast for Hrushiv (trucks) — updated at 20:00, covering through tomorrow noon.
• This evening (20:00–21:00): ~12 h, very busy.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~43 h, very busy.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~12 h, very busy.
Best time to cross: This evening (20:00–21:00).
Next update: today at 22:00.
• This evening (20:00–21:00): ~12 h, very busy.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~43 h, very busy.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~12 h, very busy.
Best time to cross: This evening (20:00–21:00).
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 Hrushiv — Trucks (up to 7.5 tons), UA → PL
Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations
Best time
Friday, 13:00–15:00
~1 trucks
Heaviest load
Sunday, 15:00–19:00
~42 trucks
Quietest day
Saturday
on average 2 trucks
Busiest day
Wednesday
on average 31 trucks
Typical load by hour
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Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 22 trucks · weekend: 5 trucks
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 | 37 | 31 | 28 | 29 | 28 | 21 | 37 | — | 18 | 17 | 16 | 16 | 17 | 17 | 16 | 20 | 22 | 23 | 25 | 29 | 26 | 29 | 28 | 29 |
| Tuesday | 30 | 29 | 23 | 22 | 21 | 22 | 33 | — | 24 | 16 | 19 | 17 | 23 | 20 | 13 | 16 | 19 | 24 | 29 | 34 | 38 | 39 | 37 | 35 |
| Wednesday | 35 | 37 | 37 | 33 | 30 | 23 | — | — | 25 | 23 | 26 | 29 | 25 | 26 | 24 | 26 | 29 | 39 | 37 | 38 | 39 | 33 | 32 | 37 |
| Thursday | 39 | 34 | 33 | 30 | 29 | 29 | 19 | — | 22 | 18 | 16 | 16 | 19 | 15 | 15 | 16 | 11 | 16 | 9 | 12 | 7 | 9 | 12 | 9 |
| Friday | 12 | 12 | 6 | 5 | 5 | 6 | 4 | — | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Saturday | 1 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 1 | — | 1 | 2 | 2 | 4 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 5 |
| Sunday | 7 | 8 | 5 | 9 | 9 | 8 | 8 | — | 9 | 10 | 14 | 26 | 32 | 33 | 38 | 41 | 41 | 42 | 37 | 38 | 37 | 36 | 36 | 37 |
Key takeaways
- The quietest day is Saturday: on average 2 trucks in the queue.
- The busiest day is Wednesday: on average 31 trucks in the queue.
- The lightest traffic is usually on Friday between 13:00 and 15:00.
- Peak load is on Sunday between 15:00 and 19:00 (up to 42 trucks).
Calculated from 5 448 real measurements over the last 60 days.
Which day has the shortest queue at the Hrushiv (Trucks (up to 7.5 tons), UA → PL) border crossing?
Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Saturday (2 trucks on average). The heaviest load is on Wednesday.
What time of day is best to cross the border at Hrushiv (Trucks (up to 7.5 tons), UA → PL)?
Queues are usually shortest on Friday between 13:00 and 15:00. The worst time is Sunday between 15:00 and 19:00.
Data updated: 15.10.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Kyiv
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Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Hrushiv - cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons) checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 14.10.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Hrushiv - cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons) checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 33 to 44 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The lowest point was observed at 07:00 14.10.2026 — 33 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The highest point was recorded at 12:00 14.10.2026 — 44 trucks (up to 7.5 tons).
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 44 to 49 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The lowest point was observed at 12:00 14.10.2026 — 44 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The highest point was recorded at 16:00 14.10.2026 — 49 trucks (up to 7.5 tons).
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 44 to 51 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The lowest point was observed at 22:00 14.10.2026 — 44 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The highest point was recorded at 21:00 14.10.2026 — 51 trucks (up to 7.5 tons).
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 39 to 48 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The lowest point was observed at 05:00 14.10.2026 — 39 trucks (up to 7.5 tons). The highest point was recorded at 00:00 14.10.2026 — 48 trucks (up to 7.5 tons).
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Hrushiv - cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons) 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 7:00 and 8:00 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 Hrushiv - cargo transport (up to 7.5 tons) checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Data Comparison
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Peak Hours
Travel Planning Hrushiv By freight transport up to 7.5 tons
Best days:
Friday–Saturday (3 trucks (up to 7.5 tons),
~6.3-7.3 hrs).
Avoid:
Wednesday (21 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Trucks | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟠 Mon | 17 | 81% | ~34.3-35.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Tue | 21 | 100% | ~42.3-43.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Wed | 21 | 100% | ~42.3-43.3 hrs |
| 🟢 Thu | 9 | 43% | ~18.3-19.3 hrs |
| 🟢 Fri | 3 | 14% | ~6.3-7.3 hrs |
| 🟢 Sat | 6 | 29% | ~12.3-13.3 hrs |
| 🔴 Sun | 21 | 100% | ~42.3-43.3 hrs |
Peak time: Thursday 02:00 - 04:00 and 01:00 - 03:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 1695 up to 3495 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Friday or Saturday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Hrushiv by truck?
Friday or Saturday — shortest queue (3 trucks (up to 7.5 tons), ~6.3-7.3 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Hrushiv?
Wednesday — peak load (21 trucks (up to 7.5 tons)).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 6-8 hrs (Fri), 12-14 hrs (Sat), 18-20 hrs (Thu), 34-36 hrs (Mon), 42-44 hrs (Tue–Wed, Sun).
How did you like this checkpoint?
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Current Data
As of 21:14, at Hrushiv checkpoint there are 9 cargo vehicles up to 7.5 tons waiting.
Does the EES system work at Hrushiv border crossing?
EES Active
Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Hrushiv 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
Truck Drivers Portal
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Hrushiv: 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 Hrushiv 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 trucks (up to 7.5 tons) at Hrushiv 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
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.
Buy Green Card online:
VUSO ARX UNIQA
Documents for crossing the border
To ensure a quick inspection, make sure you have the basic set of documents. A full list of requirements and exceptions is available on our Border Crossing Rules page.
Traveler's documents:
- Biometric passport.
- Medical insurance policy.
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 Hrushiv
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: Information not 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: Ukraine: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Poland: Information not available
Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate.
User Reviews — 3.0/5 (1 reviews)
Travelers crossing through Hrushiv checkpoint should be prepared for frequent tachograph inspections. One user reported a notable increase in these vehicle control procedures, suggesting that enforcement activities have intensified at this border crossing. The rating of 3/5 reflects a neutral stance on the experience, indicating that while the checkpoint functions, the heightened inspection frequency presents an additional consideration for drivers. This pattern of increased tachograph controls is particularly important for commercial vehicle operators and long-distance drivers who rely on accurate documentation. The checkpoint appears to be conducting more rigorous compliance checks, which could extend crossing times slightly depending on vehicle type and documentation status. Drivers are advised to ensure all required documentation is readily accessible and that tachograph records are properly maintained before crossing at Hrushiv. The frequency of controls suggests heightened regulatory enforcement, making preparation and compliance essential for smooth passage through this crossing point.
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Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Hrushiv
Address: Ukraine, Border Crossing Hrushiv (Україна, Прикордонний перехід Грушів)
GPS Coordinates: 50.09691, 23.279222 Show on map
How to get there
Hrushiv border crossing is located on the border between Ukraine and Poland.
Nearest checkpoints
- Krakivets – 19.6 km
- Rava-Ruska – 29.6 km
- Shehyni – 40.6 km
- Nyzhankovychi – 55.7 km
- Uhryniv – 78.6 km
Emergency Contacts & Support
Ukraine Emergency Services
Poland Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!
Hrushiv: what this crossing is
Crossing point: Hrushiv (UA) — Budomezh (PL). Countries: Ukraine — Poland. Route: Lviv — Nemyriv — Hrushiv — Budomezh.
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 21:14 the wait at Hrushiv is ≈18 hr 15 min. 9 vehicles are in the queue. Roughly 15 hr 33 min to 20 hr 57 min.
- Over the last 60 days the quietest day is Saturday, the quietest window is 08:00–10:00.