Queue at Hrushiv — Budomezh (bus)
bus
95
min
Wait time
Much quieter than usual
13°C
Forecast for next 6 hours
LIVE
Much quieter than usual
Predicted
What the chart shows
Predicted current queue:
6 buses
Peak load:
7 buses (~9 h 59 min)
Shortest queue:
0 buses (~15 min)
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Peak load hours
Better to avoid:
00:00
07:00
13:00
Best crossing times
Recommended times:
01:00
03:00
04:00
Forecast for Hrushiv (buses) — generated at 00:00, covering today.
• Tomorrow night (21:00–06:00): ~105 min, moderate load (peaks at ~440 min around 00:00).
• This morning (06:00–12:00): ~105 min, moderate load (peaks at ~335 min around 07:00).
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~90 min, moderate load (peaks at ~335 min around 13:00).
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~190 min, busy.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~155 min, busy (peaks at ~230 min around 22:00).
Best time to cross: Midday today (12:00–17:00).
Next update: today at 10:00.
• Tomorrow night (21:00–06:00): ~105 min, moderate load (peaks at ~440 min around 00:00).
• This morning (06:00–12:00): ~105 min, moderate load (peaks at ~335 min around 07:00).
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~90 min, moderate load (peaks at ~335 min around 13:00).
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~190 min, busy.
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~155 min, busy (peaks at ~230 min around 22:00).
Best time to cross: Midday today (12:00–17:00).
Next update: today at 10:00.
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Scheduled buses through this crossing
Next 6 hours · 06:00–12:00
3
🇪🇺 to the EU
6
🇺🇦 to Ukraine
Lighter than usual · 3 buses vs ~9 usual · 1 in queue now
06:00
07:00
08:00
09:00
10:00
11:00
to the EU
to Ukraine
Per day: 34 / 34 in each direction
Per day: 34 / 34 in each direction
By the official international-route schedule — not the live queue. Source: state bus-route registry.
How did you like this checkpoint?
1.8 · 11 review
Shorter queues at nearby crossings — Hrushiv
Current Data
As of 06:38, at Hrushiv checkpoint there are 1 bus waiting.
How long does it take to cross the border at Hrushiv?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 90 min (~1 hour 30 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 20 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Hrushiv?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 1 271 min (~21 hour 11 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 7 days ago
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
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 buses 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.
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 Hrushiv - bus checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 25.07.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Hrushiv - 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 25.07.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 25.07.2026 — 0 buses.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 16:00 25.07.2026 — 1 bus. The highest point was recorded at 14:00 25.07.2026 — 3 buses.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 18:00 25.07.2026 — 1 bus. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 25.07.2026 — 1 bus.
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 25.07.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 25.07.2026 — 1 bus.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Hrushiv - 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 Hrushiv - 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 Hrushiv By bus
Best days:
Tuesday-Monday (4 buses,
~5.3-6.3 hrs).
Avoid:
Sunday (6 buses).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Buses | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Mon | 4 | 67% | ~5.3-6.3 hrs |
| 🟡 Tue | 4 | 67% | ~5.3-6.3 hrs |
| 🟠 Wed | 5 | 83% | ~6.7-7.7 hrs |
| 🟠 Thu | 5 | 83% | ~6.7-7.7 hrs |
| 🟠 Fri | 5 | 83% | ~6.7-7.7 hrs |
| 🟠 Sat | 5 | 83% | ~6.7-7.7 hrs |
| 🔴 Sun | 6 | 100% | ~8-9 hrs |
Peak time: Sunday 04:00 - 06:00 and 05:00 - 07:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 240 up to 2960 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Tuesday or Monday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Hrushiv by bus?
Tuesday or Monday — shortest queue (4 buses, ~5.3-6.3 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Hrushiv?
Sunday 04:00-06:00 and 05:00-07:00 — peak load (6 buses).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 5-7 hrs (Mon, Tue), 6-8 hrs (Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat), 8-9 hrs (Sun).
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 Hrushiv
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: Data not found;
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: Data not found
Veterinary: Data not found
Ecological: Data not found
Sanitary: Data not found
Cultural Heritage Control: Data not found
International Road_transport Control: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Poland: Data not found
Information about the working schedule and services might be inaccurate.
User Reviews — 1.6/5 (7 reviews)
User sentiment for the Hrushiv checkpoint is overwhelmingly negative, dominated by complaints about extreme and unpredictable waiting times for buses. Reviewers report standing 13 hours in the queue to enter Poland, 5.5 hours (with 3 buses still ahead) to enter Ukraine, and a striking 12 hours despite only 5 buses in front. One traveler noted a bus sitting for 5 hours even though the crossing point was nearly empty, pointing to slow processing rather than heavy volume. Staff are repeatedly described as extremely slow and relaxed, which many see as the core problem.
Beyond wait times, travelers highlight poor on-site conditions: piles of garbage, a non-working toilet (no water), a broken drink vending machine, and a complete lack of information about crossing times. Bus checks add delays too — one review mentions the bus being X-rayed and sent to an inspection pit. Queues can build fast: one traveler went from 12th in line to 7 buses behind them within an hour.
Practical tips from reviewers: expect roughly 4 hours to clear both Ukrainian and Polish control on a good night, arrive late evening (around 22:30) to be near the front, and aim to pass the Polish side before the shift change. Bring your own water, snacks, and patience, since facilities cannot be relied upon.
Beyond wait times, travelers highlight poor on-site conditions: piles of garbage, a non-working toilet (no water), a broken drink vending machine, and a complete lack of information about crossing times. Bus checks add delays too — one review mentions the bus being X-rayed and sent to an inspection pit. Queues can build fast: one traveler went from 12th in line to 7 buses behind them within an hour.
Practical tips from reviewers: expect roughly 4 hours to clear both Ukrainian and Polish control on a good night, arrive late evening (around 22:30) to be near the front, and aim to pass the Polish side before the shift change. Bring your own water, snacks, and patience, since facilities cannot be relied upon.
⭐ 1.6/5
7 reviews
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User Reviews
Reviews about the checkpoint Hrushiv, By bus
Н
Автобус стоїть уже 5 годин. При цьому пункт перетину майже вільний
С
Я б і жодної зірочки на поставила. Це саме жахливе, що може трапитись. 05 липня 2025р. Були в черзі на в'їзд до Польщі 13 автобусом, простояли 13 годин. Зараз 20 липня 2025р. Стоїмо на в'їзд в Україну . В черзі були 6 автобусом. Стоїмо вже 5,5 годин і попереду ще 3 автобуси.
С
Більш жахливого перетину кордону ще не було. Приїхали на п.Грушів 05 липня 2025 р.о 22-30, в черзі були 12 автобусом.На сам пункт пропуску заїхали 06 липня о 5-30. На даний час на годиннику 8-50, а ми і досі на українському кордоні.
М
23.55 5.07 станом на зараз 27 автобусів.
О
Ми приїхали 22.30 були 12ті. Через не цілу годину ззаду вже було 7 автобусів.О 6.00 підїхали до пропускного.На території було 6 автобусів. Але стоять двома пасами,може і так пропускають. Маю надію що пройдемо поляків до перезмінки.
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Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Hrushiv
Address: Ukraine, Lviv region, Yavorsky district, village Grushiv (Україна, Львівська обл., Яворський р-н, с. Грушів.)
Phone: 0382 724 766
GPS Coordinates: 50.09691, 23.279222 Show on map
How to get there
by car:
from Kyiv via the M06 highway to Zhytomyr, from Zhytomyr via the M06 highway to Rivne, from Rivne via the M06 highway to Lviv, from Lviv via the M10 highway to Yavoriv, from Yavoriv via the T1403 highway to Hrusheve, from Hrusheve via the T1403 highway to the Hrushiv border crossing point.
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!