Better to avoid:
Recommended times:
How long does it take to cross the border at Ubla?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 15 min (~15 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 8 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Ubla?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 180 min (~3 hours)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 8 days ago
Does the EES system work at Ubla border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Ubla 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.
No cameras available at this checkpoint
Real-time traffic conditions on roads leading to the border crossing. Data is automatically updated from TomTom Traffic and Autobahn.de.
10.2 km
10.2 km
21 km
21 km
25.9 km
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Ubla 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 Ubla 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.
On the other side of the border (Slovakia), the local border service has its own shift schedule that is not publicly published. Total cross-border wait depends on both sides, but on outbound from Ukraine — especially on peak days — the Ukrainian 08:00/20:00 shift is typically the limiting factor.
During the period 01.06.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Ubla - passenger car 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 12:00 01.06.2026 — 8 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 01.06.2026 — 8 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 14:00 01.06.2026 — 2 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 01.06.2026 — 8 cars.
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 01.06.2026 — 15 cars. The highest point was recorded at 20:00 01.06.2026 — 15 cars.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
No data for Night hours (00:00 - 06:00).
To avoid long queues at the Ubla - 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 12:00 and 14:00 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 Ubla - passenger car checkpoint to make your crossing fast and convenient. Pay special attention to these hours to avoid peak times and reduce waiting times.
Our Data vs Official Source
Best days:
Monday-Friday (2 cars,
~0.1-1.1 hrs).
Avoid:
Saturday (22 cars).
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Mon | 2 | 9% | ~0.1-1.1 hrs |
| 🟡 Tue | 15 | 68% | ~0.5-1.5 hrs |
| 🟡 Wed | 14 | 64% | ~0.5-1.5 hrs |
| 🟢 Thu | 9 | 41% | ~0.3-1.3 hrs |
| 🟢 Fri | 7 | 32% | ~0.2-1.2 hrs |
| 🔴 Sat | 22 | 100% | ~0.7-1.7 hrs |
| 🟡 Sun | 15 | 68% | ~0.5-1.5 hrs |
Peak time: Tuesday 13:00 - 15:00 and 18:00 - 20:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 30 up to 30 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday or Friday, when the queue is shortest.
Which day is best to cross Ubla by car?
Monday or Friday — shortest queue (2 cars, ~0.1-1.1 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Ubla?
Saturday — peak load (22 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 0-2 hrs (Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun).
Information about the documents required for leaving the EU will be available here soon.
ALLOWED (with limits)
Example: 0.5L vodka + 1L wine = within limits
Package must be sealed!
Meat from non-EU countries is PROHIBITED!
PROHIBITED
Transport Type: automobile
Total number of lanes: Slovakia: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found
Address: Prešov Region, Snina District, village of Ublia.
Phone: +421961764410
GPS Coordinates: 48.883723, 22.420635 Show on map
By car:
from Bratislava take route E58 to Nitra, from Nitra take route E58 to Zvolen, from Zvolen take route E58 to Rimavská Sobota, from Rimavská Sobota take route E58 to Košice, from Košice take route E58 to Michalovce, from Michalovce take route 18 to Strážske, from Strážske take route 74 to Humenné, from Humenné take route 74 to Snina, from Snina take route 74 to Ubľa and then to the border checkpoint "Ubľa".
