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How long does it take to cross the border at Zahony?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 285 min (~4 hours 45 minutes)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 25 days ago
Does the EES system work at Zahony border crossing?
EES Active
Yes, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is active at Zahony 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).
During the period 16.01.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Zahony - 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 07:00 16.01.2026 — 1 bus. The highest point was recorded at 07:00 16.01.2026 — 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 16.01.2026 — 1 bus. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 16.01.2026 — 1 bus.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles during Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00). The lowest point was observed at 19:00 16.01.2026 — 1 bus. The highest point was recorded at 19:00 16.01.2026 — 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 00:00 16.01.2026 — 1 bus. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 16.01.2026 — 1 bus.
To avoid long queues at the Zahony - 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 :00 and 1:00 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 Zahony - bus 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
Найкращі дні:
Tuesday-Thursday (3 buses,
~4-5 год).
Уникайте:
Sunday (13 buses).
| День | Buses | Навантаження | Час очікування |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Пн | 9 | 69% | ~12-13 год |
| 🟢 Вт | 3 | 23% | ~4-5 год |
| 🟡 Ср | 9 | 69% | ~12-13 год |
| 🟢 Чт | 6 | 46% | ~8-9 год |
| 🟡 Пт | 8 | 62% | ~10.7-11.7 год |
| 🟡 Сб | 9 | 69% | ~12-13 год |
| 🔴 Нд | 13 | 100% | ~17.3-18.3 год |
Піковий час: Saturday 17:00 - 19:00 та 19:00 - 21:00.
Středný čas očekávání: from 1600 up to 1600 min..
На основі даних, найкращий час для перетину кордону — Tuesday або Thursday, коли черга найменша.
Який день найкращий для перетину Zahony by bus?
Tuesday або Thursday — найменша черга (3 buses, ~4-5 год очікування).
Коли уникати перетину на Zahony?
Sunday — пікове навантаження (13 buses).
Скільки часу чекати у черзі в середньому?
Depends on the day: 4-5 год (Вт), 8-9 год (Чт), 10-12 год (Пт), 12-13 год (Пн, Ср, Сб), 17-19 год (Нд).
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Before crossing the border, check that EVERYTHING works:
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: Hungary: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found
Address: 4625 Záhony, Kárpát út 4-6.
Phone: +3645525161
Email: zahony_hrk@szabolcs.police.hu
GPS Coordinates: 48.418594, 22.170066 Show on map
By car:
from Budapest take route M3 to Nyíregyháza, from Nyíregyháza take route E-573 to Zahon, from Zahon take route E-573 to the border checkpoint "Zahon".
