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On Sunday, 7 June 2026, the queue forecast for vehicles at Isaccea predicts wait times of 15–185 minutes, with an average of 50 minutes (all hours Kyiv time). The quietest upcoming window is tomorrow between 00:00 and 01:00, with waits as low as 15 minutes. By tomorrow 10:00 the wait will build to 185 minutes, marking the primary peak for the day. The Isaccea crossing will experience its worst congestion tomorrow between 20:00 and 21:00, with waits reaching 185 minutes—roughly twelve times longer than the early-morning minimum. A secondary peak occurs tomorrow at 20:00 with waits also at 185 minutes. Crossing Isaccea tomorrow before 01:00 instead of tomorrow between 20:00 and 21:00 saves approximately 3 hours.
Next update: tomorrow at 00:00.
Best time to cross Isaccea tomorrow
Current Data
How long does it take to cross the border at Isaccea?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 60 min (~1 hour)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 7 hours 23 minutes ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Isaccea?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 240 min (~4 hours)
based on user experience
Last updated: Updated 1 day ago
Does the EES system work at Isaccea border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Isaccea 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
Queue Chart: Today & Yesterday
Queue at checkpoint for the last 24 hours
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Isaccea - car checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 14.06.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Isaccea - 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 06:00 14.06.2026 — 6 cars. The highest point was recorded at 08:00 14.06.2026 — 15 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles during Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00). The lowest point was observed at 12:00 14.06.2026 — 12 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 14.06.2026 — 12 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 14.06.2026 — 12 cars. The highest point was recorded at 20:00 14.06.2026 — 12 cars.
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 14.06.2026 — 6 cars. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 14.06.2026 — 6 cars.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Isaccea - 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 :00 and 2:00 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 Isaccea - 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
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Isaccea Ferry Crossing: By car
Best days:
Monday-Thursday (9 cars,
~1.5-2.5 hrs).
Avoid:
Friday (25 cars).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟢 Mon | 9 | 36% | ~1.5-2.5 hrs |
| 🟡 Thu | 16 | 64% | ~2.7-3.7 hrs |
| 🔴 Fri | 25 | 100% | ~4.2-5.2 hrs |
| 🟡 Sat | 18 | 72% | ~3-4 hrs |
| 🟡 Sun | 18 | 72% | ~3-4 hrs |
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Monday or Thursday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Isaccea by car?
Monday or Thursday — shortest queue (9 cars, ~1.5-2.5 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Isaccea?
Friday — peak load (25 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Mon), 2-4 hrs (Thu), 3-4 hrs (Sat, Sun), 4-6 hrs (Fri).
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)
- 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
- 200 cigarettes
- 100 cigarillos
- 50 cigars
- 250g tobacco
Package must be sealed!
- 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!
- Up to €10,000 — NO declaration needed
- Over €10,000 — MUST declare
- Clothing, shoes (reasonable amount)
- Cosmetics (for personal use)
- Electronics (one laptop, one phone)
- Medicine (with prescription)
PROHIBITED
- ANY weapon (even non-functional)
- Ammunition
- Knives with blade >12 cm
- ALL recreational drugs — STRICTLY PROHIBITED
- Prescription medicine — only with prescription
- Archaeological artifacts (without permits)
- Paintings, icons from old churches
- RAW meat
- Unpasteurized milk
- Eggs
Facilities
Checkpoint Characteristics and Facilities Isaccea
Transport Type: automobile
Amenities:
Checkpoint Controls:
Total number of lanes: Romania: Data not found
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Data not found
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Isaccea
Address: 800025, Romania, Galati, Portului, nr. 34
Phone: +402 36460706
Email: office@navrom.ro
GPS Coordinates: 45.292815, 28.458115 Show on map
How to get there
To find the route from the capital of Romania (Bucharest) to Isaccea Border Crossing, you have several transportation options:
- By car:
The quickest way to reach Isaccea from Bucharest is by car, which takes approximately 3 hours and 45 minutes. The route is about 280-300 km long, primarily using national roads. - By bus:
There are bus services available from Bucharest to Isaccea. This option might take longer than driving but can be more economical. - By train and bus combination:
You can take a train from Bucharest to a nearby city like Tulcea or Brăila, and then complete the journey to Isaccea by bus. This option may take longer but could be a good choice if you prefer rail travel for part of the journey. - By night bus:
There's also a night bus option available, which could be convenient if you prefer overnight trave.
The most direct route by road typically follows this path:
- Take the A2 motorway east from Bucharest towards Constanta
- Near Fetești, take the exit onto DN2A towards Giurgeni
- Cross the Danube at Giurgeni-Vadu Oii Bridge
- Continue on DN22 through Măcin
- Follow DN22 to Isaccea
Keep in mind that travel times and exact routes may vary depending on traffic conditions and any ongoing road works. It's always a good idea to check current road conditions and border crossing information before starting your journey, especially if you're planning to cross into Ukraine at the Isaccea Border Crossing.
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