Queue at Isaccea — Orlivka (car)
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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.
Mon · 14.09.2026
Actual 08:113 cars (~45 min)
Now3 cars
11:005 cars~55 minShortest queue
12:007 cars~55 minRecommended times
13:009 cars~55 minRecommended times
14:0010 cars~55 min
15:0011 cars~55 min
16:0012 cars~55 minPeak load
Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 17:00, 20:00, 21:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 11:00, 12:00, 13:00.
ActualCars
Today (Mon · 14.09.2026): Peak load 16:00 — 12 cars (~55 min), Shortest queue 11:00 — 5 cars (~55 min) · Next hours: 11:00 — 5, 12:00 — 7, 13:00 — 9, 14:00 — 10, 15:00 — 11, 16:00 — 12
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
Forecast for Isaccea (ferry crossings) — updated at 10:00, covering the rest of today.
• This morning (10:00–12:00): ~55 min, light traffic.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~55 min, light traffic.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~120 min, moderate load.
• Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~110 min, moderate load.
Best time to cross: This morning (10:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 12:00.
• This morning (10:00–12:00): ~55 min, light traffic.
• Midday today (12:00–17:00): ~55 min, light traffic.
• This evening (17:00–21:00): ~120 min, moderate load.
• Late tonight (21:00–00:00): ~110 min, moderate load.
Best time to cross: This morning (10:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 12:00.
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Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary.
When is the best time to cross at Isaccea — Cars, RO → UA
Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations
Best time
Wednesday, 13:00–15:00
~6 cars
Heaviest load
Wednesday, 16:00–18:00
~29 cars
Quietest day
Thursday
on average 7 cars
Busiest day
Sunday
on average 16 cars
Typical load by hour
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Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 10 cars · weekend: 12 cars
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 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 11 | — | 8 | — | — | — | 25 | 3 | — | — | 28 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Tuesday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | 10 | — | 4 | — | — | 22 | 14 | — | 25 | 15 | — | — | 15 | — | — | — |
| Wednesday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 8 | 11 | 6 | 7 | 5 | — | 35 | 23 | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Thursday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 7 | — | 5 | — | — | — | 10 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Friday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | — | 3 | 6 | 24 | 15 | 15 | — | 10 | 6 | 32 | — | — | — | — | — |
| Saturday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 10 | 13 | 5 | 6 | — | 8 | 15 | 8 | 6 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — |
| Sunday | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 5 | — | — | 13 | 20 | 14 | 35 | — | 17 | 12 | — | — | — | — |
Key takeaways
- The quietest day is Thursday: on average 7 cars in the queue.
- The busiest day is Sunday: on average 16 cars in the queue.
- The lightest traffic is usually on Wednesday between 13:00 and 15:00.
- Peak load is on Wednesday between 16:00 and 18:00 (up to 29 cars).
Calculated from 176 real measurements over the last 60 days.
Which day has the shortest queue at the Isaccea (Cars, RO → UA) border crossing?
Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Thursday (7 cars on average). The heaviest load is on Sunday.
What time of day is best to cross the border at Isaccea (Cars, RO → UA)?
Queues are usually shortest on Wednesday between 13:00 and 15:00. The worst time is Wednesday between 16:00 and 18:00.
Data updated: 14.09.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Bucharest
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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 Isaccea - car checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 13.09.2026 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 stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 3 to 3 cars. The lowest point was observed at 06:00 13.09.2026 — 3 cars. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 13.09.2026 — 3 cars.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 3 to 3 cars. The lowest point was observed at 12:00 13.09.2026 — 3 cars. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 13.09.2026 — 3 cars.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 3 to 3 cars. The lowest point was observed at 18:00 13.09.2026 — 3 cars. The highest point was recorded at 18:00 13.09.2026 — 3 cars.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 3 to 3 cars. The lowest point was observed at 00:00 13.09.2026 — 3 cars. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 13.09.2026 — 3 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
Our Data
41min
(3 cars)
Official Data
4h 44min
(30 cars)
Difference: -4h 3min
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Isaccea Ferry Crossing: By car
Best days:
Thursday, Saturday (10 cars,
~1.7-2.7 hrs).
Avoid:
Friday (17 cars).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Cars | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Mon | 12 | 71% | ~2-3 hrs |
| 🟡 Tue | 12 | 71% | ~2-3 hrs |
| 🟡 Wed | 12 | 71% | ~2-3 hrs |
| 🟢 Thu | 10 | 59% | ~1.7-2.7 hrs |
| 🔴 Fri | 17 | 100% | ~2.8-3.8 hrs |
| 🟡 Sat | 11 | 65% | ~1.9-2.9 hrs |
| 🟠 Sun | 14 | 82% | ~2.3-3.3 hrs |
Peak time: Monday 17:00 - 19:00 and 13:00 - 15:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 239 up to 284 min..
Based on the data, the best time to cross the border is Thursday or Saturday, when the queue is shortest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which day is best to cross Isaccea by car?
Thursday or Saturday — shortest queue (10 cars, ~1.7-2.7 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Isaccea?
Friday — peak load (17 cars).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 1-3 hrs (Thu, Sat), 2-3 hrs (Mon–Wed), 2-4 hrs (Fri, Sun).
How did you like this checkpoint?
2.6 · 5 review
Best Time to Cross Isaccea today
11:00less queue
12:00less queue
13:00less queue
Current Data
As of 10:01, at Isaccea checkpoint there are 3 ferry crossing - cars waiting.
How long does it take to cross the border at Isaccea?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 85 min (~1 hour 25 minutes)
based on user experience
Updated 1 day ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Isaccea?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 60 min (~1 hour)
based on user experience
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.
Information provided for trip planning only. Actual conditions may differ. Always check the latest data before departure.
No cameras available at this checkpoint
Isaccea: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Romanian border — when and how long to wait
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Isaccea 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 Isaccea 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.
The neighboring Romania checkpoint is in the same time zone as Ukraine (Kyiv time), so its shift change falls at roughly the same 08:00 and 20:00. Because both sides change at the same time, the slowdown is concentrated in narrow windows — about 08:00–08:30 in the morning and 20:00–20:30 in the evening (Kyiv time).
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)
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 Isaccea
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: Romania: Information not available
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: Information not available
Information about operating hours and services may be inaccurate.
User Reviews — 2.3/5 (3 reviews)
The recent reviews for the Isaccea border checkpoint highlight a mixed experience dominated by long wait times and poor facilities. Two reviewers gave the checkpoint a 1‑star rating, complaining about excessive delays: one waited 2.5 hours before any processing began, while another was stuck from 17:00 to 23:40 with no buses allowed, only private cars. Both mention extreme heat, terrible toilets, and a lack of drinking water for purchase. In contrast, a single 5‑star review praises a quick morning processing and friendly staff, indicating that service quality can vary throughout the day. Travelers are advised to arrive early, preferably in the morning, to benefit from faster service and to bring sufficient water and personal hygiene supplies, as the checkpoint’s amenities are insufficient. Planning for potential multi‑hour waits, especially in the afternoon or evening, and checking for bus availability beforehand can help mitigate frustration. Overall, the sentiment leans negative due to inconsistent processing times and inadequate facilities, though the checkpoint can operate efficiently under optimal conditions.
⭐ 2.3/5
3 reviews
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User Reviews
Reviews about the checkpoint Isaccea, Ferry Crossing: By car
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простояли 2,5 години поки почали запускати на територію Ісакча
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Вранці швидко і сервісний персонал
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Ехали в субботу в 15.06 подъехали со стороны Румынии к КПП на легковом автомобиле - в 16.40 уже были в Орловке! Все - кордоны с обеих сторон, очередь на паром и сама переправа - в целом чуть больше полутора часов! Дякую!
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Чекали на кордоні з 17:00 до 23:40, жодного автобуса не пускали, тільки легкові автомобілі. Спека стояла неможлива, туалети жахливі, води немає де придбати. Жахливі!!! 25.06.
This review(s) reflects the subjective opinion of a service user, and not the official position of NaKordoni.eu.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Isaccea
Address: 800025, Romania, Galati, Portului, nr. 34
Phone: +402 36460706
Email: office@navrom.ro
GPS Coordinates: 45.284085, 28.452964 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.
Nearest checkpoints
- Siret – 351.5 km
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Emergency Contacts & Support
Romania Emergency Services
Ukraine Emergency Services
Roadside Assistance
Roadside Assistance
Always carry your passport and vehicle documents!
Isaccea: what this crossing is
Crossing point: Isaccea (Romania) — Orlivka (Ukraine), a ferry link over the Danube. Countries: Romania and Ukraine. Opening hours: 24 hours a day, every day.
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 10:01 the wait at Isaccea is 41 min. 3 vehicles are in the queue.
- Over the last 60 days the quietest day is Thursday, the quietest window is 06:00–08:00.