As of 20:51 the wait at Uzhhorod is 0 min.
Updated (local time, UTC+3)Forecast for next 6 hours7-day queue forecast
Forecast is based on historical data and current trends. Day of week, time of day, and seasonality are taken into account.Typical daily peak queue for the week ahead
Thu · 15.10.202615–21 October 2026
As of 20:51 there are 0 buses in the queue, estimated wait ~17 min; usually at this hour: 0 buses (much quieter than usual).
Peak load hours — Better to avoid: 09:00, 10:00, 11:00. Best crossing times — Recommended times: 00:00, 01:00, 21:00.
ActualNowPredicted 0Buses
Today (Thu · 15.10.2026): Peak load 22:00 — 0 buses (~17 min), Shortest queue 21:00 — 0 buses (~17 min) · Next hours: 21:00 — 0, 22:00 — 0, 23:00 — 0, 00:00 — 0, 01:00 — 0, 02:00 — 0
Queue Forecast Smart Forecast
• Tonight (21:00–06:00): ~20 min, light traffic.
• Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00): ~15 min, light traffic.
Best time to cross: Tomorrow morning (06:00–12:00).
Next update: today at 22:00.
Peak load: Thu 15.10 — 0 buses (22:00) · Shortest queue: Fri 16.10 — 0 buses (04:00) · Today (Thu · 15.10.2026): Peak load 22:00 — 0 buses (~17 min), Shortest queue 21:00 — 0 buses (~17 min) · Next hours: 21:00 — 0, 22:00 — 0, 23:00 — 0, 00:00 — 0, 01:00 — 0, 02:00 — 0
Estimated from historical patterns for this crossing. Actual queues vary.
When is the best time to cross at Uzhhorod — Buses, UA → SK
Typical load by day of week and hour — averages from the last 60 days of real observations
Typical load by hour
Weekdays (Mon–Fri): median 0 buses · weekend: 1 buses
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Monday | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — | — | — | 0 | — | — | — | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — |
| Tuesday | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — | — | — | 0 | — | — | — | 0 | — | — | 0 | 15 | — | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — |
| Wednesday | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — | — | — | 0 | — | 2 | — | 0 | — | — | 1 | 10 | — | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — |
| Thursday | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — | — | — | 0 | — | — | — | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — |
| Friday | 0 | — | — | 0 | — | — | — | — | 0 | — | 13 | — | 0 | 2 | — | 1 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 0 | 1 | — |
| Saturday | 0 | — | — | — | — | — | — | — | 0 | — | — | — | 1 | — | — | 0 | — | — | 1 | — | — | 0 | 2 | — |
| Sunday | 0 | 2 | — | 0 | — | — | — | — | 0 | 3 | — | — | 0 | — | 4 | 1 | — | — | 1 | 1 | 4 | 0 | 1 | — |
Key takeaways
- The quietest day is Monday: on average 0 buses in the queue.
- The busiest day is Tuesday: on average 2 buses in the queue.
- The lightest traffic is usually on Friday between 12:00 and 14:00.
- Peak load is on Tuesday between 15:00 and 17:00 (up to 8 buses).
Calculated from 449 real measurements over the last 60 days.
Which day has the shortest queue at the Uzhhorod (Buses, UA → SK) border crossing?
Based on the last 60 days of statistics, the quietest day is Monday (0 buses on average). The heaviest load is on Tuesday.
What time of day is best to cross the border at Uzhhorod (Buses, UA → SK)?
Queues are usually shortest on Friday between 12:00 and 14:00. The worst time is Tuesday between 15:00 and 17:00.
Data updated: 15.10.2026 · Analysis period: last 60 days · Europe/Kyiv
Thanks to our user Ihor for the idea behind this page 💛
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday · Peak Hours · Data Comparison
Detailed statistics for today and yesterday
Border Queue Analysis at the Uzhhorod - bus checkpoint for Yesterday
During the period 14.10.2026 from 00:00 to 23:59 at the Uzhhorod - bus checkpoint, the following key moments were recorded:
Morning hours (06:00 - 12:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 buses. The lowest point was observed at 06:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 06:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses.
Afternoon (12:00 - 18:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 buses. The lowest point was observed at 12:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 12:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses.
Evening hours (18:00 - 24:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 buses. The lowest point was observed at 19:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 19:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses.
Night hours (00:00 - 06:00):
The number of vehicles stayed stable with small fluctuations: from 0 to 0 buses. The lowest point was observed at 00:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses. The highest point was recorded at 00:00 14.10.2026 — 0 buses.
Chart for Yesterday and the Day Before
Recommendations
To avoid long queues at the Uzhhorod - 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 Uzhhorod - 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
Peak Hours
Travel Planning Uzhhorod By bus
Best days:
Monday–Tuesday (4 buses,
~5.6-6.6 hrs).
Avoid:
Saturday (6 buses).
Queue comparison by day of week
| Day | Buses | Load | Wait time |
|---|---|---|---|
| 🟡 Mon | 4 | 67% | ~5.6-6.6 hrs |
| 🟡 Tue | 4 | 67% | ~5.6-6.6 hrs |
| 🟠 Wed | 5 | 83% | ~7-8 hrs |
| 🟠 Thu | 5 | 83% | ~7-8 hrs |
| 🟠 Fri | 5 | 83% | ~7-8 hrs |
| 🔴 Sat | 6 | 100% | ~8.3-9.3 hrs |
| 🟠 Sun | 5 | 83% | ~7-8 hrs |
Peak time: Thursday 13:00 - 15:00 and 19:00 - 21:00.
Average wait time on Sunday: from 257 up to 1440 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 Uzhhorod by bus?
Tuesday or Monday — shortest queue (4 buses, ~5.6-6.6 hrs waiting).
When to avoid crossing at Uzhhorod?
Saturday — peak load (6 buses).
What is the average queue wait time?
Depends on the day: 5-7 hrs (Mon–Tue), 7-8 hrs (Wed–Fri, Sun), 8-10 hrs (Sat).
How long did the bus wait at the border?
Per day: 55 / 55 in each direction
Best Time to Cross Uzhhorod today
Current Data
How long does it take to cross the border at Uzhhorod?
According to user reports, the full border crossing time is ≈ 150 min (~2 hours 30 minutes)
based on user experience
Updated 5 days ago
How long is the wait in the border queue at Uzhhorod?
The queue wait time before the border ≈ 60 min (~1 hour)
based on user experience
Updated 27 days ago
Does the EES system work at Uzhhorod border crossing?
EES Inactive
Currently, the Entry/Exit System (EES) is not active at Uzhhorod 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
Uzhhorod: Ukrainian border-guard shift change at the Ukrainian–Slovak border — when and how long to wait
Border guard shift change on the Ukrainian side of Uzhhorod 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 Uzhhorod 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 Slovakia checkpoint the border-guard shift change happens at the same local times, but Slovakia 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.
Required Documents · green card · vehicle requirements · customs · vignette
Documents for Men 18-60 Years Old
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)
- Entry/Exit denied
- Return to Ukraine
- Possible deportation for repeated attempts
| 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
Green Card is mandatory vehicle insurance for all cars. Important to know:
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)
Plan one day ahead! Without valid Green Card you cannot cross the border.
Buy Green Card online:
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)
- 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 Equipment Uzhhorod
Transport Type: road crossing
Amenities:
Checkpoint Control Types:
Total number of lanes: Ukraine: 10
Total number of lanes: Slovakia: 10
User Reviews — 3.0/5 (1 reviews)
The dominant pattern here is long wait times specifically affecting buses, with a reported delay of around 7 hours. There is no indication of the delay easing quickly, so travelers should treat bus crossings at Uzhhorod as potentially very slow and plan accordingly. The frustration is understandable, though the neutral-to-moderate rating implies the experience was not judged as a total failure.
Practical tips for anyone using Uzhhorod: if traveling by bus, prepare for waits that can stretch to seven hours or more, especially in peak summer periods like mid-August. Bring water, food, and entertainment, and try to check live queue conditions before departure. Where possible, consider crossing at off-peak hours or evaluating alternative checkpoints if your schedule is tight, since bus queues appear to be the main bottleneck at this location.
Contacts & Map
Contacts and address of checkpoint Uzhhorod
Address: 224 Sobranetska Street, Uzhhorod, Zakarpattia, Ukraine, 88000 (вул. Собранецька 224, Ужгород, Закарпатська область, Україна, 88000)
Phone: +38 0312 64-96-26, +38 044 527-63-63
GPS Coordinates: 48.653606, 22.26571 Show on map
How to get there
by car:
from Kyiv via the M06 highway to Zhytomyr, from Zhytomyr via the N03 highway to Khmelnytskyi, from Khmelnytskyi via the E50 highway to Ternopil, from Ternopil via the E50 highway to Stryi, from Stryi via the E50 highway to Mukachevo, from Mukachevo via the E50 highway to Uzhhorod and further to the Uzhhorod checkpoint.
Nearest checkpoints
- Mali Selmentsi – 17.8 km
- Malyi Bereznii – 28 km
Emergency Contacts & Support
Uzhhorod: what this crossing is
Weekdays: about 1–2 hours. Evening peak (17:00–21:00): 2–4 hours. Weekends: 4–8 hours.
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 20:51 the wait at Uzhhorod is 0 min.
- Usually at this hour there are 0 vehicles in the queue here; right now it is much quieter than usual.
- Over the last 60 days the quietest day is Monday, the quietest window is 02:00–04:00.